Dying, drained communities: Cameron Parish is a continuing warning, not an exception, to the risks of LNG
Right here in Southwest Louisiana, each morning appears like a battle for clear air. The latest explosion in Cameron Parish on the gasoline pipeline owned by Delfin Liquid Pure Gasoline (LNG) is a stark reminder of the risks that hang-out…
St. Tammany Parish breaks floor on rebuilt fishing pier
KEY TAKEAWAYS: $3 million reconstruction undertaking funded by FEMA and native sources Pier destroyed by Hurricane Ida; rebuilding contains storm-resistant enhancements Development underway with metal framing, prolonged jetty, shoreline, and parking upgrades Reopening anticipated by early 2027 with free, 24-hour…
St. Bernard Parish launches twin enrollment program for college students with disabilities
KEY TAKEAWAYS: LEAP Join affords college students with disabilities faculty programs and ability improvement. College students earn industry-recognized credentials and acquire work expertise via internships. Program companions with Nunez Group Faculty and native organizations for real-world coaching. Initiative strengthens neighborhood…
An Oil Effectively in Reverse: Smitty’s hopes to inject liquid waste right into a landfill in Jefferson Parish
This week on Behind The Lens, oily waste from the Smitty’s Provide hearth in August has till now been saved and recycled at different websites, however an emergency exemption from the Louisiana Division of Environmental High quality has granted the…
Oily waste from Smitty’s Provide catastrophe might be injected underneath Jefferson Parish landfill
This story was initially revealed by the Louisiana Illuminator. Thousands and thousands of gallons of oily water and spilled petrochemicals from the Smitty’s Provide hearth and explosion have been dealt with at three totally different websites, however state officers have…
Decide guidelines allow for LNG terminal in Cameron Parish ignored potential local weather impacts
This story was initially revealed by Louisiana Illuminator A Cameron Parish choose has dominated that state officers violated the Louisiana Structure after they issued a allow for a liquified fuel export terminal, which has halted development on the ability. The resolution, reached…
St. Bernard Parish Hospital names new CEO
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Kim Ellender appointed as new CEO of SBPH. Ellender has over 20 years of well being care administration expertise. Succeeds Lani Quick, who moved to Ochsner Youngsters’s COO position. SBPH is nationally acknowledged for high quality affected person…
Constable Edwin Shorty concedes Orleans Parish sheriff election
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Constable Edwin “Shorty” Jr. concedes to elected Sheriff Michelle Woodfork on Saturday at The O Bar, Uptown. Whereas thanking supporters, Shorty urged the group to help the newly elected candidates. Shorty will function Algiers Metropolis Constable for the…
Orleans Parish sheriff Sizzling Seat debate
Orleans Parish sheriff candidates debate on WDSU Sizzling Seat JAILBREAKS IN STATE HISTORY, AND A CYBER ATTACK. THE FUTURE OF THE JAIL IS IN LIMBO. WHO WILL LEAD A NEW CHAPTER OF PUBLIC SAFETY IN THE CITY? WHO EARNS YOUR…
Cameron Parish fishermen conflict with Enterprise World over dredging mess
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Fishermen report dredged sediment from Enterprise World spilled into Calcasieu Lake Early August spill confirmed by state Wildlife and Fisheries officers Native oyster beds and crab traps smothered, affecting livelihoods Advocacy teams and state businesses are monitoring cleanup…