The St. Bernard Sheriff's Office participated in a Rotary Club Spelling Bee, with proceeds going to charity in honor of the late Dr. Les Scharfenstein.

Lyndell Mims was sentenced to 84 months for firearm and drug offenses in New Orleans after a traffic stop led to the discovery of weapons and narcotics.

A Nicaraguan man was sentenced to probation for making a false statement on a U.S. passport application, using the identity of a Puerto Rican individual.

New Orleans prepares to host the Super Bowl for the eleventh time on February 9, 2025, reflecting on the game's history and the city's role as a host.

NOPD is probing two potentially linked New Orleans East shootings that wounded two men; the incidents occurred near Tet Fest and are under investigation.

The National Weather Service predicts fair weather for New Orleans with a gradual warm-up, clear skies, and a slight chance of showers later in the week.

Causeway Boulevard will have lane closures this week for removal of construction equipment, affecting northbound and southbound traffic at different hours, as announced by Jefferson Parish.

A New Orleans man, Derrick Washington, was sentenced to 63 months in prison for his part in a cocaine distribution network, after a large law enforcement operation.

A Covington man pleaded guilty to illegal possession of firearms, silencers, and machineguns. He faces a maximum of 35 years in prison for his crimes.

LA 70 in Ascension & St. James Parishes to see traffic changes with a shift onto new roadways starting Feb 2, as part of construction. Oversized loads should find alternate routes.

Louisiana's Governor John Bel Edwards has renewed a state of emergency during New Orleans' Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, enabling broad powers to ensure public safety amidst celebrations.

New Orleans enhances security for Super Bowl LIX with checkpoints and restrictions in the French Quarter after a terrorist attack, prioritizing safety amid celebrations.

The Office of Violence Prevention implements a multi-pronged approach involving partnerships to address and prevent violence, offering intervention programs and support for victims.