Amanda Roberts

Amanda is incredibly excited be a part of the Fox 8 News team. She is a Nashville, Tennessee native with strong ties to the New England North; she’s now happy to have made it to what her family and friends refer to as the “Deep South."

Recent Articles by Amanda

Kanye West brings his ‘Sunday Service’ concert to Baton Rouge

Mega rap-artist Kanye West was in Baton Rouge for his Sunday Service concert.

Amanda Roberts

Published November 1, 2019 at 10:52 PM

City’s denial of FOX 8 records requests implies criminal investigation into Hard Rock collapse

The city has been diligent in keeping the public updated through dozens of news conferences since the partial collapse at the Hard Rock Hotel. But one of the answers the public hasn't heard, is exactly how this happened.

Amanda Roberts

Published October 22, 2019 at 9:33 PM

Engineer estimates weeks until remains recovered from Hard Rock collapse site

The corner of Canal where the Hard Rock construction collapse sit sits in the French Quarter, while still wrought with destruction is in the beginning phase of returning to some kind of normalcy.

Amanda Roberts

Published October 21, 2019 at 9:29 PM

Growing concern over high cost of medical marijuana

Suffering with chronic pain after some major surgeries, Jackie Hyer was excited for some relief from her new medical marijuana prescription, and she says it worked. What she didn't anticipate was the price.

Amanda Roberts

Published October 10, 2019 at 3:57 PM

FOX 8 Defenders: Northshore residents frustrated at continued dirty, brown water in homes

Ashlea Perry along with several of her neighbors noticed brown water in their homes after the H20- Guste Island Water System issued a boil water advisory.

Amanda Roberts

Published October 2, 2019 at 10:49 PM

Brees in ‘excellent’ hands with Los Angeles specialist, local expert says

Dr. Eric George of the Hand Center of Louisiana knows Shin in a professional capacity, and says there's no one better to be Brees’ surgeon.

Amanda Roberts

Published September 17, 2019 at 8:10 PM

Saints franchise will look to head coach, other team leaders in QB Brees’ absence

With Brees out for only the second time in his 13-year career with the Saints, sports analyst Jeff Duncan said in the franchise’s history, this will be one of the biggest tests of the team’s durability, resilience and teamwork.

Amanda Roberts

Published September 16, 2019 at 11:01 PM

Archdiocese files documents to dismiss church sex abuse lawsuit based on NOLA No-call lawsuit dismissal

The Supreme Court of Louisiana could decide if victims of church sex abuse have a right to sue their abusers, as well as the catholic church.

Amanda Roberts

Published September 12, 2019 at 9:35 PM

Expensive drainage projects may cost citizens, more than 500 tons of garbage pulled from canal

New Orleans City leaders revealed today that crews pulled hundreds of tons of garbage out of a single drainage canal and that's only a fraction of what needs to be cleared.

Amanda Roberts

Published September 6, 2019 at 7:03 AM

Delta Sigma Theta sorority honors Nancy Parker in Omega Omega farewell service

Nancy was known as a mother, mentor, journalist. But she was also part of a sisterhood.

Amanda Roberts

Published August 22, 2019 at 10:26 PM

Daughter of former Saints player files lawsuit against Archdiocese for sexual abuse

A new lawsuit filed in Civil Court claims the Archdiocese of New Orleans paid for counseling for the daughter of a former Saint’s player after a member of the clergy allegedly sexually abused her.

Amanda Roberts

Published August 15, 2019 at 10:43 PM

Video: Alleged attack on Andy Dick captured by French Quarter surveillance camera

Surveillance video shows the alleged attack against controversial comedian Andy Dick who says he was sucker-punched, knocked unconscious and put in the ICU after his French Quarter show last weekend.

Kimberly Curth and Amanda Roberts

Published August 13, 2019 at 4:04 PM

Jefferson Parish sheriff claims opponent tried to bribe him

On the last day of qualifying, a familiar name signed up to run for Jefferson Parish Sheriff against incumbent Joe Lopinto

Amanda Roberts

Published August 8, 2019 at 11:00 PM

‘I love you more’: Man drowns after saving fiance from Florida riptide

Shelli Oulliber and her fiancé, Maurice “Reece" Cousins were celebrating their three-year anniversary on the beach in May when tragedy struck.

Amanda Roberts

Published July 24, 2019 at 8:57 PM

Charges against Tulane professors accused of attempting to steal trade secrets dropped

In a shocking development, federal charges brought against two Tulane University professors charged with attempting to steal trade secrets have been dropped.

Amanda Roberts

Published July 15, 2019 at 9:06 PM

‘They took my baby’s life’: Mother demands justice after daughter shot to death

As Kim Lassai comforted her distraught daughter after a man was fatally shot just blocks away from their New Orleans East home last week, neither knew the 21-year-old would suffer the same fate, on that same block, just days later.

Amanda Roberts

Published June 10, 2019 at 9:13 PM

Terrebonne Parish deploying flood tubes ahead of Morganza Spillway opening

It’s only days until the Morganza spillway is to open, and those in Terrebonne parish say they’ve been fighting high water levels for months.

Amanda Roberts

Published May 28, 2019 at 9:20 PM

Parishes preparing for flooding with possible Morganza spillway opening

Area communities are bracing for flooding as the Army Corps of Engineers make preparations to possibly open the Morganza Spillway.

Amanda Roberts

Published May 24, 2019 at 9:29 PM

New airport terminal undergoing work on canceled opening day

Wednesday was supposed to mark the opening of Kenner’s new bustling, billion-dollar airport. Instead, crews were still building and working on the finishing touches, after the opening was delayed yet again.

Amanda Roberts

Published May 15, 2019 at 8:34 PM

Industry experts: There were warning signs for the Times-Picayune buyout

New Orleans news is changing. As the Advocate buys out the Times-Picayune, readers were eager to know the details.

Amanda Roberts

Published May 2, 2019 at 9:54 PM

Councilman Banks: Drive Shack has not abandoned Times-Picayune building project

Competing golf entertainment venues may continue the competition in New Orleans.

Amanda Roberts

Published April 26, 2019 at 10:02 PM

Victim calls for transparency after more Scout troop leaders are suspected of child sex abuse

Attorneys are calling for more victims to come forward after it’s discovered that child sex abuse within the Boy Scouts of America is much more widespread than originally thought.

Amanda Roberts

Published April 24, 2019 at 9:31 PM

Louisiana House passes bill to reduce auto insurance rates

With a 69-30 vote, House Bill 372 advances again as it passes the House. The vote came after nearly 2 hours of questioning and testimony on the House floor.

Amanda Roberts

Published April 23, 2019 at 9:23 PM

Saints fans optimistic about 2019 schedule

It's hard to forget how the saints' 2018 season ended. The “NOLA No-call” destroyed fans' hope for another Superbowl win.But it's now 2019, and fan

Amanda Roberts

Published April 17, 2019 at 8:52 PM

Bill protecting sexual, domestic violence victims from testifying advances to Senate floor

Witnesses are designed to strengthen a case, whether it’s for the defense or prosecution. But not all witnesses want to testify. Advocates argue that’s especially true in cases of domestic or sexual violence.