A 26-year-old woman, Irina Palushina, crashed her vehicle early this morning into the Ernest K. Morial Convention Center. Palushina was charged with reckless operation, careless operation, and DWI. The driver was on Calliope
Category: Local Issues
Orleans Parish School Board president, Seth Bloom, discusses new superintendent, future of schools
February 27, 2015
New Orleans Parish School Board president, Seth Bloom, sat down with Allen Katz to discuss the future of his presidency and what awaits the new school board superintendent. In this video he discusses what he hopes to
Bloom Legal Network wants to wish everyone a Happy Mardi Gras!
February 13, 2015
Carnival season is coming to a close Tuesday evening, but there is so much happening as far as parades and parties until then. Bloom Legal Network wants to take this time to wish everyone a safe and happy Mardi Gras! Please...
OPSB press release for Seth Bloom becoming OPSB President
February 4, 2015
Yesterday, the OPSB released the press release for the newly elected President, Seth Bloom, and Vice-President, Cynthia Cade. Please check out the full release here.
New rules for Mardi Gras parades, helpful hints
February 3, 2015
As of 2015, there are new rules involving parades. Please be aware of these rules prior to heading out for a parade, as you could be ticketed for non-compliance. A few of the new rules are listed below: 1. No ladders or other
Newly elected Orleans Parish School Board President Seth Bloom stopped by WDSU to discuss the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program aimed to help small and minority businesses thrive.
Orleans Parish School Board Member becomes President
January 21, 2015
Tuesday evening was filled with big announcements as a new superintendent and new president of the Orleans Parish School Board were announced. The vote for new superintendent came after 3 years of interim leadership, leading
Panthers quarterback, Cam Newton, injured in car accident
December 9, 2014
Panthers quarterback, Cam Newton, was taken to the hospital Tuesday after an auto accident in Charlotte. After being taken to the hospital, doctors found fractures to his lower back. Although not seriously injured, Newton was
Jefferson Parish, Metairie crack down on speeding on Causeway
December 8, 2014
After two accidents this past year proved fatal, Louisiana is looking to crack down on speeding on the Causeway bridge. During the four-day holiday period for Thanksgiving, police officers increased their tickets by 25%....
Halloween in New Orleans is a fun time for kids and adults alike. Krewe of Boo, a fairly recent parade that celebrates Halloween with elaborate floats, will be parading through the Marigny and French Quarter on Thursday,...
Kenner is officially joining other law enforcement agencies in the state-wide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign to curb DWIs during the 3-day weekend. Labor Day is considered the official end of summer...
Louisiana Cracking Down on DWIs through Labor Day Weekend
August 15, 2014
Law enforcement agencies across Louisiana will be cracking down on DWIs as part of its “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, which provides increased money and patrols to combat DWIs. Alcohol is a factor in...
An NOPD officer was arrested Saturday evening and placed on immediate suspension for DWI. The vehicle was seen driving erratically on the Causeway when police pulled over 26-year-old David Aranda, a 1st District police...
Nolan Marshall, Jr., president of the Orleans Parish School Board, has responded to criticism by member Ira Thomas of his family’s involvement in construction contracts by accusing him of showing favoritism to...
The New Orleans Traffic and Municipal Court located in Mid-City on Broad Ave could potentially move to the abandoned Naval base located at Chartres and Poland Ave, some judges and NOPD officers say. The move would be...
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Orleans Parish Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, April 17, at an undisclosed location in Orleans Parish. The...
An Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Department deputy was arrested Saturday morning after a witness shot a video of the deputy passed out at an intersection with the emergency lights on. Deputy Corey Amacker was arrested for DWI...
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Orleans Parish Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, March 27, at an undisclosed location in Orleans Parish. The...





