Lucien Bazley was found guilty of manslaughter in the shooting of Wayne Martin in Marrero, despite claiming self-defense. No gun was found on Martin, and security footage contradicted Bazley's claim.

New Orleans firefighters battled an early morning two-alarm fire that damaged an Airbnb and a daycare center. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.

St. Charles Parish alerts drivers to road closures on CC Road, Jonathan Street, and Ormond Center Court due to maintenance and construction, providing detour information for disrupted commutes.

St. Charles Parish Council meeting on November 3, 2025, to discuss ordinances and contracts that could affect local zoning and infrastructure. Public input opportunities are available.

Danny Dunham, 75, from Madisonville, has been found safe after being reported missing, with the Silver Alert issued by Louisiana State Police proving effective.

The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office is participating in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, encouraging residents to safely dispose of medications at a local Walgreens.

Cadets at the Regional P.O.S.T. Academy Class 2025-42 are in their ninth week, learning life-saving techniques and EVOC. The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office updates via Facebook and invites new recruits.

Kenner hosts the Ole Man River Half Marathon with a range of races for all fitness levels, focusing on health, community, and support for local businesses and charities.

Emergency repairs on I-10 Eastbound in East Baton Rouge Parish lead to night-time lane and ramp closures, with DOTD urging caution and advising the use of the 511 Traveler Information System for real-time updates.

Destrehan celebrates the reopening of the upgraded East Bank Bridge Park with new sports facilities on October 30, thanks to a partnership with Valero.

The National Weather Service forecasts a generally sunny weekend in New Orleans with temperatures in the mid-80s, though there is a chance of showers Saturday night and Sunday morning.

Old Gentilly Road in New Orleans faces two weeks of intermittent lane closures starting Oct. 16 for concrete panel replacements by Hard Rock Construction Co. The project affects the 4300–4600 blocks and includes the I-10 on-ramp.

NOPD seeks the public's help in locating three persons of interest related to a homicide on Bienville Street, believing that they may have important information.