A car crash near LSU's Tiger Stadium claimed the lives of student athlete Dillon Joyce Reidenauer and motorcyclist Bodhi Linton. Tributes pour in as the community mourns.

The US 190 Railroad Overpass westbound outside lane in Opelousas will be closed for repairs on March 10 from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with access for emergency vehicles but possible delays.

The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office humorously warned residents of Mardi Gras chaos, advising them to merge properly and maintain their dignity amidst the festive disorder.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office highlighted a partnership of various agencies to enhance security for Mardi Gras 2025, emphasizing collaboration for safe festivities.

The NOPD released crime data for late February to early March, noting a decrease in gun-related arrests and seizures, and the arrest of a suspect, Anthony Berry, for auto burglaries and firearm theft.

JeffCAP will be assisting eligible Jefferson Parish residents with energy costs through LiHEAP at Kenner Senior Center on March 12, requiring various documents for application.

LA 74 in Ascension Parish will be closed from Cabin Lane to Eloise Lane on March 10, 2025, for a bridge inspection, weather permitting. Disruptions expected from 8 AM to 3 PM.

LA 77 Northbound in Iberville Parish will have a partial closure for bridge inspection on March 11 from 8 AM to 3 PM.

Lane closures on the Huey P. Long Bridge in East Baton Rouge for inspections will occur from February 24 to March 24, 2025, during weekdays, affecting both directions and limiting oversize vehicles.

LA 74 in Ascension Parish will have an eastbound lane closure from Cabin Lane to Eloise Lane for Entergy maintenance from Feb 28 to Mar 5, 2025, during 8 AM-3:30 PM daily.

The St. John Parish Sheriff's Office engaged in community activity by reading to children for Read Across America Week, fostering literacy and positive police-community ties.

The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office engaged a homeschool co-op in Des Allemands, teaching kids about safety and law enforcement, including seatbelt use and stranger dangers. The event featured K-9 demonstrations and encouraged community outreach.

St. Charles Parish announces road closures and safety instructions for its upcoming Mardi Gras parades, with the Krewe of Lul on March 1 and the Krewe of Des Allemands on March 2.