Louisiana launches the FastSites program with $150 million funding to enhance the state's appeal for business investments by preparing ready-to-go sites.

I-220 near Shreveport will have intermittent lane closures on October 18 and 19, 2025, from 6-10 am for SWEPCO's line work, affecting travel around US 71 and I-49.

A deputy fired at a suspect’s car in Jefferson Parish after the vehicle rammed a detective's car. Two suspects were arrested; a third is at large. No injuries were reported.

Helena Moreno, New Orleans' incoming mayor, consults with former Mayor Marc Morial on her transition, emphasizing city service overhauls and preparing for budget issues while seeking unity after a contentious election.

A pedestrian, Dentreal A. Mouton, was fatally hit by a car on I-12 in Louisiana; toxicology samples were taken from both Mouton and the uninjured driver.

The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office recognized its personnel for exemplary service including guiding CPR via 911 call, dispatching emergency services, and longstanding commitment.

A motorcyclist, Aaron Bailey, died in a crash with a pickup truck on Louisiana Highway 27. Police are investigating the incident, including potential speed and impairment factors.

The NWS forecasts clear and mild weather in New Orleans with highs in the low 80s, noting a calm wind and mostly sunny conditions throughout the week and a slight chance of showers by the weekend.

NOPD investigates a fatal shooting at Cambronne and Apple streets in New Orleans, as a man with multiple gunshot wounds dies despite fast emergency response.

A child died in a Vernon Parish crash after an unrestrained 4-year-old succumbed to injuries from a collision between a Ford Expedition and a Ford Windstar.

St. Charles Parish commuters face delays from road closures on CC Road for maintenance, Jonathan Street indefinitely, and parts of Ormond Center Court for construction. Access to real-time updates is available on the parish's website.

Louisiana agents cited three men for multiple fish and wildlife violations at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA, including exceeding shrimp limits and illegal fishing methods.

New Orleans' $510 million bond proposition for infrastructure and housing improvements is on the November ballot, without increasing taxes. It distributes funds to streets, drainage, public facilities, and housing, commencing in 2026.