Jefferson Parish dedicates a street to WWII veteran Lincoln Brennan, Sr., renaming Mandarin Street to "Lincoln Brennan Way" ahead of his 100th birthday.

Mosquitoes with the West Nile virus found in Louisiana have prompted local efforts, including spraying by VDCI, to reduce populations and potential health risks.

The West Bank Spray Park in St. Charles Parish will close on July 13 for a day due to maintenance by an Entergy contractor. Residents can visit Ormond Spray Park instead.

New Orleans City Council passed the Building Energy Benchmarking ordinance requiring large buildings to track and report energy usage, aimed at reducing emissions and enhancing efficiency.

New Orleans sees a rise in West Nile virus in mosquitoes, prompting preventive spraying missions and urging residents to take protective measures against bites.

Honduran national Jorge Luis Villanueva pleads guilty to illegal re-entry into the U.S. after deportation in 2013; faces up to two years in prison and fines.

NWS New Orleans forecasts sun and rain this week, with highs approaching 90–94°F and a mix of mostly sunny conditions and intermittent showers and thunderstorms.

Senior Agent Dustin Barton was honored with the Theophile Bourgeois Memorial Award by the LCBA for his dedication to protecting Louisiana's waterways.

NOPD seeks help in locating a burglary and vehicle theft suspect linked to an incident on Desire Street. They have released surveillance images and request public assistance.

Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission advanced revisions to state policies on nuisance wildlife, aiming to update rules and clarify management of species like raccoons and feral hogs. Public comments will be sought on the changes.

A lane on David Drive in Jefferson Parish will close for utility pole repairs on July 22, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expect detours and potential delays.

Mexican national Marco Gomez-Arguello pleads guilty to illegal re-entry into the US after a previous deportation, facing potential imprisonment and fines.

A 6-year-old in Slidell was airlifted with life-threatening injuries after being attacked by the family's pit bull; the dog is now with Slidell Animal Control.