A 25-year-old electric scooter rider died after a collision in Plaquemines Parish. He lacked a helmet, lights, and wore dark clothing when hit by a Ford F-250.

The NWS predicts warm, mostly sunny weather for New Orleans, with highs in the upper 80s, persistent southern breezes, and a chance of showers midweek.

Inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Justice Center; residents are on high alert for potential carjackings. Authorities urge anyone seeing escapees to contact 911 or 985-783-6807. Details of the escape remain unclear.

Indian national Ashish Kapoor faces federal charges for transporting and possessing child pornography, with a potential 5-20 years in prison if convicted.

LA 82 in Cameron Parish has reopened after construction, per the Louisiana DOTD. Drivers are advised to be cautious around potential residual work crews.

The historic Nottoway Plantation in Louisiana was destroyed by a fire, resulting in a complete loss of the structure and a significant impact on the area's history and tourism.

Upcoming lane closures on US 90 between St. Martin Parish and LA 182 in Calumet for road cleaning from May 19-21 between 6 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.

NOPD seeks public help to find Demond Smith, a person of interest with possible information on a 2015 homicide involving Taj Smith, emphasizing he is not a suspect.

Plaquemines Parish promotes mental health awareness, offering tailored services for all ages from the local Community CARE Centers Foundation, focusing on prevention, therapy, and advocacy.

I-10 lane closures between Lafayette and St. Martin Parish are planned for street sweeping, with operations occurring overnight from May 21 to May 22. Delays expected.

The second Lincoln Beach: Industry Day is planned for May 15 to discuss the site's restoration, offering contract information and a networking event for DBEs.

The National Weather Service forecasts several sunny days with high near 86-89 degrees and mild evenings around 73-75 degrees in New Orleans, with a steady south wind.

An 8-year-old girl was critically injured by a stray bullet during a shootout in Algiers, NOPD investigates. Her uncle and a local activist express their distress and urge community action.