US 171 Southbound right lane at Milepost 47.25 in Deridder is closed for maintenance until 6 p.m., July 22, 2025, between Park Road and Summerset Drive.

Belle Chasse residents are invited to join a local co-ed kickball league at The Quad, with registration details available from the Plaquemines Parish Government.

Clearview Parkway in Jefferson Parish is scheduled for night roadworks July 21-25, affecting traffic with lane closures. The Louisiana DOTD project will improve sidewalks, drainage, and road surface.

Two individuals, Tyron Enclarde and Marquel Canty, were arrested by St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office on narcotics charges, and a firearm was seized during the operation.

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for New Orleans with expected heat index values up to 110°F, warning of potential health risks due to high temperatures and humidity.

A New Orleans man pled guilty to carjacking and a federal firearm charge related to a March 2023 hijacked bus incident. He faces up to 15 years and fines per charge.

A Ponchatoula man pleaded guilty to federal drug conspiracy charges and could face 5 to 40 years in prison plus fines, with law enforcement collaboration praised in the case.

LDWF begins a controlled drawdown in Russell Sage WMA to combat invasive giant cutgrass and improve habitat for wintering waterfowl, urging boaters to be cautious.

Intermittent lane closures on I-220 westbound over the Red River start July 21, 2025, for utility inspections, affecting travel from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until July 25. No detours provided; drivers should exercise caution and patience during this time.

The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a Flood Watch for parts of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi due to potential excessive rainfall.

A boating accident on the East Upper Grand River resulted in the death of Jennifer Harrison when the vessel she was on hit a log. The operator was injured and the incident is under investigation.

LA DOTD scheduled roadwork on LA 3152 (Clearview Parkway) includes nightly lane closures for construction, with an aim to improve infrastructure and safety.

The National Weather Service forecasts intermittent showers and thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures in the 90s for New Orleans over the next several days.