New Orleans Daily Brief: Guard Extension, Weekend Shootings, Anti-Hazing Push

Public safety: Guard deployment extended

State officials said a smaller contingent of Louisiana National Guard troops will remain in New Orleans through August 2026, extending a security presence that had been expected to taper off after Carnival. The patrols have been concentrated in the French Quarter and around major events, with city leaders framing the extension as a visible deterrent ahead of spring crowds and festivals.

Weekend violence: double shooting under investigation

Police are investigating a double shooting reported early Sunday near Gentilly Boulevard and O’Reilly Street. Two men were taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds, and investigators said no arrests had been announced as of Sunday afternoon. Anyone with information is being urged to contact authorities.

Statehouse: tougher anti-hazing penalties proposed

New legislation is being drafted to stiffen consequences for hazing in Louisiana, following task force work tied to the death of a Kenner student. The proposal would expand penalties for organizations involved in hazing and seeks broader training requirements for students and adults connected to campus groups. The push comes as the next legislative session approaches and families continue to press for lasting changes.

Community: desegregation trailblazer remembered

The family of Dorothy Prevost announced her death at age 94. Prevost was the mother of Tessie Prevost, one of the four first-grade girls who desegregated New Orleans public schools in 1960. Local leaders and relatives reflected this week on the courage it took for families to face intimidation and how that decision reshaped the city.

Weather: foggy mornings, warmer afternoons

Forecasters say dense fog has been a recurring issue near area waterways, especially during the morning commute, with sunshine returning quickly and highs climbing into the 70s and potentially the 80s as the week continues. Drivers are being advised to slow down on bridges and watch for sudden drops in visibility.

Sources

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https://www.fox8live.com/2026/02/27/louisiana-national-guard-operation-winding-down-new-orleans/
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https://www.fox8live.com/2026/02/28/caleb-wilson-task-force-members-introduce-anti-hazing-bills/
https://www.wdsu.com/article/new-orleans-desegregation-legacy-prevost-family/70561825
https://www.fox8live.com/2026/02/28/dense-fog-gives-way-beautiful-weekend-weather/