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A radar-indicated twister put LaPlace, Luling and Des Allemands on alert Thursday morning, with pea-sized hail also possible.
Politics & Govt in ...
The council voted 6-3 to send the Flock camera ban back to committee after members questioned how it would even be enforced.
Weather & Environment in ...
The Water Institute's flood forecasting tool, already used by 200-plus government agencies, is merging with satellite radar from Finland's ICEYE.
No injuries were reported after flames tore through the former Cal's Western Store site overnight, but standing water still slowed Johnston Street traffic by morning.
Anthony Caruso, 41, faces a dozen charges after JPSO found a Tolmas Drive lab officials call the biggest steroid bust of the sheriff's career.
EMS thought it was a medical call, but hospital staff found a gunshot wound to the man's head.
Arts & Culture in ...
The Dec. 5 gala debuts a new outdoor stage and turns Esplanade Avenue into a winter lights display with brass bands and vintage fashion.
Derrick Dorsey allegedly pulled a knife on employees after they caught him stealing on North Broad Street. Police say tipsters can stay anonymous and earn cash.
Wilbert Davis died at the scene after a truck veered onto a sidewalk, then struck utility poles blocks away.
Giselle Grant told police she left Halo Grant with a friend but wouldn't say where. NOPD wants the public's help finding them.
Real Estate & Development in ...
The French immersion school's $1.65 million purchase sits just off its Uptown campus near the old St. Henry's Church complex.
Food & Drinks in ...
The Castro sisters' Gulf-seafood spot on Dauphine Street just topped a list of 41 restaurants nationwide.
Community & Society in ...
The Krewe of O.A.K. marks 40 years of monarchs as the Maple Leaf Bar drummer leads a free parade down S. Carrollton Avenue.
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