Rob Masson

FOX 8 reporter Rob Masson began his broadcasting career while in college as News Director at WLSU. This Louisiana State University grad has been covering news in New Orleans since the mid-eighties, and has been with FOX 8 since 1994.

Recent Articles by Rob

New hope for rehab program and New Orleans lawyer

A local attorney has put together a program that he hopes will help those suffering from drug and mental health issues.

Rob Masson

Published March 31, 2021 at 10:34 PM

Tangipahoa Sheriff investigates fight between Loranger High principal and coach

The altercation between principal Gary Perkins and coach Michael Washington occurred Tuesday between second and third periods with word spreading quickly across campus.

Rob Masson

Published March 31, 2021 at 5:51 PM

Metairie sewer main line break causes concern

For more than 30 hours, discolored and smelly sewer water has spewed into the West Napoleon Avenue Canal in Metairie.

Rob Masson

Published March 25, 2021 at 4:38 PM

Freeport McMoRan agrees to big coastal damage settlement

The state attorney general’s office today announced a $100 million settlement with Freeport McMoran after years of litigation over damage to the Louisiana coast.

Rob Masson

Published March 4, 2021 at 5:12 PM

Young girl shot while walking with father in New Orleans

A child is in the hospital following a shooting Thursday night, police say.

Rob Masson

Published February 26, 2021 at 12:12 PM

New Orleans hotel occupancy staggeringly below normal through Mardi Gras

Mard Gras tourism is hovering around 30-40% occupancy. It seems most tourists will be staying home.

Rob Masson

Published February 9, 2021 at 4:42 PM

New Orleans Underground: The city beneath the city

New Orleans is one of the most historically significant cities in the United States, but beneath the surface lies an archaeological treasure trove

Rob Masson

Published February 5, 2021 at 10:05 PM

Neighborhood bars not happy with Carnival shutdown order

Many bar workers were already struggling and looking forward to a carnival income boost.

Rob Masson

Published February 5, 2021 at 2:49 PM

New Orleans to cut Saints game attendance in the Superdome again

The city’s health director says new limitations on indoor bar crowd sizes could be imposed next week based on current Covid trends.

Rob Masson

Published December 10, 2020 at 5:16 PM

Tangipahoa deals with a 15 percent COVID-19 positivity rate

Officials blame a number of factors but they say citizens can do much more.

Rob Masson

Published November 25, 2020 at 3:26 PM

Air traffic uptick at Armstrong as airlines step up Covid-19 precautions

Airport officials say passenger counts are picking up at Armstrong International as they get ready for a busier holiday season.

Rob Masson

Published November 11, 2020 at 4:10 PM

Governor initiates new climate change efforts

On Monday, Nov. 9, Governor John Bel Edwards kicked off two new initiatives to address climate change.

Rob Masson

Published November 9, 2020 at 5:41 PM

Governor Edwards talks about coastal defenses after Hurricane Zeta

edwards tours zeta damage in lafourche

Rob Masson

Published November 6, 2020 at 4:18 PM

Bay St. Louis dealing with storm damage, tree debris and sunken boats one week after Hurricane Zeta

Dozens of roofs remain damaged, boats sunk and tree debris lines many streets of Bay St. Louis one week after Hurricane Zeta.

Rob Masson

Published November 5, 2020 at 3:32 PM

Residents in south Lafourche Parish pick up the damage from Hurricane Zeta

People who live in South Lafourche are trying to pick up the pieces today after Hurricane Zeta.

Rob Masson

Published October 29, 2020 at 4:17 PM

Evacuation orders issued in Grand Isle ahead of Hurricane Zeta as community readies for latest storm

A mandatory evacuation order was issued at noon Tuesday, Oct. 27 for Grand Isle. Most island residents are heeding the warning, though some say they will ride Zeta out.

Rob Masson

Published October 27, 2020 at 9:00 PM

Thousands of fans in Superdome Sunday, as renovations are well underway

Longtime ticket holders get a chance to go to Saints game Sunday in the Dome, as renovations get underway.

Rob Masson

Published October 21, 2020 at 1:44 PM

Superdome officials unveil COVID safe plan

Superdome discusses their Venue Shield plan, designed to keep the facility covid free, as Saints explore move to Tiger Stadium

Rob Masson

Published October 14, 2020 at 4:36 PM

The announcement came at a legislative hearing at which Mayor Cantrell was asking for tens of millions of dollars to help alleviate deficits brought on by coronavirus.

Rob Masson

Published October 13, 2020 at 9:40 PM

Hurricane evacuee numbers swell by 10% after Delta

The number of hurricane evacuees staying in local hotels grew by 800 over the weekend due to Hurricane Delta.

Rob Masson

Published October 12, 2020 at 9:20 PM

Local leaders say Grand Isle is the first line of defense against hurricanes and worth the investment.

Rob Masson

Published October 7, 2020 at 9:35 PM

La. National Guard works to shore up levee in Grand Isle before Hurricane Delta

Wherever Hurricane Delta hits, the island will likely feel the effects.

Rob Masson

Published October 7, 2020 at 11:46 AM

New hurricane threat adds to 2020 stress; mental health experts offer some advice

People along the Louisiana coast are keeping a watchful eye on tropical storm developments, with many saying, "Here we go again."

Rob Masson

Published October 5, 2020 at 9:24 PM

Slidell businesses shut down as area deals with minimal impacts from Hurricane Sally

Hurricane Sally pushed water into some of the usual Slidell locations as a few businesses decided to open.

Rob Masson

Published September 15, 2020 at 4:19 PM

Louisiana Guard units hurt in Katrina help out in Lake Charles

Troops from New Orleans are helping fuel the Lake Charles recovery effort in a big way.

Rob Masson

Published September 4, 2020 at 2:43 PM

Senator Cassidy discusses Hurricane Laura recovery after damage tour

Lake Charles residents damaged by Hurricane Laura say the lights can’t come back on fast enough.

Rob Masson

Published September 3, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Lake Charles residents say they’ve had enough while beginning to clean up damage from Laura

As they clean up after one of the worst hurricanes to ever hit Louisiana, some residents of southwest Louisiana say they’ve had enough.

Rob Masson

Published September 1, 2020 at 5:13 PM

Lake Charles residents repair homes in heat with no power

The reality of Laura’s impact is starting to sink in for hundreds of Lake Charles residents. Trees sliced through dozens of homes and many are beginning repairs in stifling heat with no electricity.