Applications Open: Aarón Sánchez Scholarship Class of 2026 in Culinary Arts at the New Orleans Culinary Hospitality Institute

The culinary world is about to get a major boost of fresh talent. Starting November 1st and running through December 30th, applications are officially open for the Aarón Sánchez Scholarship Class of 2026 in Culinary Arts at the New Orleans...

Salvation Army braces for increased demand amid possible SNAP delays in New Orleans

The organization warns that families may face the possibility of not receiving fully funded November SNAP benefits. Here is how you can help. NEW ORLEANS — The Salvation Army in New Orleans is preparing for an increase in food requests and other...

Take 5 Oil Change opens new New Orleans location

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Take 5 Oil Change opens new New Orleans location at 2717 Tulane Ave. Offers 10-minute oil changes with customers remaining in their vehicles. Provides free tire pressure checks, fluid top-offs, and bottled water. Part of Driven...

Waffle House buys land for 20th Baton Rouge area restaurant. See where it will be

Waffle House has purchased a lot in Prairieville, near the intersection of Airline Highway and La. Highway 42. The popular chain, known for its 24-hour service, hash browns, and waffles, bought a 0.9-acre tract at 17114 Commerce Centre Drive for...

An optimist’s guide: 20 things we are excited about in Baton Rouge’s future

Baton Rouge looks a lot different than it did when 225 first hit newsstands back in 2005. It will likely change even more in another 20 years thanks to exciting transformations that are in the works and on the rise. From major master plans and...

Emeril’s earns two MICHELIN stars in New Orleans

It has been a long, fall season of very few wins for New Orleans, but leave it to the city’s iconic culinary scene to finally deliver a much-needed victory. Emeril’s in New Orleans is the sole restaurant to earn two MICHELIN Stars in the inaugural...

Louisiana Woman Arrested for Elderly Exploitation

BATON ROUGE, LA (KPEL) —A Louisiana assisted living worker was fired and arrested after stealing thousands of dollars from a disabled patient. WAFB is reporting that the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested 31-year-old Kelsianna Smith...

Louisiana launches statewide innovation event series to boost startups

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Louisiana Economic Development launches LA.IO innovation event series. Signature events in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport linked statewide. The Idea Village coordinates collaboration among event partners....

From Theatre Baton Rouge’s ashes, Mid City Civic Theatre takes the stage

The closure of Capital Region’s oldest community theater this spring was grim news for regional arts enthusiasts, but their spirits were lifted last week with the announcement of a recently founded theater group to take its place. The new...

Trade deadline tracker: Colts trade for Gardner, Meyers to Jags and more

Here's the trade activity that’s happened, team-by-team, from September to the lead-up to the NFL's trade deadline on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. NFC teams: Philadelphia Eagles | Chicago Bears | New Orleans Saints | Los Angeles Rams | San Francisco...

Louisiana State Police confirm ‘ongoing investigation’ into Coushatta Tribe casino

Louisiana State Police has confirmed its gaming division is exploring allegations of financial misconduct at Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, where multiple federal agencies are already looking into claims that the tribe’s former chairman used a...

Louisiana to expand artificial reef with 3D printed modules

The state of Louisiana is set to expand an artificial reef created in 2022 with the help of marine resources conservation group CCA Louisiana. “Adding on to an already existing reef is an exciting opportunity for the department as this can promote...

Louisiana LunaChicks hosting Fall Harvest Market on Nov. 8

Plan for Mid City's White Light Night in Baton Rouge and two wine tastings

New food on the block The kale Caesar wrap is now on the menu full-time at Overpass Merchant, 2904 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge. Try it with grilled chicken for extra protein. In the know White Light Night: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, along...

Louisiana Women Steal Candy and Pumpkins in Company Car

NEW ORLEANS, La. - (KPEL-FM) - As doorbell cameras have become more and more common around Louisiana, we've all started seeing some pretty wild things that people are doing around The Pelican State. Halloween often produces a few rounds of viral...

Entergy Louisiana and Energy Transfer Sign Agreement That Supports Reliable, Affordable Energy and Economic Growth in North Louisiana

BATON ROUGE, La. & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 4, 2025-- Entergy Louisiana and Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET) today announced the signing of a 20-year natural gas firm transportation agreement to deliver reliable, affordable energy to customers...

Seahawks, Saints both winners in Rashid Shaheed trade

The Seattle Seahawks are perched atop the NFC West with a 6-2 record. They swung a deal before the 2025 NFL trade deadline to bolster their chances of winning the division. Coming to the Seahawks will be former New Orleans Saints wide receiver...

Saints trade WR Shaheed to Seahawks, OT Penning to Chargers

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The New Orleans Saints traded two offensive starters ahead of the NFL trade deadline Tuesday (Nov. 4), sending wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to the Seattle Seahawks and tackle Trevor Penning to the Los Angeles Chargers. Fox 8...

ICE Agents Arrest 25 Illegal Aliens Working at Louisiana Shipyard

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a worksite raid just outside New Orleans, Louisiana, arresting more than two dozen illegal aliens working at a shipyard. “This operation demonstrates our commitment to enforcing immigration laws...

Rashid Shaheed trade grades: Seahawks land speedy receiver in deadline deal with Saints

The Seattle Seahawks entered the NFL trade deadline in the market for a receiver and were able to fill that need with Tuesday's Rashid Shaheed deal with the New Orleans Saints. To acquire Shaheed, the Seahawks sent two 2026 draft picks -- a...