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NOPD: Keep Safe, Avoid Tickets During Carnival 2012

New Orleans police are urging residents and visitors alike to follow certain guidelines to stay safe and parking ticket-free during Carnival season.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:30:12 CST

Let's Roll! Track 10 Carnival Parades This Weekend With WDSU

The first of two big Carnival weekends is here. Track 10 different parades with the free WDSU Parade Tracker, available now for iPhone and Android phones.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:15:50 CST

Check Out Great Mardi Gras Photos On u local

It's carnival season! Share photos of your party regalia or from Mardi Gras' past. And while you're here, check out hundreds of great photos already shared by our u local community.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:14:42 CST

5 Dead In Wrong-Way Wreck On I-10

Five people are dead following a head-on collision on Interstate 10 near the Belle Terre exit.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:34:09 CST

Justice Dept. OKs New Orleans Council Redistricting Map

A redistricting plan for the New Orleans City Council has won approval from the U.S. Justice Department.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:16:55 CST

I-Team: NOPD Promotes Officer Away For Two Years

An officer who resigned last week was promoted to sergeant just days after his promotion was announced.

Published: Thu, 9 Feb 2012 18:59:58 CST

Man Sought In 1996 Fatal Shooting Case

Police are seeking the public's help in finding a man in connection with a fatal shooting in 1996.

Published: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:03 CST

Weather Doesn't Hamper Family Gras Festivities

The sights and sounds of Mardi Gras have arrived.

Published: Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:02:36 CST

Teens Accused Of Damaging Streetlights

Authorities arrest two teens accused of damaging at least 40 streetlights in St. Bernard Parish.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:56:39 CST

Report: Nagin Focus Of Grand Jury Investigation

Published reports say former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin is the target of a grand jury investigation.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:45:25 CST

Man Sought In Hotel Rape Investigation

Authorities are seeking the public's help in looking for a man in a hotel rape investigation.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:33:30 CST

New Orleans Canine Royalty Of Barkus Feted

The queen, a bit overweight, was not happy being asked to park herself in a small chair, and she totally disdained requests to pose for pictures.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:30:11 CST

DOTD Issues Mardi Gras Traffic Advisory

Authorities advise drivers of upcoming work schedules for interstate highway and major road projects throughout Louisiana for the Mardi Gras holiday.

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:18:14 CST