Landry signed an order to protect ratepayers while controversy swirls around Entergy’s proposed plant purchase tied to Meta’s data center. The move aims to lock in conditions before big projects win incentives.

A LaPlace man was arrested after deputies say he fired from an apartment balcony early Tuesday, missing his wife and damaging a neighboring unit. Multiple felony charges were filed.

Chalmette will celebrate hometown NBA champion Mitchell Robinson Thursday evening; expect lane closures and detours along Judge Perez Drive.

Troopers say a high‑speed I‑10 chase ended June 22 when a stolen Ram TRX became disabled on LA 383 and a wanted fugitive was arrested. No injuries were reported.

Two Sisters has reopened on Basin Street in Tremé, serving old-school smothered turkey wings, oxtails and a shrimp-and-sausage smothered okra. The relaunch is family-run and locally backed.

After heavy rain from Tropical Storm Arthur left parts of Kenner under water, neighbors are pressing officials for faster pump upgrades and a clear funding plan.

A large alligator was photographed cruising Faciane Canal near Carr Drive in Slidell; a coastal scientist estimated it at about 7–8 feet.

Louisiana regulators approved Magnolia Water's rate-plan extension but attached a broad operational audit after residents reported steep bill hikes and poor service.

Jefferson Parish and LSED are pursuing a $28.5M renovation of the Shrine on Airline — officials say the overhaul could bring a pro soccer team to Metairie.

Kaitlin Tymrak becomes the first woman to run S&WB operations in New Orleans as the utility confronts water‑main breaks and pump challenges. She moves up from deputy to lead operations.

A Heat Advisory runs noon–6 p.m. Saturday as showers and thunderstorms become likely; heat indices could top 105–108°F with pockets of heavy rain and localized flooding.

Heat Advisory Friday in New Orleans with highs near 93°F and heat‑index values into the low 110s. Slight afternoon storm risk and cooling centers listed.

Satchmo SummerFest returns Aug. 1–2 with free music, lectures and a Satchmo Salute second-line; the Jazz Mass will be held again at St. Augustine Church's sanctuary.