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January 18, 2026 | From New Orleans Fire Department

Two Residents Rescued from Three-Alarm Fire on Prytania St.

On Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 11:55 a.m., the New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) was dispatched to a reported building fire in the 3000 block of Prytania St. NOFD Fire Operations personnel arrived on the scene of 3028 Prytania St, a three-story apartment building, housing eight units and approximately ten residents, at 11:59 a.m.

January 18, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno Celebrates a Day of Service And MLK March

Mayor Helena Moreno will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with two events. Begin with a day of service and ending with a march.

January 17, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Cold Weather Expected Overnight as City Monitors Conditions and Expands Shelter Access

The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP), in partnership with the New Orleans Health Department (NOHD) and the Office of Homeless Services and Strategy (OHSS), is monitoring cold weather conditions overnight on Saturday, January 17, 2026.  During the early morning hours on Sunday, January 18, 2026, “feels like” temperatures are forecast to dip to near freezing for a few hours, with the potential for light rain or brief sleet.  

January 17, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno Limits Necessary Furloughs Among Frontline Employees, Shifting Burden Away from Most Vulnerable Workers

This week, the Moreno Administration released details of the employee furloughs that were part of the comprehensive package devised by Moreno and her team to balance the budget after inheriting a more than $200m deficit.

Critically, Moreno ordered furloughs to be allocated primarily to the highest-compensated employees, while those making under $40,000 annually will actually be exempt from furloughs. This innovative approach places the burden on those that are most able to manage the difficult measures, while freeing those that are likely least able to absorb cuts from furloughs.

January 16, 2026 | From NOPD News

NOPD Investigating Homicide in First District

The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred this evening (January 16, 2026) in the 2300 block of Orleans Avenue and left one person dead and three others injured.

January 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Mayor Helena Moreno Is “All In” For New Orleans As She Leads the City In A New Direction During the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day ff Service

Mayor Helena Moreno will begin the day in Algiers for the weather-delayed All In For Our Community Day of Service, joining volunteers dedicated to improving neighborhoods across the city. She will then attend a special service at New Zion Baptist Church honoring Dr. King’s enduring legacy. Following the service, Mayor Moreno will participate in and help lead the annual MLK Commission March, which will conclude with a wreath-laying ceremony at Felicity Street and Claiborne Avenue.

January 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Lane Closure on 2400-2600 Tulane Ave (S Miro St to S Broad St)

On Monday, January 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 am, will be closing off the parking and exterior driving lane of Tulane Ave. (South Miro St to South Board St), to
vehicular traffic to facilitate water utility replacement by Department of Public Works contractor, Hard Rock Construction, LLC. Safety is our main priority; therefore, we are encouraging everyone to follow all traffic signage and construction directions placed in the area. Traffic will reopen by 6:00 p.m. on February 12, 2026, weather permitting.

January 16, 2026 | From City Council

City Council Applauds Resolution of Wisner Trust Issues, Highlighting Unity and Long-Term Benefits for New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS, LA -  The City Council and Mayor Helena Moreno received a legal win for the City that could secure more than $6 million a year to support New Orleans annually. On Thursday, January 15, Civil District Court Judge Kern Reese recognized Mayor Helena Moreno as the lawful trustee of the former Wisner Trust.

January 16, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Proudly Serves as the 2026 Honorary Co-Chair of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Planning Commission

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Lesli Harris proudly served as the 2026 Honorary Co-Chair of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Planning Commission for the City of New Orleans’ official MLK commemorations and community programming honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.