Darryl Forges

New Orleans

News Anchor at WDSU-TV (New Orleans, LA)

News Anchor @wdsu | Award Winning-Emmy Nominated Journalist | Political Geek | Southerner |

Articles

St. John residents confront health challenges amid environmental justice setbacks

1 month ago | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

Residents of St. John the Baptist Parish, an area some have coined "Cancer Alley," are experiencing health issues they attribute to nearby industrial plants. This comes as environmental justice efforts face significant challenges. Tish Taylor, who has lived in St. John the Baptist Parish for decades, described the impact on her community.
Meet the photographers capturing Jazz Fest history through a camera lens

2 months ago | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

PICASSO STYLE PIECE. I ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEW POSTER. WELL, NOW IT’S A FAMILIAR PHRASE. A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS, AND TWO LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS EMBODY THAT, SNAPPING HUNDREDS OF PHOTOS EVERY YEAR TO CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF JAZZ FEST. ABSOLUTELY. SO I SPOKE WITH THE CREATORS BEHIND THE LENS OF SOME INCREDIBLE MOMENTS DURING THE FEST ABOUT WHAT MAKES THEIR TIME AT THE FAIRGROUNDS SO MEANINGFUL.
New Orleans vegan business makes history at Jazz Fest

2 months ago | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

One vendor is making a little history this year, especially for vegan lovers looking for a healthier option. Do you want to be in the know for the latest events in New Orleans? Click here to subscribe to our What's Happening, NOLA Newsletter. Just type in your email address. You'll be emailed a link to subscribe to the "What's Happening, NOLA" newsletter. Chetwan Smith and Anthony Jerome Smith are the creators behind Sweet Soulfood on North Broad Street.
TODAY Show anchor raising awareness on colorectal cancer.

Mar 19, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

MARCH MARKS COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, COLORECTAL CANCER IS THE THIRD LEADING CAUSE OF CANCER RELATED DEATHS IN MEN AND THE FOURTH LEADING CAUSE IN WOMEN. IT’S A CAUSE NEAR AND DEAR TO TODAY’S SHOW ANCHOR CRAIG MELVIN’S HEART. HE LOST HIS BROTHER TO THE DISEASE BACK IN 2020. IT’S ONE OF THE REASONS WHY HE DESIGNED THIS PULLOVER I’M WEARING IN SOME SOCKS. WILL SHOW YOU IN JUST A MOMENT. JOINING US NOW TO TALK ALL ABOUT IT IS THE MAN HIMSELF, MR.
Preparations underway for Brew, Boils, & Bubbles Festival

Mar 19, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

Preparations are underway for the second annual Brews, Boils, and Bubbles Festival (BBB). The festival showcases the city's rich culinary and musical heritage. The festival features a variety of boiled seafood, craft beers, champagne, and live entertainment from renowned local artists. The festival is loaded with a lineup including Irvin Mayfield's BlackHouse, Kermit Ruffins, Cyril Neville, and so many more. General admission tickets start at $20, with ticketing options, and VIP experiences.
Former Orleans Parish 911 Communications Director Tyrell Morris announces run for New Orleans mayor

Mar 6, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

The New Orleans Mayoral race is adding another name. Former Orleans Parish 911 Communications Director Tyrell Morris tells WDSU he's running to become the next Mayor of New Orleans. "Over the last year or so, and last couple of weeks, speaking with my family, and deep prayer, it has become clear to me that this is my time to lead the city", said Morris. As Morris tries to make his case to voters, he's also dealing with another case, in court.
Kathe Hambrick, a gatekeeper of Black history

Feb 21, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

CUTS. FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH, AND ALL MONTH LONG, WDSU HAS BEEN SHARING STORIES ABOUT THE SIGNIFICANT IMPACT THE BLACK COMMUNITY HAS IN OUR AREA. AND FOR MANY, BLACK HISTORY MONTH IS NOT JUST ABOUT HONORING THE PAST, BUT ALSO PRESERVING IT. I SPOKE WITH ONE WOMAN WHO SERVES AS A KEEPER OF HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS FROM OUR ANCESTORS THAT REALLY MAKES US APPRECIATE HOW FAR WE’VE COME. I AM A PRESERVATIONIST.
Larry Morrow is making a name for himself in the hospitality industry

Feb 14, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

A New Orleans Black-owned businessman is well-known in the hospitality industry. Larry Morrow is making a name for himself in New Orleans circles. The Morrow name is synonymous with the hospitality industry, and Larry is the mastermind behind several restaurants and venues across the city, including Morrow's, Morrow's Steak, Sun Chong, Hide-Seek, Treehouse, Monday, and so much more. His empire is well-known not only in New Orleans but across the country.
Local producer returns home for Super Bowl

Feb 7, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

YOU KNOW, DARRYL RADIO ROW IS A STAPLE EVERY YEAR AT THE SUPER BOWL, HOSTING MEMBERS OF THE MEDIA FROM REALLY ACROSS THE GLOBE. YEAH, MORGAN. AND ONE LOCAL PRODUCER IS HITTING THE ROAD IN STRIDE, BRINGING WITH HER SOME INCREDIBLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS, ALL WHILE BEING A GREAT ROLE MODEL FOR YOUNG GIRLS. KRISTEN MYERS, A GIRL FROM THE FIFTH WARD NOW STANDING TALL IN HER PROFESSION. HER FOUNDATION STARTED WHILE ATTENDING MCDONOGH 35.
Potential tariffs could impact your medications

Jan 31, 2025 | wdsu.com | Darryl Forges

TO SEE THE SUPERDOME ALWAYS LOOKING GOOD IN JUST A FEW HOURS. A NEW SET OF TARIFFS BY THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION WILL TAKE EFFECT, AND THEY COULD DRAMATICALLY CHANGE THE WAY YOU GET YOUR PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS. YEAH. SO UNDER THIS PLAN, MEXICO AND CANADA COULD PAY UP TO 25% IN TARIFFS WITH MANY PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS COMING FROM THESE TWO COUNTRIES. SO WE FOUND OUT WHAT THIS COULD MEAN FOR YOU. TARIFFS AND YOUR MEDICINE WITH JUST HOURS UNTIL THEY TAKE EFFECT.