One New Orleans man was arrested for second-degree murder and obstruction of justice while another faces accessory charges after a fatal shooting in St. Bernard Parish.

Governor Landry of Louisiana has implemented a comprehensive plan to tackle homelessness in Orleans Parish, involving a new Transitional Center, emergency funding, housing vouchers, relocation assistance, and coordination with state agencies.

The City Planning Commission office will be closed for in-person visits on January 14th, with reasons unspecified, but services remain accessible online and via phone.

New Orleans officials open Business Recovery Centers to support businesses affected by the Bourbon Street attack, offering loans up to $2 million with the help of the SBA.

The National Weather Service forecasts shifting weather in New Orleans with a mix of clear skies, chances of showers, and varying temperatures throughout the week.

The City of Alexandria opened a Warming Station after the hypothermia death of Carl Blackburn, an unhoused man, amid criticisms of the city's response to the cold weather.

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is celebrated to acknowledge the dedication and service of law enforcement personnel like Sheriff Pohlmann and his deputies.

A Honduran national pled guilty to federal charges of illegal firearm possession after being found with a gun during a police sweep in New Orleans. He faces up to 10 years in prison.

Emmanuel Ugabaja of Duluth pleaded guilty to money laundering related to internet scams involving fake romances and inheritances. He could face up to five years in prison with sentencing set for April 8, 2025.

The St. Bernard's community was offered a free internet safety program, Project iGuardian, by the Sheriff’s Office to protect children from online dangers.

New Orleans faces a freeze warning with temperatures possibly dropping to 30°F. Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants from the cold. Showers are expected later in the week, with cloudy skies and chances of rain into the next week.

The LDH confirmed the first U.S. death from H5N1 avian influenza in a person over 65 with underlying conditions, with no other cases reported in Louisiana.

Associated Terminals continued its tradition by donating bicycles to the St. Bernard Sheriff's Office for distribution to local children during the holidays.