Dense fog and scattered storms make Tuesday messy in New Orleans. Drier, hotter weather builds later this week.

Heavy morning storms may cause localized flash flooding in New Orleans; expect cooler readings this afternoon and hotter conditions later in the week.

MSY will tear down large portions of its south terminal to make room for hangars, cargo and a mechanics school as bids move through the summer procurement process.

A multi‑agency SWAT sweep at a Metairie motel led to arrests tied to a human‑trafficking probe; federal and local law enforcement were involved.

NOPD is investigating a shooting near Terpsichore and Freret in Central City; detectives canvassed the area for witnesses and surveillance footage.

City Council approved Crescent City Cafe’s permit to open a pay‑what‑you‑can breakfast and brunch spot at 4807 Magazine Street, aiming to serve neighbors across incomes.

New Orleans saw its biggest monthly apartment rent increase in over two years in June, led by stronger leasing at the top end and limited new supply. Data providers differ on exact medians, but the trend is clear: luxury lease‑ups lifted local averages.

Colorado State University sharply lowered its 2026 Atlantic forecast Wednesday, cutting Gulf Coast odds for a major hurricane; officials say one storm can still be devastating.

Louisiana State Police are investigating an early-morning officer-involved shooting on U.S. 171 near U.S. 84 in Mansfield. Detectives are urging anyone with tips or video to come forward.

Morrow’s gumbo ramen earned a No. 7 spot on Food Network’s Top 10: Noodles, giving the Marigny restaurant a national spotlight. The bowl’s Creole‑meets‑Asian elements drew praise.

State LEAP results show a record 36% Mastery+ statewide — the highest on record — with gains in math, civics and social studies and most districts improving.

A Covington city employee died after diving into Bayou Lacombe to save his granddaughter; family and city leaders say he was a hero as an autopsy is pending.

Daniel McKearan’s Ducky Recovery signed a long-term lease for the 2.25‑acre Sacred Heart campus on Canal Street. Unity will remain under its lease through 2052.