NOPD seeks public assistance to find a suspect who fired a gun at a Franklin Avenue business on July 8, 2025, and fled the scene. No injuries reported.

NOPD seeks help identifying suspects in a recent vehicle theft; surveillance captured the incident, vehicle recovered, suspects at large. Public urged to contact authorities with info.

The NOPD is seeking community assistance to find a suspect in a July 8, 2025 business burglary on Valence Street, involving stolen welding and copper items.

LDWF arrested 19 for boating under the influence over July 4th as part of Operation Dry Water, and investigated seven non-fatal boating incidents, some alcohol-related.

Road construction and resurfacing work in Destrehan may cause minor disruptions, with detours around Ormond Center Court. The St. Charles Parish summer road maintenance will affect local roads over the next two weeks.

Officials investigated a gas odor near Lutcher's old Ferry Landing; it was suspected to originate from a Mississippi River ship. No injuries or evacuations occurred.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office humorously reminded residents to save 911 for real emergencies, not firework or drone complaints, ahead of July Fourth.

Milton Bridge over Vermillion River in Lafayette Parish to close for maintenance on July 10 from 8:30-11:30 a.m.; no official detour, but alternate routes suggested.

A boil water advisory is in effect for parts of Lafourche Parish due to a main line leak, affecting drinking, cooking, and hygiene practices until tests confirm safety.

Honduran national DERY JONCARLOS ZELAYA-ZELAYA pleaded guilty to illegal re-entry after removal and faces a possible maximum sentence of two years imprisonment.

New Orleans Independence Day forecast includes sun, clouds, 30% chance of PM showers, high near 93°F, and sticky 70% humidity. Evening may bring a slight drop in rain chances and temperatures.

The National Weather Service forecasts possible showers and thunderstorms with a slight temperature drop for New Orleans, with a 40% chance of precipitation and highs near 92°F.

Duty Ferry in Catahoula Parish closed for repairs, creating disruptions on LA 559. Detours via LA 124, LA 8, US 425, LA 128, and LA 4 are provided. DOTD urges caution and provides contact info for further assistance.