New Orleans weather forecast includes mostly cloudy skies with gentle winds and highs in the low to mid-60s, turning to showers and possible thunder on Thursday, followed by a clearer weekend.

NOPD investigates early morning shooting in Venetian Isles, where a woman was hospitalized with a gunshot wound; no suspects or condition updates yet.

An impaired Amite man was arrested after a fatal crash that killed Wilbert Banks. Broderick C. McKnight crossed the centerline, causing a head-on collision.

Gretna issues a boil water advisory for the 70053 ZIP code, excluding Timberlane Subdivision, due to water main breaks. Residents are urged to boil water and report any issues.

Chef Menteur Highway from LA 433 to US 11 is reopened. DOTD urges caution due to potential ice and is monitoring weather for safety interventions. Travel updates available at www.511la.org and DOTD's social media.

The Louisiana DOTD has closed the Bayou Dularge Bridge due to icy conditions, urging motorists to use caution and offering resources for travel updates.

Donte Edwards of New Orleans was sentenced to 27 months for narcotics and firearms offenses. He pled guilty to drug trafficking and owning a gun as a felon.

NOPD released preliminary crime stats showing a mixed result in fighting violence, with a suspect arrested for a fatal robbery and decreases in gun arrests and seizures year-on-year.

The National Weather Service issued urgent warnings for severe winter weather in southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi, cautioning about cold, wind chills, frostbite risks, and advising safety measures.

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect in Jefferson Parish, leading to closures of government facilities and the setup of warming centers, with officials urging precautions for residents.

A fire broke out on the track of a defunct roller coaster at the former Six Flags in New Orleans, where access for firefighters is challenging. The NOFD is monitoring the situation and sees no current safety risk.

New Orleans City Council is seeking applicants for Registrar of Voters, with a January 28, 2025, deadline for submissions, including a cover letter and resume.

Jefferson Parish hosts the 38th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration with a parade and a banquet, inviting the community to honor his legacy.