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5 Months After Escape, Inmate Found in Crawl Space

Derrick Groves was the last of 10 inmates still on the run

(Newser) - The only escaped Louisiana inmate who remained on the run following an audacious May jailbreak in which 10 men crawled through a hole behind a toilet has been found in Atlanta, the US Marshals said Wednesday. Derrick Groves was taken into custody at a house after evading authorities for nearly...

Ancient Roman Tombstone Pops Up in New Orleans Yard

The 1,900-year-old relic is believed to have gone missing from a war-battered museum in Italy

(Newser) - While clearing their backyard of brush, a New Orleans couple stumbled upon a most unexpected find: a 1,900-year-old Roman gravestone and a centuries-old mystery. With help from classicists in New Orleans and Austria, the marble slab with a Latin inscription, discovered in March by Tulane anthropologist Daniella Santoro...

Before Deployments, Trump Says, He Wants to Be Asked

New Orleans could be sent troops instead of Chicago, an idea Louisiana's governor welcomes

(Newser) - President Trump has floated the idea of sending federal troops to New Orleans, retreating from his statement the day before that Chicago would be the next US city to host a deployment whether it wants one or not. Speaking from the Oval Office on Wednesday, Trump suggested the reason...

New Orleans Mayor Indicted on Fraud, Corruption Charges
New Orleans Mayor Indicted
Aug 15, 2025 3:11 PM CDT

New Orleans Mayor Indicted

LaToya Cantrell tried to hide romantic relationship with her bodyguard, prosecutors say

(Newser) - A federal grand jury indicted New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell on Friday on conspiracy, fraud, and obstruction charges after a long-running investigation into allegations that she tried to hide a romantic relationship with her bodyguard. Cantrell's bodyguard, Jeffrey Vappie, pleaded not guilty after his indictment on charges of wire...

Spirit Pilot Set for Takeoff Busted Instead

Dominic Cipolla accused of stalking 2 minors in Kansas

(Newser) - A Spirit Airlines pilot has been taken off duty after his airport arrest on stalking charges involving minors. Dominic A. Cipolla, 40, was taken into custody July 17 while on duty at New Orleans' Louis Armstrong International Airport, stemming from a criminal complaint issued six days earlier, the Guardian ...

Jeffries Takes Health Care Cuts to GOP Leaders' Backyard

Town hall in Louisiana to address effects of Trump's bill

(Newser) - The top Democrat in the US House is holding a town hall Thursday in Louisiana, home to Republican Speaker Mike Johnson and his deputy, to rally against the health care cuts in the GOP bill that President Trump signed into law. Led by New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Democrats are...

Teacher Fired After Husband's Obituary Reveals Gay Marriage

Parent complains to Catholic school about educator's same-sex marriage

(Newser) - A music teacher called "a beacon of kindness and understanding" for students at a New Orleans Catholic school was fired last week after a parent's discovery of his late husband's obituary, revealing the educator's same-sex marriage—unleashing community backlash and a debate over the school'...

Fugitive Missing for 6 Weeks Found 2 Miles From Jail

Antoine Massey is 9th inmate on the run to be recaptured in New Orleans; one is still out there

(Newser) - On Friday, Louisiana authorities captured one of the 10 men who escaped from a New Orleans jail six weeks ago, and who police say released videos on social media while still on the run. Antoine Massey, 33, was taken into custody at a residence in New Orleans about 2 miles...

Fugitive's Girlfriend Charged With Aiding Prison Breakout

Darriana Burton worked at jail but was fired in 2023

(Newser) - Authorities arrested a former New Orleans jail employee on Monday and accused her of aiding in the 10-inmate breakout at the facility last month , which included an escape by her boyfriend—a convicted murderer.
  • The former jail employee, Darriana Burton, 28, is one of at least 16 people arrested and
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Cop Goes on Trial for Shooting a Puppy

Owners say dog posed no threat to New Orleans police officer Derrick Burmaster

(Newser) - A New Orleans police officer who shot and killed a puppy while responding to a call is set to go to trial Monday in a federal lawsuit filed by the dog's owners. The Catahoula Leopard dog ran up to Officer Derrick Burmaster after he entered the yard in response...

Video May Show Escaped Inmate Asking for Trump's Help

Videos posted to Instagram thought to be made by Antoine Massey

(Newser) - A man who identifies himself as New Orleans jail escapee Antoine Massey released two videos on social media while still on the run from authorities, leading to a police raid that failed to recapture him, an AP source says. Authorities were so convinced of the authenticity of the videos that...

3 More Escaped New Orleans Inmates Captured

Just 2 remain on the lam after May 16 escape

(Newser) - Just two inmates remain on the lam 10 days after a massive New Orleans jailbreak in which 10 prisoners escaped. Louisiana State Police said Monday that one fugitive had been arrested in Baton Rouge, while two more were arrested in neighboring Texas. Jermaine Donald and Leo Tate were captured in...

Jail Worker Accused in Escape: Inmate Said He'd 'Shank' Me

Sterling Williams' explanation revealed as a fifth escapee is captured in New Orleans

(Newser) - A maintenance worker at the Orleans Parish jail says he helped 10 inmates escape after being threatened by one of them, according to an arrest warrant. As authorities race to capture the remaining five fugitives, questions are swirling about how such a large-scale jailbreak unfolded with inside assistance. Sterling...

Worker Charged With Assisting in Jailbreak

Employee Sterling Williams charged with aiding mass breakout from New Orleans jail

(Newser) - Indications that Friday's jailbreak in Louisiana was an inside job have been confirmed by authorities, who've charged an employee with assisting the 10 escapees. Sterling Williams, a maintenance worker at the Orleans Parish Justice Center, turned from jail employee to inmate on Tuesday as he was booked into...

New Orleans' Facial Recognition Tech Called a 'Nightmare'

Washington Post article is raising concerns about surveillance, tracking

(Newser) - A Washington Post investigation found that New Orleans police have secretly used facial recognition technology to scan the city's streets in an effort to identify suspects or wanted persons—per the newspaper, this may be a big first, with no known precedent in any other major US city. The...

2nd Suspect Charged in Death of Super Bowl Reporter

Police say suspects 'were working hand-in-hand in concert with each other'

(Newser) - A second person has been charged with murder in connection with the death of Telemundo Kansas City reporter Adan Manzano , who traveled to New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl. Kenner police on Monday announced charges against Rickey White, 34, who was previously arrested in Florida on robbery and...

Woman Charged With Murder in Death of Super Bowl Reporter

Danette Colbert already faced property crime charges

(Newser) - The woman arrested in connection with the death of a TV reporter who was found in his New Orleans hotel room while he was in the city to cover the Super Bowl has now been charged with second-degree murder. Danette Colbert, 48, had previously been charged with robbing victim Adan...

World's Best Food City Is in the US
World's Best Food
City Is in the US
Mar 17, 2025 12:38 PM CDT

World's Best Food City Is in the US

New Orleans comes out on top in Time Out's ranking

(Newser) - Influences from France, Spain, Vietnam, and Africa come together in the world's best city for food—right in the US, according to Time Out . Thousands of people from around the world were asked to rate their local food scene based on 18 criteria, including quality and affordability. These rankings...

Powerful Storms Threaten Mardi Gras

New Orleans warns celebrations could be canceled at the last minute

(Newser) - Powerful storms with a threat of tornadoes are expected to punch through Louisiana and other parts of the South on Tuesday just as costumed revelers celebrate Mardi Gras in the streets of New Orleans and other cities in the region. New Orleans moved up its two biggest Mardi Gras Day...

Airbnb Is Suing New Orleans
Airbnb Has a Beef
With the Big Easy
Feb 19, 2025 3:02 PM CST

Airbnb Has a Beef With the Big Easy

Company sues after New Orleans adopts sweeping regulations governing short-term rentals

(Newser) - Airbnb is suing New Orleans for requiring the company and short-term rental platforms to ensure properties they market are in compliance with city laws. "What we're looking at now due to Airbnb's lawsuit is that they do not want to be regulated," City Council President JP...

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