Diane Amos hands roses to women on Bourbon Street as a quiet outreach tactic that helped lead to a New Year’s rescue. Free NOLA pairs small gestures with service referrals amid rising state numbers.

Heat Advisory Saturday in New Orleans with highs near 93°F and heat‑index values up to 108°F. Cooling centers and rec centers are open for relief.

After a life‑threatening October dog attack, Danielle Hooper returned to thank St. Tammany deputies who helped save her life.

Mayor Helena Moreno says Gov. Landry’s vetoes removed more than $33M in New Orleans funding, threatening Armstrong Park, housing projects and nonprofit services.

Expect low-90s highs Friday and feels-like temps in the 100s. Heat advisories look increasingly likely starting Sunday; check cooling centers if you lack A/C.

A volunteer CoCoRaHS gauge near Cottonport recorded 29.06 inches in 24 hours — a new Louisiana record — as Arthur’s remnants drenched central Louisiana.

Muggy morning with highs near 93°F and a slight chance of afternoon storms; heat index could top 105°F. Check cooling‑center options if you lack reliable A/C.

A Chalmette gastroenterologist has an arrest warrant after patients reported inappropriate touching during procedures earlier this month.

Two defendants in the 2024 French Quarter shooting pleaded guilty after jury selection; sentencing is set for June 25. The remaining defendant still faces trial.

Mostly cloudy start, high near 92°F; storms possible this afternoon and heat returns Sunday.

A Sydney-born Franklinton resident was indicted on federal charges alleging she falsely claimed U.S. citizenship to register and vote in 2022 and 2024.

City Greens is closing its Old Metairie restaurant on Friday after ten years, the company said; downtown and MSY locations will remain open.

A driver was found shot after a Louisiana State Police chase ended in the 7th Ward. Troop NOLA says troopers did not fire and the state police investigation is active.