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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A woman was struck and killed Sunday while crossing South Claiborne and Lafitte avenues in New Orleans, police say. NOPD’s Traffic Fatality Unit is investigating.
A 42-year-old man was shot on Bourbon Street and didn't notice until hours later, police say. Authorities upgraded the call to aggravated assault by shooting as they investigate.
Community & Society in ...
Retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré joined Roseland residents demanding testing and cleanup after the Smitty’s Supply explosion as fresh lab reports show PFAS contamination.
A Marrero husband and his wife were arrested after a short West Bank drive-by spree grazed a man and struck homes in Marrero and Harvey.
Analysts say Louisianans need about $862,756 to retire comfortably, yet median savings are only about $50,000 and 52% of private‑sector workers lack employer plans.
A 56-year-old Abita Springs woman survived a more-than-hour attack by her roommate’s dog but lost an arm and faces a long recovery. Coworkers and neighbors have organized fundraisers.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Red Oak Capital provided an $8.4M bridge loan to convert the former WeStay Suites at 140 Holiday Blvd into an 87‑unit apartment community in Covington.
Weather & Environment in ...
A federal judge vacated a permit for the East Grand Lake project in the Atchafalaya Basin, pausing work while regulators redo the environmental review.
Politics & Govt in ...
A new state bill would keep revenue‑sharing payouts to college athletes confidential as reporters sue LSU to force disclosure. The clash pits privacy claims against public‑funds transparency.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
St. Charles Parish Hospital cut the ribbon on a new intensive outpatient program in Luling, expanding local mental-health and addiction services. Officials cite hundreds of jobs and millions in recent investments.
Out-of-market firms from Houston and Dallas are racing for scarce warehouse space in Ascension Parish as megaprojects and developer pipelines accelerate pre-leasing.
The Louisiana House passed HB613 to add a citizenship symbol on state driver’s licenses, sparking a partisan debate about pride, privacy and possible harassment. Lawmakers now wait on the Senate.
A 74-year-old South Carolina pastor was booked in Livingston Parish on two counts of molestation of a juvenile; bond set at $100,000. He has led a Six Mile congregation.
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