Gov. Jeff Landry approved industrial tax exemptions for Folgers’ New Orleans plants that city officials had rejected, restoring breaks tied to major equipment investments. The decision revives a fight over lost local revenue and legal fallout.

Two late‑night Tangipahoa crashes killed a 6‑month‑old and a 22‑year‑old; troopers say unrestrained occupants and suspected impairment played roles.

Willie Puckett Jr., a key figure in New Orleans bounce, died May 3 at 50. He helped popularize the "Doggie Hopp" and "trip out" dances that shaped local club culture.

A 65‑year‑old Slidell woman, Carolyn J. Hunt‑Loga, died after her car was struck on the I‑10 Bayway; two people were airlifted. Troopers are investigating.

The National WWII Museum hosted a sold-out early screening of Tom Hanks’ 20-part WWII series ahead of its Memorial Day premiere.

Greek Fest returns to Bayou St. John with new vegetarian plates, Penelope’s peach daiquiris and a switch to cashless buying this Memorial Day weekend.

A New Orleans man admitted he and an accomplice diverted $74,250 in pandemic‑era childcare grants by fabricating a provider on state systems.

FEMA looks set to extend New Orleans' deadline for its multibillion-dollar roadwork program, buying the city months to decide which projects to finish. Roughly $500 million remains to be spent.

Authorities removed dozens of dogs, horses and other animals from a St. Bernard property after veterinarians found many in dire health. A woman was booked on aggravated cruelty charges as the probe continues.

Jefferson Parish credits its Drone First Responder program after deputies say a drone located a stolen car during a Terrytown chase, leading to an arrest.

WWL‑TV medical reporter Meg Farris was stung while covering a New Orleans hive relocation; beekeepers captured and moved two large hives containing thousands of bees.

Muggy morning and highs near 86°F with a slight chance of brief afternoon storms, mainly west of I‑55.

Muggy morning with a high near 84°F. Scattered afternoon storms possible, mainly west of I-55.