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Two people are hospitalized after a shooting near New Orleans' Saenger Theatre; NOPD is investigating, with limited information on victims or motives.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Metairie road closure scheduled for crane work on West Metairie Avenue at David Drive, affecting eastbound lanes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Apr. 2, 2025.
The Benson Canal Bridge in New Orleans is closed to eastbound traffic on Morrison Road, necessitating detours, with a replacement bridge planned and bids expected in the summer.
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Local homeschool group visited St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, experienced law enforcement activities and met K-9 units, as shared on the office's Facebook page.
Weather & Environment in ...
New Orleans' weather forecast includes a 20% chance of afternoon showers, thunderstorms, and high winds today with highs near 79°F. More rain and thunderstorms expected over the weekend.
Retail & Industry in ...
Louisiana's LDWF is offering in-person commercial fishing license sales and boat registration at select field offices in April, with staff also assisting with trip ticket training.
NWS predicts mostly cloudy skies and highs of 81°F for New Orleans today, with a steady southeast wind. Rain chances rise to 80% by Saturday, with possible heavy thunderstorms.
New Orleans is experiencing mostly sunny weather with a high near 82 degrees, but showers and possible thunderstorms are expected towards the weekend.
A one-alarm fire occurred in an unoccupied New Orleans dwelling, where firefighters removed numerous propane tanks and contained the blaze without injuries.
Road marking operations lead to temporary closure of the LA 182 ramp on US 90 Eastbound in Lafourche Parish for one night, with DOTD advising caution and recommending alternate travel plans.
The Belle Chasse Bridge Replacement Project is causing lane closures and traffic changes, with a schedule dependent on weather conditions, according to Louisiana DOTD.
Metairie Road at Causeway Boulevard Overpass will experience night closures for construction from March 22 to 24, causing detours and urging travelers to find alternative routes.
A Honduran national was sentenced to 46 months for illegal U.S. re-entry after a previous deportation and conviction. The case highlights challenges in immigration law enforcement.
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