A Louisiana woman was sentenced to five years probation for bank fraud and mail theft, involving over $22,000 stolen via checks from her postal contractor job.

A New Orleans man pled guilty to wire fraud, embezzling $60,000 from his employer and manipulating court proceedings. He faces a 20-year sentence and fines.

Mexican citizen pleads guilty to illegal reentry into the U.S. after a previous deportation and now awaits sentencing with a possible two-year prison term.

Lt. Derek Ware has been awarded the first-ever Louisiana Boating Educator of the Year by the LDWF for his significant contributions to boating safety education.

Honduran national Wilmer Antonio Garcia-Aquino received a three-month prison sentence for illegal reentry into the U.S. and faces removal proceedings.

Early September in New Orleans forecasts warm weather with sunny skies, mild winds, and high humidity, with temperatures near 90 degrees. Weekend may see slight chances of showers.

Roadwork on US 90 in St. Charles Parish will cause daily lane closures from Live Oak Blvd to S Kenner Ave, from 6 AM to 5 PM starting September 2-5, as announced by Louisiana DOTD.

Semaj Brown was arrested for a fatal shooting in Avondale, Jefferson Parish; he faces second-degree murder charges. The victim was found dead with gunshot wounds. Details on the motive are undisclosed.

A Covington man received a 63-month federal prison sentence for distributing fentanyl, following a law enforcement sting operation that led to his conviction.

NOPD seeks assistance in locating Duy Minh Nguyen, wanted for a July 15 aggravated assault with a firearm at a Bullard Avenue business. No injuries reported; Nguyen is considered armed and dangerous. Tips can be anonymous.

A woman died in a crash in Sabine Parish after her car hit a tree; she wasn't wearing a seatbelt. Toxicology tests are pending to determine the crash cause.

New Orleans Police seek public help in finding a person of interest for a homicide case involving a young male victim.

The NOPD seeks public help to identify three suspects in a robbery. A victim was lured into a car on Bourbon Street and later robbed by the trio. Descriptions of the suspects and their vehicle were provided.