Former LSU football player Kyren Lacy turned himself in and was released on bail following a fatal hit-and-run in December. He faces charges including negligent homicide.

The New Orleans Police Department honored Mary Roberts for her 50+ years of service as she retired from her role as a Fleet Services Support Specialist.

The National Weather Service predicts a 40% chance of showers in New Orleans today with high temperatures around 58 degrees, and 100% chance of heavier rain overnight.

The FBI targets violent crime nationwide, with recent indictments in Illinois and Montana, a kidnapping-death charge in Louisiana, a manhunt in Colorado, and child abuse charges against a Florida doctor.

Roadwork on Vulcan Street near Woodland West Recreational Park in Jefferson Parish will cause lane closures starting January 13, with expected completion by January 20, weather permitting. Delays anticipated.

The New Orleans EOC was activated for New Year's Eve, shifted to monitoring, and then was fully reactivated due to an incident, operating as a vigilant Crisis Action Team afterward.

New Orleans' weather forecasts predict showers and changing winds, with temperatures ranging from the 30s to low 60s, and wind gusts that may reach up to 35 mph.

Jefferson Parish officials issue a cold weather advisory as a cold snap hits, with temperatures dropping to the low 30s and wind chills between 15 to 25 degrees. Residents are advised to protect people, pets, pipes, and plants.

Bogalusa's Mayor Tyrin Truong was arrested for drug trafficking and corruption charges, including distributing illegal drugs and using profits to provide firearms to ineligible individuals.

New Orleans began its 2025 Carnival season with community resilience, as large crowds participated in festivities after a recent terror attack. Despite schedule changes due to President Biden's visit, the city honored victims and upheld traditions.

Road closures on Ormond Center Court near Destrehan for construction, with provided detours, won't affect state-level traffic, per St. Charles Parish updates.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park announces events for the 210th anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans in January 2025, including a wreath-laying ceremony, weapons demonstrations, and a Memorial Illumination event.

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans expressed condolences for the Bourbon Street attack and highlighted law enforcement's efforts and the DOJ's role in the ongoing investigation.