The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office reported a traffic accident on East St. Bernard Highway, causing road closures and a coordinated response from emergency services. The road later reopened.

Former UNO student Joseph Russo was arrested for threatening to burn down the campus, leading to evacuations and lockdowns. Charged with terrorizing and disrupting school operations, no injuries occurred.

A Jefferson Parish man admitted to drug trafficking and firearms offenses, with potential penalties including imprisonment and fines. He led officers on a chase, was caught, and faces sentencing in 2026.

A Lagos man, Daniel Chima Inweregbu, received a 33-month prison sentence in the U.S. for participating in a romance scam targeting multiple Americans. He was also ordered to pay $166,400 in restitution and serve three years of supervised release.

Aaron Terod Johnson, 37, was found guilty of sex trafficking a minor and coercing another into prostitution. He now faces a prison sentence ranging from 10 years to life, with sentencing scheduled for March 18, 2025.

NOPD seeks help to identify a tattooed thief who stole cash from a Canal Street business and encourages witnesses to contact detectives or Crimestoppers.

Mannie Fresh and Councilmember Lesli Harris host a Holiday Toy Drive & Community Celebration to support local families, featuring music and a toy donation for a free drink.

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry has confirmed the selection of new voting systems to modernize the state's elections, with a focus on transparency and integrity, including paper ballot trails.

New Orleans distributes 150 Pocketalk translation devices to public services, facilitating communication across 92 languages and promoting inclusivity.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced the closure of the 2025 fall inshore shrimp season in parts of state waters starting December 15 to protect undersized white shrimp.

New Orleans Councilmember Oliver M. Thomas demands transparency on the city's Lead Service Line Replacement Program to ensure safe drinking water and maintain public trust.

A pedestrian, Ricky Verret, was fatally struck by a Jeep on US Highway 167 in Louisiana. Impairment was not a factor, and the investigation is ongoing.

YMC Events Venue in St. John the Baptist Parish is promoting its space for holiday events, offering versatility and sophisticated decor for gatherings.