Kingston Cravinz, a 7,000‑sq‑ft Jamaican restaurant and event space from Liquid Gardens owner Kim Harris, is planned for Slidell with jerk, oxtails and live acts. Opening is tentatively set for early summer.

Jefferson Parish prosecutors charged a former East Jefferson teacher after investigators say he had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.

A 20-year-old Terrytown man was booked on 28 counts after investigators say he used Roblox and TikTok to target children and officers found CSAM on his devices.

A Marrero man was arrested after human remains were found behind a vacant home on Gaudet Drive. Neighbors say the property had long been a problem.

Severe storms rolled through the North Shore early Sunday, triggering warnings for St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes.

Origami Sushi is relocating from Freret Street to Maple Street, taking over a longtime Maple Street storefront formerly associated with PJ’s Coffee. The restaurant has not announced an opening date.

Four men were arrested this week in Covington in the 1982 rape and murder of 16‑year‑old Roxanne Sharp after DNA re‑testing and tips from a podcast renewed the probe. Investigators say the arrests came after a multi‑year cold‑case review.

NOPD released surveillance stills after a mid‑April car theft on Canal Street; detectives say the vehicle was recovered and want tips at 504‑658‑6080 or Crimestoppers.

At least 10 people were wounded in a targeted shooting at the Mall of Louisiana food court in Baton Rouge; officials say some victims were bystanders and investigators are seeking video. Multiple agencies, including federal teams, joined the response.

Harahan breakfast favorite Sunny Side Up is planning a New Orleans East outpost on Bullard Avenue; permit filings and a recent inspection show the project is active. No opening date yet.

An online auction will offer 247± acres in LaPlace May 14–20, including a 234‑acre I‑10‑frontage tract and small lots with low starting bids.

Senators approved SB389 to require agent registration, training and background checks for NIL deals involving high‑school and college athletes, then sent the bill to the House.

Teachers across Jefferson Parish say rising student misbehavior has led to injuries and renewed debate over discipline and supports.