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Last Call: 5 things you might have missed on Oct. 12

Welcome to Last Call.

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It’s getting late, and it’s almost time to close up for the evening. Here are some stories you might have missed today.

Metairie lawyer launches petition to recall Mike Yenni

Metairie attorney Robert Evans III announced today that he’s filing a petition to recall Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni.

Plaquemines Parish worker mows over, kills 9-foot Boa constrictor while cutting grass

A Plaquemines Parish Government worker accidentally mowed over and killed a 9-foot snake believed to be a Boa constrictor while cutting grass at Davant Park.

A founding member of The Dixie Cups has died

Joan Marie Johnson

She was part of the group that brought us the number one hit “Chapel of Love,” as well as one of the most popular versions of the classic Louisiana song “IKO IKO.”

Four arrested in Covington area motel murder

Four people have been arrested in connection with a shooting death that happened Oct. 4 at a Covington Area motel.

43rd annual Andouille Festival brings celebrity guest, big fun to LaPlace this weekend

The 43rd annual Andouille Festival kicks off in LaPlace Friday with a weekend of festival fun to follow.