St. Tammany Parish officials presented a proclamation to Chahta Chief Gillum, designating January 8, 2026, as "Chief Pierre Juzan Day" to honor his role in the Battle of New Orleans.

The NWS in New Orleans forecasts showers and thunderstorms before 11 a.m. with a high near 76°F. Winds shifting, with gusts up to 30 mph. Clearing skies later with a cooler night at 48°F. Sunny and windy on Sunday and Monday.

St. Charles Parish commenced a $10 million drainage project to tackle longstanding flooding issues in the Ormond area, expecting to improve water flow and reduce flood risk.

Multiple road closures are impacting traffic in Destrehan due to construction and utility work, with recommended detours and restrictions on oversized loads.

Groundbreaking for the Des Allemands Boat Launch in St. Charles Parish was celebrated, with potential benefits for boating access, tourism, and infrastructure emphasized.

14-year-old Diovanni Benitez went missing but was found safe later the same day by the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office.

Louisiana wins Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year again for Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in a new steel mill, expected to create over 5,400 jobs in Ascension Parish.

New Orleans expects a week of foggy mornings, sunny skies, and increasing chances of showers towards the weekend, with mild temperatures and possible thunderstorms on Friday.

Two individuals were shot in New Orleans' Holy Cross neighborhood. NOPD responded at 8:30 p.m. on Andry Street; victims hospitalized, investigation ongoing.

NOPD investigates New Orleans' first 2026 homicide, a 24-year-old man fatally shot on Downman Road and later found on Boeing Street. They seek information to find the culprit(s).

St. Tammany Fire Protection crew efficiently tackled a mailbox fire in Slidell, preventing any injuries or significant damage and humorously reporting the incident on Facebook.

New Orleans Fire Department Superintendent Roman Nelson responded to IAFF Local 632 President Aaron Mischler's comments, reaffirming the department's support for firefighters and adherence to laws.

The Gretna Police Department warned of the increased risk of drunk driving on New Year's Eve, urging the public to be vigilant and report erratic driving for safety.