Federal prosecutors say a New Orleans defense lawyer took about $250,000 from a client’s family; local filings, a repayment and an FBI inquiry preceded a federal indictment.

A Senate committee advanced a bill to create a limited recreational alligator season with 10,000 lottery tags after LDWF says the statewide population topped 3 million. The measure now heads to the full Senate.

After years of construction and permitting delays, Lilly’s Café has cleared approvals to open a second Magazine Street location, expanding the Vietnamese spot’s footprint and menu.

Gonzo's Smokehouse held a ribbon-cutting and will open to the public this Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in Luling's River Road strip.

Tornado Watch 44 covers 19 parishes in central, western and northern Louisiana through 6 p.m. Wednesday. Forecasters warn of possible tornadoes, 70 mph gusts and isolated hail.

Photographer Samuel “Saint” Easterling disappeared from the Bywater on Aug. 29, 2024. Months of searches and tips have left his family and detectives without clear answers.

City officials say Lincoln Beach’s design work is now about 60% complete and the project has been split into three construction packages. Construction bidding is expected later this year and another public meeting is planned in June.

A 25-year-old trucker died on I-49 near milepost 140 after a parked 18-wheeler was struck; the crash highlights shoulder‑stop risks and federal warning‑device rules.

The New Orleans Career Center says enrollment has jumped to roughly 800 as it expands building‑trades and health programs at the renovated Tremé campus. Employers from hospitals to hotels are hiring graduates.

A two‑alarm fire early Friday destroyed a vacant Lakeview home at 301 30th St and damaged the house next door; no injuries were reported. Photos from NOFD show crews on scene.

Tim Jackson, accused leader of the Byrd Gang, was sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty to racketeering, drug and firearms charges tied to multiple New Orleans murders and shootings.

Kenner police say 35-year-old Michael Lathers was arrested in Houston and extradited to face an attempted second‑degree murder charge tied to a Dec. 17 stabbing on Morey Street.

City officials and the site's owner say Lindy Boggs Medical Center's demolition could begin soon, with bond money set aside for stormwater work and a roughly $100M redevelopment plan. Residents remain split as planners and developers sort permits and partnerships.