Archbishop James Checchio and Gayle Benson met Pope Leo XIV in Rome, raised his family’s New Orleans ties and got permission to name the cathedral rectory in his honor.

A 63-year-old Marrero woman shot by deputies after a Dollar General standoff pleaded guilty to four counts and received a largely suspended sentence and probation.

Coastal Flood Advisory and Small Craft Advisories are in effect Thursday; expect gusty east winds and minor high-tide flooding on east-facing shorelines.

A leaked recording that appears to capture the Denham Springs fire chief using a racial slur sparked an emergency board meeting and community outrage. Trustees say they will consult counsel before deciding.

A dump truck struck a utility pole in Metairie Wednesday, cutting power for thousands while crews replace the damaged pole. Entergy gave a restoration estimate as crews worked.

Breezy east winds push highs near 76°F today. A Coastal Flood Advisory for Thursday could pond water onto low‑lying shorefront streets.

A 28-year-old man identified as Christopher Joseph was fatally shot in Gert Town early Saturday. Detectives are asking the public for tips and video.

Construction on Buc‑ee’s Ruston travel center is moving quickly; the city has installed traffic lights and is reworking Tarbutton Road ahead of a 2027 opening.

Louisiana ranks as the second‑cheapest state for childbirth, with in‑network deliveries averaging under $9,000. The state’s LaMOMS Medicaid program helps reduce costs for many families.

Clear Tuesday; highs near 75 and gusty easterly winds could prompt Small Craft Advisories and minor coastal flooding midweek.

The Louisiana Supreme Court sent Antoinette Frank’s latest post‑conviction claims back to Orleans Parish for a hearing to decide whether delay bars relief.

Morning showers give way to a milder afternoon. Strong easterly winds midweek could raise tides and prompt boat advisories.

Radar showed rotation near Bogalusa as a tornado warning covered parts of Washington Parish Saturday evening. Officials urged residents to take shelter as storms passed.