St. Charles Parish Council plans to discuss zoning for solar farms during a meeting on January 12, 2026, with public attendance encouraged for community input.

NOPD investigates an early morning homicide on Chef Menteur Highway, urging public assistance while the perpetrator and victim's details remain unreleased.

David I. Courcelle is sworn in as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana, following a nomination by President Trump and Senate confirmation.

New Orleans enforces heightened security for New Year's Eve, increasing trooper presence, establishing an Enhanced Security Zone in the French Quarter, and imposing drone restrictions to ensure public safety.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission will meet on Jan. 6 to discuss various wildlife matters, including hunting season rules and fishery techniques.

NOPD seeks public aid in finding missing 23-year-old Damien Godchaux Jr., last seen near General Meyer Avenue and Ernest Street. Call 504-658-6040 with info.

The Krewe of Kuties parade in Gretna, Louisiana, showcases children's Mardi Gras spirit with no registration required, encouraging kids to decorate bikes and wagons for the 9th annual event.

A driver was arrested by federal agents for immigration violations after a traffic accident in Slidell, which involved a federal vehicle from "Operation Catahoula Crunch."

New Orleans faces dense fog with visibility down to a quarter mile, prompting a Dense Fog Advisory until 10 AM CST Sunday. Drivers are urged to be cautious.

Gretna Police announced Operation Save A Life, providing free smoke alarm installations until May 1, 2026, aiming to improve fire safety awareness and prevent fire-related injuries and deaths.

Plaquemines Parish announces a disruption in garbage collection and government services due to the New Year holiday, with bins provided for waste disposal.

Jefferson Parish announced schedule changes for services like garbage collection, transit, and public facilities during the Christmas period from December 24-26. Regular operations will resume afterward.

A two-vehicle crash on Interstate 12 in Louisiana resulted in the death of an unrestrained passenger and injuries to two drivers who were not wearing seatbelts.