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New Orleans News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

New Orleans News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for New Orleans, Louisiana (United States): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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Episodes
  • New Orleans News Today — May 09, 2026

    New Orleans News Today — May 09, 2026
    May 9 2026
    New Orleans: A refinery fire in Chalmette sparked an emergency response but no injuries, while Ochsner Health expands outpatient services at Kaplan. Louisiana National Guard troops bolster security at festivals, including the French Market, as Baton Rouge lawmakers face redistricting disputes over voting rights.
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  • New Orleans News Today — May 08, 2026

    New Orleans News Today — May 08, 2026
    May 8 2026
    New Orleans law enforcement investigates two overnight shootings in separate neighborhoods while the Louisiana Senate faces scrutiny over a new congressional map. The Louisiana National Guard supports festival security, and a local maritime veteran launches a port economic initiative.
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  • New Orleans News Today — May 07, 2026

    New Orleans News Today — May 07, 2026
    May 7 2026
    New Orleans faces political gridlock over infrastructure and flood risks as state Republicans avoid decisive action, raising concerns about the city's resilience. The French Quarter's Wednesday’s at the Square kicks off its final week with cultural events, while Leni’s Cafe prepares to close after 50 years as a neighborhood favorite.
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