DMR Technologies to launch full-scale U.S. drone manufacturing facility in Lafayette

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — DMR Technologies announced plans to open its first full-scale U.S. manufacturing facility in Lafayette Parish. The facility will produce the company's Field Ranger X50 unmanned aerial systems for the American market. The...

Ground-breaking use of technology secures conviction in triple murder

Electronic ankle bracelet unlocks other high-tech evidence in a case with no human evidence Two people died immediately: the intended target, 21-year-old Johnell Hampton, and his Uber driver, Andrew Stiller. Months later, Kimberly Hines, a woman...

COLUMN: Discovering a forgotten Louisiana legend in Wisconsin

The bronzed football represents Howie Ferguson’s induction into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 1974. Despite not playing college football, the New Iberia native was a star player for the Packers in the 1950s. — Photo by Raymond Partsch III...

Tech outage disrupts Louisiana's financial aid office, affecting TOPS and START programs

A technology outage has hobbled the state agency that manages Louisiana's TOPS scholarship and college-savings programs, which could cause payment delays, the agency said Thursday. The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance, or LOSFA, is...

Actor Jerry Leggio, who opted to stay home and bring Hollywood to Louisiana, dies at age 90

Jerry Leggio could have left Baton Rouge for Hollywood but opted to stay home and bring Hollywood to Louisiana. He not only was successful in his mission but built a career in movies, television and on stage while living in his hometown. Leggio...

Louisiana Fall Forecast 2025: La Niña Delays Cooler Weather

Highlights: Louisiana has a 40-50 percent chance of above-normal temperatures through November, according to NOAA forecasts Cold fronts typically stall north of Louisiana this time of year, with the state not likely to see a true cold front until...

Leading mayoral candidate Helena Moreno weighs in on higher education in New Orleans

In the race for New Orleans mayor, three candidates lead the 11-person race: Councilmember Helena Moreno, state Sen. Royce Duplessis and Councilmember Oliver Thomas. Currently, Moreno leads. The Tulane Hullabaloo reached out to Moreno to hear...

DMR Technologies to launch full-scale US drone manufacturing facility in Lafayette

The project is expected to result in more than 1,200 new job opportunities. The Acadiana site will serve as DMR’s primary domestic production hub. Operations at the renovated facility are expected to begin by the end of 2025. LAFAYETTE, La. – DMR...

Texas-based DMR Technologies to open Louisiana drone facility

KEY TAKEAWAYS: DMR Technologies will open its first U.S. manufacturing hub in Lafayette Parish. Facility expected to generate 521 direct and 766 indirect jobs, totaling 1,287 positions. Lafayette site will assemble 500–1,000 Field Ranger X50...

Forever chemicals, metals found in Louisiana drinking water

A recent study has raised new questions about the safety of drinking water in New Orleans and the surrounding parishes. The analysis found traces of “forever chemicals” and heavy metals in homes that draw tap water from the Mississippi River,...

Free Dog and Cat Adoptions in Lafayette, Louisiana

(LAFAYETTE, La) - Pets can be a wonderful addition to a family. Harvard Health lists some amazing benefits to owning a pet, including the potential to reduce stress (both mental and physical), lowering risk of developing high blood pressure, lower...

Groundbreaking held for 2026 St. Jude Dream Home in New Orleans; tickets on sale in March

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Construction is underway on the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home in New Orleans, a fundraiser that will support lifesaving research and treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. RELATED: Mandeville woman wins 2025 St. Jude...

Pew Research: Alabama leads nation in percentage of Christians

Alabama has the highest percentage of people who identify themselves as Christians, according to one of the most authoritative national surveys. In Alabama, 89 percent of people surveyed identify themselves as Christians, according to the Pew...

Louisiana lawmakers split on shutdown blame, urge quick resolution

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - On Capitol Hill, Louisiana lawmakers are at the center of government shutdown discussions. “Obviously, we have a lot of differences between Republicans and Democrats on funding, but our bill we passed through the House keeps...

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY MOVES UP IN US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT RANKINGS

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University has once again earned four rankings from U.S. News and World Report being named among the top universities in the region, with the university moving up in three areas. The university was listed as one of...

Meet the woman who heads The Historic New Orleans Collection: 'We're a safe space for learning'

Erin Greenwald serves as deputy director at the Historic New Orleans Collection, overseeing the divisions of collections development and exhibitions, audience engagement, digital services and publications, as well as the Williams Research Center....

New Orleans’ early voting turnout indicates high interest in October election

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Come January 2026, someone new will occupy the mayor’s office at New Orleans’ City Hall. And New Orleanians are casting ballots in large numbers to determine who that person will be. “Voters have been enthusiastic. They have...

New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market Features Multi-Platinum Selling, 2x-GRAMMY® Award-Winner & 19x-GRAMMY® Nominated Jazz Piano Legend BOB JAMES on October 2 & 3 at 7:30 P.M.

2x-GRAMMY® Award Winner and 19x-GRAMMY® Nominated Jazz Piano Legend BOB JAMES' career is long, varied and continues to evolve at every turn. From his first days in Marshall, Missouri, the music of Bob James has captivated audiences throughout the...

BRIGHT FUTURE: Science wiz scores perfect score on LEAP exam (with video)

Published 7:54 am Thursday, October 2, 2025 VIDALIA, La. — Conner Coldiron, a Vidalia Upper Elementary School fifth grader, really enjoys science. He tends to plants in his bedroom at home and loves collecting rocks and playing with his cat,...

Texas aerospace firm plans to build space station at NASA's Michoud facility in New Orleans

Texas-based aerospace company Vivace, which operates a manufacturing center at the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans East, has landed a contract to help build a space station for Starlab Space, a global joint venture vying for funding in a...