New Orleans broadcaster Eric Paulsen passed away at 74 after battling cancer. He was a beloved figure at WWL-TV for over 40 years, known for his warmth and exceptional reporting.

Tangipahoa Parish in Louisiana is under a burn ban due to dry conditions, with exemptions for certain cooking methods. Residents are urged to be cautious and the ban is in effect until further notice.

A man in Amite, Louisiana, admitted to fatally shooting his pregnant girlfriend, a crime that led to his arrest on charges including second-degree murder and feticide.

Four individuals indicted on federal drug charges for fentanyl distribution in California and Louisiana, with varying penalties per count if convicted.

New Orleans City Hall will close early at 1 p.m. due to Taylor Swift's concert, but the Registrar of Voters Office will stay open for early voting until 6 p.m. Normal hours resume Monday.

A New Orleans man was sentenced to six years in prison for drug and firearm offenses after being apprehended with an illegal firearm and drugs in May 2023.

The National Weather Service projects a stretch of calm weather in New Orleans, with sunny days, clear nights, and temperatures in the low 80s for the upcoming week.

The National Weather Service predicts sunny days with highs in the 80s for New Orleans, with potential for patchy fog Friday night and a slight chance of showers by next Wednesday.

Jerel Clavo from New Orleans has been sentenced to over five years for firearm possession and intent to distribute marijuana, following a guilty plea for a 2021 incident involving gunfire.

Three teens were arrested after a shootout in Chalmette, with authorities seeking 26-year-old Jesse Mondy. The incident involved gunshots from a vehicle, endangering a child.

NOPD released crime stats indicating a decrease in gun seizures and arrests; a suspect was arrested for a recent homicide.

Resurfacing work at Severn and West Metairie Avenues will cause lane closures from Oct. 16 to Oct. 25 with work occurring between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Officials advise using alternate routes and preparing for delays.

Jefferson Parish Council voted to proceed with a $10.3 million brewpub and to investigate Inspector General Kim Chatelain for potential ethical violations.