Jefferson Parish is conducting a damage assessment exercise using iPads and Crisis Track software across multiple locations to improve disaster response and FEMA fund access.

Bookkeeper Mary B. Katicich was sentenced for wire fraud and tax offenses, having stolen over $120k and evading taxes in 2016. She faces a year in prison, supervised release, and must repay the stolen funds.

Exchange Place in New Orleans is temporarily closed for road resurfacing on March 25 from Canal to Iberville Streets, part of a larger city infrastructure project.

The Louisiana DOTD announced a right lane closure on LA 523 near the railroad crossing north of Ashley Ridge Blvd on March 24, 2025, from 9am to 3pm for advance warning signage work.

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for New Orleans, warning of heavy rain and advising residents to prepare for weather changes.

LA 1077 in St. Tammany Parish will be fully closed both northbound and southbound for roadwork on March 25-26, 2025, from 6 AM to 6 PM daily. No detours provided.

The NOFD tackled a house fire on St. Claude Ave, rescuing several pets but with one dog dead and cats missing. Causes are investigated; no human casualties reported.

New Orleans is preparing for the UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball to support HBCU students, featuring a program and live entertainment by En Vogue, as reported by City News.

The Plaquemine/Sunshine Ferry schedule will change, with one ferry relocated to Cameron Parish, LA, for relief while their local ferry undergoes repairs, affecting service hours and potentially increasing wait times.

An Abbeville man was charged with illegally shooting a Louisiana black bear, carrying fines and potential jail time, plus $10,000 restitution for the animal's value.

Exchange Place in New Orleans will close for resurfacing from Canal Street to Iberville Street, starting Friday, March 21, and Monday, March 24, causing commuter delays.

The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office collaborates with VA Police to ensure a drug-free Grad Night for seniors by having K-9s sniff luggage before a trip to Disney.

A Houma man was cited for illegal oyster harvesting in Terrebonne Parish, facing fines and jail time. Additional charges included logbook and sanitation violations. Two sacks of oysters were seized and returned to the water by LDWF agents.