Slidell police took a man into protective custody after he threatened self-harm and brandished a firearm, ending a four-hour standoff without injuries.

NOPD recognized Captain Raven Batiste for graduating from the prestigious Policing Leadership Academy, aimed at enhancing police leadership and strategies for reducing violence.

New Orleans weather forecast includes mostly sunny skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms during the week, fluctuating temperatures, and clear conditions expected for Thanksgiving Day.

NOPD seeks public help in locating Dustin Michael Pierce, a suspect in an October burglary, asking for tips to find him for a court-mandated buccal swab.

Chadwick Martin faces citations for crabbing without a license and falsifying records in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, admitting to the unlawful activities. He may incur fines and jail time, plus restitution for illegally taken crabs.

Bryan Turner pleads guilty to drug and firearm charges in New Orleans, faces severe prison sentences and fines, with prosecution led by AUSA David Berman.

Dense fog advisory issued in southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi, affecting visibility until 9 AM CST. The day will clear up with a high of 78°F followed by possible showers tonight.

The Louisiana DOTD is dealing with service disruptions in its truck permit portal due to a Cloudflare outage, causing delays and increased call volumes for permits.

NOPD seeks public help in locating David Sean Wright for information on a November burglary on Perdido Street. He is not a suspect but may have vital details.

LDWF is investigating a fatal boating accident on Bundick Lake, where John F. Lowe died during a duck hunting trip after their boat capsized and he entered water without a PFD.

Rep. Neil Hays, R-Checotah, plans to reintroduce his deep-fake regulation bill, House Bill 3073, to combat unauthorized use of personal likeness in digital media and establish penalties for violators.

The Ryan Street Exit modification on I-210 Eastbound in Calcasieu Parish is substantially complete, promising smoother traffic and safety improvements, as confirmed by the Louisiana DOTD.

A motorcyclist, Caleb Milton, died in a three-vehicle crash in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana after his motorcycle collided with a turning Jeep and then an oncoming Nissan.