Andres Fuentes

New Orleans

Multimedia Journalist at WVUE-TV (New Orleans, LA)

Multimedia Journalist @fox8nola Member of @NAHJ

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ICE says only criminal offenders targeted in southeast Louisiana raids

1 week ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER, La. (WVUE) - Days after FOX8 reported the city of Kenner will not have its annual Hispanic Heritage Festival due to concerns about an increase in immigration agents, ICE New Orleans says its only focus is arresting and removing criminal offenders. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) New Orleans issued a statement this week saying its agents are focused on “targeted enforcement” and the removal of immigrants with criminal records.
Hispanic businesses worry increased ICE presence is scaring customers

1 week ago | wdam.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER (WVUE) - For the past three years, El Exquisito has been a popular destination for food lovers seeking Honduran, Mexican and other Latin American dishes. But now, restaurant owners say Hispanic customers are too frightened to dine out because of increasing fears of immigration enforcement. The small eatery is located on Williams Boulevard in Kenner, right off the I-10 westbound exit.
Hispanic businesses worry increased ICE presence is scaring customers

1 week ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER (WVUE) - For the past three years, El Exquisito has been a popular destination for food lovers seeking Honduran, Mexican and other Latin American dishes. But now, restaurant owners say Hispanic customers are too frightened to dine out because of increasing fears of immigration enforcement. The small eatery is located on Williams Boulevard in Kenner, right off the I-10 westbound exit.
Kenner cancels Hispanic Heritage Fest due to concerns about ICE

1 week ago | kplctv.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER, La. (WVUE) - Three months ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Kenner has canceled its annual Hispanic Fest following growing concerns in the Latino community about immigration enforcement activity in the area. “The city of Kenner has decided to cancel Hispanic Fest, or as I like to say, pause it for this year,” said Valeria Kawas, Kenner’s Cultural Coordinator and one of the event’s organizers.
Kenner cancels Hispanic Heritage Fest due to concerns about ICE

1 week ago | kalb.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER, La. (WVUE) - Three months ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Kenner has canceled its annual Hispanic Fest following growing concerns in the Latino community about immigration enforcement activity in the area. “The city of Kenner has decided to cancel Hispanic Fest, or as I like to say, pause it for this year,” said Valeria Kawas, Kenner’s Cultural Coordinator and one of the event’s organizers.
Kenner cancels Hispanic heritage fest due to concerns about ICE

1 week ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

KENNER, La. (WVUE) - Three months ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Kenner has canceled its annual Hispanic Fest following growing concerns in the Latino community about immigration enforcement activity in the area. “The city of Kenner has decided to cancel Hispanic Fest, or as I like to say, pause it for this year,” said Valeria Kawas, Kenner’s Cultural Coordinator and one of the event’s organizers.
New Louisiana law imposes $25K fine for illegal nitrous oxide sales

1 week ago | kplctv.com | Andres Fuentes

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A new Louisiana law cracking down on nitrous oxide sales will go into effect August 1, bringing harsher penalties for violations and broader enforcement powers for state agents. Governor Jeff Landry recently signed Act No. 106 into law, a bill sponsored by State Senator Brach Myers (R-Lafayette). The legislation builds on a previous statewide ban on recreational use by targeting sellers directly.
New Louisiana law imposes $25K fine for illegal nitrous oxide sales

1 week ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A new Louisiana law cracking down on nitrous oxide sales will go into effect August 1, bringing harsher penalties for violations and broader enforcement powers for state agents. Governor Jeff Landry recently signed Act No. 106 into law, a bill sponsored by State Senator Brach Myers (R-Lafayette). The legislation builds on a previous statewide ban on recreational use by targeting sellers directly.
Terrebonne faces crisis with seven bridges closed at once

2 weeks ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

HOUMA, LA (WVUE) - With multiple bridges in Terrebonne Parish shut down, Parish President Jason Bergeron signed a state of emergency in hopes of speeding up repairs and construction projects. On Thursday (June 12), the parish announced the declaration, with seven bridges closed due to maintenance, repairs or lingering damages.
New Buc-ee’s location to open just an hour away from New Orleans

3 weeks ago | fox8live.com | Andres Fuentes

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The 100-plus gas pumps are in, the snacks and other goodies are stocked, and the staff at Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s location is ready to soon welcome thousands of travelers along I-10. The location will open at 6 a.m. at the Menge Avenue exit in Pass Christian, about an hour’s drive from New Orleans. “Buc-ee’s is a great place I’ll tell you. We love it,” Fred McDonald said.