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Roadwork on US 90 in Orleans Parish, from March 17-21, will cause alternating lane closures and traffic delays due to improvements on traffic signals.
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A wind advisory has been issued in New Orleans with south winds at 20-30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph, with a 70% chance of rain and possible severe storms.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
NOPD arrested Broderick Butler for attempted second-degree murder and other charges after a shootout in the Sixth District, with evidence recovered during a joint operation with BRPD.
LA 74 in Ascension Parish will have alternating lane closures for utility work until March 26, impacting traffic daily.
LA 431 near LA 42 in Ascension Parish will have a new traffic pattern due to bridge replacement projects starting March 18, 2025. Drivers should expect detours and potential delays.
New Orleans' Eastbound I-10 left lane will close 8am-3pm for lighting repairs between Wright Road and Lake Carmel.
Jerad M. Barrett, 41, from New Orleans, pleads guilty to drug offenses and receives a 135-month prison sentence, with a family-run operation involving almost a ton of marijuana.
Construction on the Belle Chasse Bridge and Tunnel Replacement Project will cause lane closures on LA 23 during the week, affecting both daytime and nighttime traffic.
Police investigate an undisclosed issue on South Destrehan Drive; residents reassured there's no public threat.
A fatal multi-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 6 resulted in the death of Doris L. Nichols and injured others. Louisiana State Police Troop E is investigating, including a toxicology analysis.
The National Weather Service in New Orleans forecasts sunny days with chances of rain and consistent temperatures in the low to mid-70s, including potential thunderstorms by Friday night.
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LDWF announces the launch of an online portal for ordering oyster larvae, prioritizing in-state applicants to support local businesses and ecosystems.
Fog blankets New Orleans, reducing visibility for drivers and mariners, with a National Weather Service alert in effect. The weather forecast also predicts showers and variable temperatures throughout the week.
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