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.

Two men from Thibodaux were arrested for armed robbery involving a smartphone sale on Karla Drive, with one suspect also facing charges for unlawful use of body armor and obstruction of justice.

The westbound Harvey Tunnel reopened after renovations, with eastbound upgrades due by 2026, part of a $54 million project to improve the 1957 tunnel including new lighting and flood resilience features.

A 73-year-old man from Ponchatoula was arrested on child pornography charges involving materials of children under 13 after investigators traced illicit uploads back to his address.

New Orleans faces a heat advisory from the NWS, warning of heat index values up to 109 degrees. People are urged to stay cool, hydrated, and check on vulnerable individuals.

LA 380 in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, has reopened after construction, with traffic flowing between Byler Road and Jenuis Road, as announced by the DOTD. Drivers are urged to remain cautious in the area.

Vice President Helena Moreno proposes an ordinance to ensure timely payment to subcontractors on City-funded projects in New Orleans, aligning with the Net 30 schedule.

New Orleans plans to host the K20 Summit on August 30 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, emphasizing resilience, evolution, and empowerment.

Louisiana State Police investigate a deputy-involved shooting after a chase and standoff in Sabine Parish, where an armed individual was fatally shot.

Ernest X. Taylor Jr. pleaded guilty to bank fraud for obtaining over $400,000 using false pretenses, as confirmed by Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.