A 59-year-old Rayville woman died in a Richland Parish two-car crash after her vehicle collided with another on U.S. 425. Investigations and toxicology tests are ongoing.

Hilda Vasquez, the mother of deceased 12-year-old Bryan Vasquez, was denied bail amid charges of juvenile cruelty and negligent homicide, after her youngest child tested positive for cocaine.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries completed restoration operations at Wham Brake, including drawdowns and herbicide application, to improve waterfowl habitat. Boaters are advised to avoid the area due to low water levels.

New Orleans expects a week of clear skies and consistent temperatures around 90 degrees, with calm evenings and minimal wind, allowing residents to enjoy outdoor activities.

Jefferson Parish commuters will face delays due to lane closures on US 90 for road widening from September 15-19, with daily work scheduled 6 AM to 5 PM.

A head-on collision in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, leaves Charles Levine dead and another driver seriously injured; police investigate the cause and whether impairment was a factor.

New Orleans residents experience a warm, sunny morning with an air quality alert in effect, advising caution for sensitive groups due to high ozone levels.

Lane closures due to construction on the Belle Chasse Bridge and Tunnel are expected to affect traffic in the region from September 14-18 during nighttime hours.

Cheneyville's police chief, Charles A. Issac, was arrested by the LSP SVU on charges of sexually abusing a juvenile. He faces multiple serious charges.

LDWF cited 32 for dove hunting violations, including over baited areas, lacking licenses, and firearms issues, seizing 219 doves for charity. Some faced additional charges, like possession of a stolen firearm.

New Orleans Police seek public aid in locating Cody Bergeron, suspected of theft on Kerlerec Street, known to visit Esplanade Avenue and Frenchmen Street.

The NWS predicts a series of sunny days with highs in the upper 80s for New Orleans. Evening forecasts indicate mostly clear skies with lows around 74 degrees. The pattern continues through the week with slight temperature increases.

New Orleans City Council Vice President Helena Moreno initiates an emergency alert system for the city's vulnerable residents, filling gaps left by AMBER and Silver Alerts.