Metairie, LA news on Tuesday, October 13, 2026
In Metairie, LA on Tuesday, October 13, 2026: West Bank aerial spraying Wed; Bark-A-Palooza Saturday. Also: Jefferson Protection and Animal Welfare Services hosts Bark-A-Palooza on Saturday, October 17; Tulane Cancer Center's Wave Makers 5K returns Sunday, October 18, to support cancer research. Weather: It's a mild, clear day, 68 to 82°F, with no rain and winds up to 10 mph.
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Headlines
- Jefferson Parish will conduct aerial spraying Wednesday, October 14, over parts of the West Bank.Jefferson Parish (.gov) · Around
News & local government
- Brocato and Marsiglia are running for Jefferson Parish Judge in the 1st Parish Court.WDSU · Around
- A 30-year JPSO veteran has been selected as the new Chief of Police for the Town of Jean Lafitte.WGNO · Around
Safety & emergencies
- Three people were arrested by ICE in Metairie; video shows one running across Airline Drive.WWLTV.com
- Three people were detained by ICE near Ideal Market in Metairie, according to WWLTV.WWLTV.com
- Skeletal remains found in Bridge City are human, officials confirm; the Sheriff's Office is investigating.FOX 8 Local First · Around
- Saints safety Justin Reid teaches Jefferson Parish students a life-saving skill, shown in a WDSU video.WDSU · Around
- A survey finds New Orleans residents feel safer and see a drop in crime.Audacy · Around
Events & going out
- Jefferson Protection and Animal Welfare Services hosts Bark-A-Palooza on Saturday, October 17.Jefferson Parish (.gov) · Around
- Tulane Cancer Center's Wave Makers 5K returns Sunday, October 18, to support cancer research.Tulane University News
Business & new openings
- Founders of Burnt Canoe coworking space are opening a second New Orleans campus for creatives.NOLA.com · Around
Schools & kids
- Jefferson Parish students ask the school board to fix no-show buses and novice teacher assignments.NOLA.com · Around
Sports
Culture & arts
Community & volunteering
Notices, lost & found
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