New Orleans, LA

Jefferson Parish Recreation Athletic Director Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges After Mother's Report to Kenner Police

Timothy Collins, 67, is held on $200,000 bond after Kenner police say a mother's report about text messages led to the discovery of child sexual abuse material on his phone.

Mei Lin · October 22, 2026

Business New Orleans

Landry Uses Saints' Paris Game to Court French Business Leaders for Louisiana

Gov. Jeff Landry and state economic development officials are pairing the first regular-season NFL game in Paris with a series of meetings and seminars aimed at attracting French investment to Louisiana.

Isabella Morales · October 22, 2026

News New Orleans

Steep SNAP Enrollment Drop in Louisiana Raises Questions About Free School Meals in New Orleans

As roughly one in five Louisiana SNAP recipients lost benefits in the year after federal changes, New Orleans schools face uncertainty over the free-meal program that depends on automatic student eligibility.

Isabella Morales · September 8, 2026

Politics New Orleans

Judge Refuses to Halt New Orleans Council Subpoena in 'Smart Cities' Probe, Clearing Way for Contempt Votes

A Civil District Court judge rejected the Cantrell administration's bid to quash a council subpoena, and the City Council said it will consider contempt charges against two mayoral officials at its Thursday meeting.

Isabella Morales · June 8, 2022