A Seibert Road crash in Amite left a 21-year-old passenger in critical condition and resulted in multiple arrests, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office says.

A person was shot in downtown Hammond; police say injuries are non‑life‑threatening and the victim is expected to recover. Detectives are asking witnesses to contact Hammond Police or Crime Stoppers.

A Flood Advisory soaked parts of Orleans Parish Thursday, producing pockets of street flooding in low-lying neighborhoods. Officials urged caution and pointed residents to NOLA Ready and the National Weather Service for updates.

All 12 New Orleans criminal court judges recused from AG Liz Murrill's case, complicating a 16‑count indictment while the Louisiana Supreme Court pauses proceedings. The move clears the way for outside assignment and defensive filings.

NOPD is investigating after a man was found shot and killed early Wednesday in the 4700 block of Laine Avenue in the Plum Orchard neighborhood.

A Chalmette pastor received a seven‑year prison term after a jury convicted him of indecent behavior with a juvenile. The survivor told the court the abuse left lasting trauma.

A New Orleans woman was arrested after police say she fired multiple shots on I-110 in Baton Rouge and grazed a motorist; she faces attempted murder and weapons charges.

Clear morning; highs near 92°F and heat index up to 105°F. Afternoon storms possible and a few storms could bring gusty winds and heavy downpours.

Highs near 91°F and heat-index values up to 105°F; scattered afternoon storms possible.

The LPSC has ordered staff to draft a rule requiring intervenors to disclose out‑of‑state and foreign funding. Advocates say the measure could reduce public participation in utility cases.

Hot, muggy July 4 in New Orleans: highs near 93°F with a slight chance of afternoon storms and rising heat index later this week.

A woman was pulled from a second‑story window as a two‑alarm fire hit a four‑unit building on Texas Drive; no injuries were reported.

Clear, muggy morning with highs near 92°F; a slight chance of afternoon storms could nudge July 4 plans. Be ready for short delays and bring water.