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By LISA MASCARO, ERIC TUCKER and MARY CLARE JALONICK Published 2h at 10:15 PM Nicondra: A pipe busting freeze expected for Mardi Gras By Nicondra Norwood Krewe of Endymion and fans look forward to 2022 on canceled parade night By Amanda Roberts La. Senators split on vote to acquit/convict President Trump By Mykal Vincent All eyes on winter storm; icy conditions biggest threat By Zack Fradella Trump lawyers argue impeachment based on ‘hatred,’ not facts The defense team vigorously denied on Friday that Trump had incited the deadly riot and said his encouragement of followers to “fight like hell” at a rally that preceded it was routine political speech. By ERIC TUCKER, LISA MASCARO, MARY CLARE JALONICK and JILL COLVIN February 12 February 12 43 Currently in New Orleans, LA Full Forecast Nicondra: A pipe busting freeze expected for Mardi Gras It’s cold and dreary on the north side of an Arctic cold front that pushed past us at the end of the week, but with several waves of energy circulating around the base of the deep trough allowing the cold air to surge south conditions will continue to deteriorate over the next several days. By Nicondra Norwood 2h 2h King Cake kiddos could be featured on air! Sponsored by Breaux Mart Krewe of House Floats releases official map of decorated homes TOP STORIES Football helping the Howard family heal QB Walker Howard led St. Thomas More to a Division II state title. By Garland Gillen Published February 12, 2021 at 10:20 PM Surrounding area businesses prepare ahead of Mardi Gras weekend Businesses open in Jefferson parish hope they see some of the benefit of nearby bar closures in Orleans parish. By Amanda Roberts Published February 12, 2021 at 10:07 PM Retail business feeling the squeeze of Carnival closures in the French Quarter "The French Quarter is not just bars and restaurants." By Kaitlin Rust Published February 12, 2021 at 9:46 PM A local former inmate turned advocate gets a real chance at a Second Life January 20, 2021 was historic for many, but the day was life changing for Syrita Steib. By Nicondra Norwood Published February 12, 2021 at 9:45 PM Transportation crews prepare for the possibility of icy roads next week The Louisiana DOTD says crews strategically mobilized salt pallets this week. By Kimberly Curth February 12 February 12 Got a Money Matters question? Submit here. Exclusive Heart of Louisiana series Watch Latest Video Stream Investigate TV National CDC: Strong evidence in-person schooling can be done safely President Joe Biden requested updated guidance when he took office, responding to complaints that the CDC’s school guidelines under the Trump administration were unclear and inconsistent. By Associated Press February 12 February 12 Bar closures impacting ride sharing drivers Ride sharing drivers for Lyft and Uber say pre-pandemic they would make money to last months – just in the days leading to Fat Tuesday. This time around, many say, they are barely getting by. By Rilwan Balogun Published February 12, 2021 at 4:58 PM Tickets for Floats in the Oaks now on sale for Lundi Gras and Mardi Gras Tickets are now on sale and are expected to sell quickly. By Tiffany Baptiste Published February 12, 2021 at 4:50 PM NOPD gets help in Covid crowd control going into Carnival’s final weekend Bar owners have shut down across New Orleans on this the final weekend of carnival. By Rob Masson Published February 12, 2021 at 3:42 PM Mayor Cantrell tested positive, then negative for COVID-19 in D.C. Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s trip to Washington D.C. to meet with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris was cut short. By Mykal Vincent Published February 12, 2021 at 12:52 PM Two Bourbon Street bars shut down night before restrictions take effect Officials say both were found to be in violation of the COVID safety precautions and shut down on the spot. By Mykal Vincent Published February 12, 2021 at 10:39 AM Gov. Edwards declares State of Emergency due to heavy rainfall and potential wintry weather Gov. Edwards has declared a state of emergency due to the current heavy rainfall totals beginning to impact the state and the potential for wintry conditions beginning this weekend and extending to next week. By WAFB Staff Published February 12, 2021 at 8:04 AM Bodycam video shows officers shutting down non-compliant bars The City of New Orleans warned they would take action on any bars not complying with COVID regulations and so far, they’ve shut down at least seven. By Olivia Vidal Published February 12, 2021 at 6:45 AM Bars across New Orleans closing until Ash Wednesday "This is it, this our last little chance to put away a little bit of money for for Mardi Gras." By Kaitlin Rust Published February 11, 2021 at 10:44 PM National Severely burned dog will be trained as a therapy dog for child burn victims A dog with burn scars will soon train to be a therapy animal in children’s burn units in Ohio. By WKRC Staff February 11 February 11 See the full FOX 8 TV lineup Stream us on your favorite streaming device Send FOX 8 your pictures! Local everything for locals. Food, fun, music, & more WE INVESTIGATE Zurik: Forged signature raises questions about test for sexually transmitted diseases Questions have surfaced on a test for sexually-transmitted infections developed in a New Orleans lab and approved based on forged documents. By Lee Zurik and Cody Lillich February 10 February 10 Police investigate two uptown carjackings. One victim is a Tulane student While both Tulane Police and the NOPD investigate the incidents, people who live in the university area are on edge. By Natasha Robin February 10 February 10 CRIMETRACKER: Victims of violent crime living in fear Over 40 people were shot in the last month, and carjackings are on the rise. By Natasha Robin February 9 February 9 Zurik: Helipad move rattles neighbors’ nerves, project done without proper city permits By Lee Zurik and Cody Lillich Published February 4, 2021 at 9:57 PM NOPD’s 7th District Commander: “We’re solving a lot of cases out here.” By Natasha Robin Published February 1, 2021 at 6:21 PM Armed Robbery victim: “They acted like they were at work with no hesitation” By Natasha Robin Published January 29, 2021 at 5:34 PM SPORTS Football helping the Howard family heal QB Walker Howard led St. Thomas More to a Division II state title. By Garland Gillen Published February 12, 2021 at 10:20 PM Saints release guard Nick Easton By Sean Fazende February 12 February 12 Williamson, Doncic put up career-highs as Pels fall to Mavs By Josh Auzenne February 12 February 12 Bucs fans create GoFundMe to purchase ‘We Dat’ billboard in New Orleans to troll Saints fans By Nick Gremillion February 11 February 11 Pelicans head coach questions playing national anthem before games Mark Cuban said his decision came from conversations with members of the community who felt the national anthem "doesn't fully represent them." By Mykal Vincent February 11 February 11 MORE TOP STORIES Alleged sex abuse victim files federal lawsuit against the City of New Orleans and a former NOPD Lieutenant An alle...