NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It’s getting late, and it’s almost time to close up for the evening. Here are some stories you might have missed today.
Warden Burl Cain to step down, adamantly denies allegations against him
The longest-serving prison warden in Louisiana history will step down.
Overstock.com no longer selling hoverboards due to safety concerns
Overstock.com, Inc. will no longer sell hoverboards on its website.
Expecting mother waits days for Entergy to fix ’emergency’ gas leak, claims they made it worse
It’s no place to welcome a new baby. A New Orleans mom spent her due date looking for answers after a gas leak earlier in the week led to a hole in her front yard and a lingering toxic smell.
Owner of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours says feeding gators is ‘not necessary’ as JP council considers lifting ban
In Jefferson Parish, there’s been talk of lifting the ban on feeding alligators so that tour guides can lure the critters closer to the boats and make the trips more exciting.
‘New Orleans Citizens for Fair Parking’ sign petitions to stop Mayor Landrieu’s parking rate hike in CBD and French Quarter
For those of you who think paying $1.50/hour is ridiculous, come January, you’re going to have to shell out double that amount to park in the CBD and French Quarter.