New Orleans faces an unpredictable mix of sunny weather and thunderstorms in the upcoming week, with varying chances of rain and high humidity levels.

A man from St. Bernard Parish has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges, facing significant penalties including a mandatory minimum sentence and substantial fines.

New Orleans Police seek a person of interest, Dolman DeLeon, for information on a homicide but clarify he is not a suspect. Public assistance is requested.

NOPD is investigating an early morning fatal shooting in the Seventh Ward, where a man with gunshot wounds was pronounced dead on Elysian Fields Avenue. Further details on the suspect are limited.

A deputy from the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office was involved in a shooting on I-49 near Louisiana Highway 509; one person was killed. State Police are investigating the incident.

The Louisiana Oyster Task Force will meet on August 26 to discuss the sustainable management of oyster resources, addressing multiple industry pressures.

St. Charles Parish celebrated the opening of the renovated Bethune Park, featuring new amenities and honoring the legacy of the area's first African American high school.

Louisiana anglers have landed 630,445 pounds of Red Snapper, 70.4% of the state's 2025 allocation, as reported by LDWF. Regulations include a four fish daily limit and a 16-inch size minimum.

New Orleans' I-10 corridor reopened early after repairs from a garbage truck incident, thanks to favorable weather and continuous work by Boh Bros. Construction.

US 90 in Jefferson Parish will face construction-related lane closures from August 20-22, alternating between westbound and eastbound lanes for roadway widening.

A heat advisory is issued for southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi, with heat index values up to 110 expected. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Scotty Bascle admitted to federal drug charges for distributing fentanyl and faces up to 40 years in prison, a potential $1M fine, and supervised release.

A juvenile died in a car accident in Avoyelles Parish; Louisiana State Police Troop E is investigating the incident that involved a Ford Escape hitting trees.