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Where is WGNO located?New Orleans, United StatesWGNO's WebsiteWGNO's WikipediaOwnership
Who owns WGNO?Media Conglomerate: Nexstar Media Group
Other: Tribune Broadcasting
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Nature · HoumaA Houma man was arrested for multiple counts of sexual abuse against a 19-year-old. The Terrebonne Sheriff's Office identified Danny Joseph Arceneaux, 57, as the victim's abuser.Arceneaux faces charges of first-degree rape and aggravated crimes against nature. His bond is set at $55,000.See the Story
Houma man arrested in connection with an ongoing sexual abuse investigation
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Wildfires · CanadaNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Hazy skies have spread across the Gulf Coast as wildfire smoke from Canada moves into the region. Air quality has worsened over the last 24 hours and is now in the "Orange" category, meaning it is unhealthy for sensitive groups, such as those with heart or lung issues. Smoke may linger for the next day or two. High pressure across the region will give us a calm weather pattern for the next few days. Expect mostly clear condi…See the Story
A warm and hazy afternoon
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New Orleans · New OrleansNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Organizers of the National Fried Chicken Festival announced the turnout of this year's festivities and shared the winners for the fest's top awards. Organizers said more than 123,000 people gathered at the New Orleans Lakefront for a "flavorful fusion of culture and cuisine" with more than 69,232 attendees on Saturday and 54,345 attendees on Sunday.
Funny bone-tickling skeletons on display at ‘The Skeleton House NOLA’ …See the Story
New Orleans’ 2023 National Fried Chicken Festival winners announced
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Tickfaw · TickfawDisclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. TICKFAW, La. (WGNO) — Reported drug activity in Tickfaw led to the arrest of four people, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. On Sept. 25, Sheriff Daniel Edwards said agents with the narcotics division received a complaint of reported drug activity at a home on Becky Lane. Responding deputies went to the home of the individuals who allegedly had several outstan…See the Story
Tickfaw drug bust leads to four arrests
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New Orleans · New OrleansNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Mark Raymond Jr. heads the nonprofit Split Second Foundation to assist the disabled in everyday life. His life changed after suffering a spinal cord injury, and in an effort to make people aware of the challenges faced by the disabled, Raymond developed what he calls the "Roll with Me" campaign. According to Raymond, Roll with Me stemmed from the idea that if I can put somebody in my shoes, you would see the life that I have…See the Story
Show of Love Gala to benefit people living with disabilities in New Orleans
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New Orleans · New OrleansNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Officials with the City of New Orleans and local organizations broke ground on an improvement project for the George Washington Carver Playground in Uptown New Orleans, on Tuesday, Oct. 3. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, Director of Capital Projects Administration Vincent Smith, CEO of New Orleans Recreation Development Commission Larry Barabino Jr., District 98 State Representative Aimee Freeman, Neil Abramson and Burnel…See the Story
Improvements coming to G.W. Carver Playground in Uptown New Orleans
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Wildfires · CanadaNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Hazy skies have spread across the Gulf Coast as wildfire smoke from Canada moves into the region. Air quality has worsened over the last 24 hours and is now in the "Orange" category, meaning it is unhealthy for sensitive groups, such as those with heart or lung issues. Smoke may linger for the next day or two. High pressure across the region will give us a calm weather pattern for the next few days. Expect mostly clear condi…See the Story
Air quality reduced across New Orleans metro by Canadian wildfire smoke
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New Orleans · New OrleansNEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Starting Wednesday, Oct. 4, the New Orleans Police Department will begin a two-day job fair in an effort to improve low staffing numbers. The department is looking to hire both uniformed officers and civilians. Anyone looking to join the NOPD can apply and test on-site. The department is planning to hold a fall recruitment academy in November. New NOPD officers are eligible for $20,000 in hiring, retention and education inc…See the Story
NOPD to curve low staffing with recruitment event
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