Raeven Poole

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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH, La. (WGNO) — Officials with the Denka Plant in St. John the Baptist Parish have decided to suspend operations, citing an “extraordinary loss” in its financial results for the recent fiscal year. Denka Performance Elastomer LLC has been at the center of controversy for several years, as it is located in what is called “Cancer Alley.” Its production resulted in the closing down of Fifth Ward Elementary, a school located less than a mile from the plant.

20 hours ago | wgno.com | Raeven Poole

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH, La. (WGNO) — Officials with the Denka Plant in St. John the Baptist Parish have decided to suspend operations, citing an “extraordinary loss” in its financial results for the recent fiscal year. Denka Performance Elastomer LLC has been at the center of controversy for several years, as it is located in what is called “Cancer Alley.” Its production resulted in the closing down of Fifth Ward Elementary, a school located less than a mile from the plant.

1 day ago | yahoo.com | Raeven Poole

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating an overnight homicide that happened in New Orleans East. On Tuesday, May 13, NOPD officers recalled responding to a stabbing in the 9800 block of Morrison Road around 4 p.m. Man killed in Central City New Orleans shooting Upon arrival, officers found a male juvenile suffering from multiple stab wounds.

1 day ago | wgno.com | Raeven Poole

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating an overnight homicide that happened in New Orleans East. On Tuesday, May 13, NOPD officers recalled responding to a stabbing in the 9800 block of Morrison Road around 4 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found a male juvenile suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital by EMS where he later died from his injuries.

1 day ago | wgno.com | Raeven Poole

JEAN LAFITTE, La. (WGNO) — “The Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival is back and better than ever.”Happening May 30 to June 1, is the annual fest at the Jean Lafitte Auditorium and Grounds at 4953 City Park Drive. Mayor Tim Kerner Jr. says the festival celebrates the spirit that defines the unique community. “From our world-renowned cuisine, music, and seafood to our local artists and wildlife, we are celebrating our town’s unique relationship to seafood and the coast.