Councilmember Lesli Harris commented on the Minneapolis ICE shooting and its implications for New Orleans, expressing the city's unity and demand for respectful, transparent immigration enforcement.

A Flood Watch has been issued through Saturday morning in southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi, predicting 2 to 4 inches of rain, with possible flash flooding.

Covington Police arrested three men for soliciting minors online, thanks to a sting operation with various law enforcement agencies. They face charges including computer-aided solicitation and attempted pornography production.

Wright Avenue in Jefferson Parish will close from Terry to Hector Ave starting Jan 12 for infrastructure upgrades until May 22, 2026. Detours are advised.

The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office promotes its domestic violence support services, offering outreach, advocacy, emergency shelter, and legal assistance, highlighting the importance of seeking help.

Raishad Batiste was arrested in Metairie, LA, for evading a stop and injuring a deputy in December, as announced by the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office.

New Orleans faces varied weather with initial partly cloudy skies and a chilly 40°F, transitioning to sun, then showers and thunderstorms, and gusty winds. A drier spell with sunny days is expected after.

President Trump claimed crime in New Orleans was "almost nothing" after the National Guard's arrival, despite reports of 10 shootings in 3 days. NOPD data shows a decrease in violent crimes, attributed to targeted strategies and police presence.

Olde Towne Slidell celebrates Mardi Gras with a King Cake Crawl on Twelfth Night, inviting participants to enjoy free king cake samples at local businesses.

Georgia man, Robert Itter, is charged with sex offenses involving a minor, after allegedly soliciting sexual material from a Louisiana teenager on Snapchat.

Gretna, Louisiana, begins railroad repairs on 4th Street, with minimal traffic impact expected; city distributes door hangers with details to residents.

A deputy shot a wanted suspect who hit the deputy and his vehicle while fleeing in Elmwood; both the deputy and suspect sustained injuries and an investigation is ongoing.

St. John the Baptist Parish spotlights Matherne's Market, a family-owned grocery store known for fresh produce, meats, and personal service, illustrating community support for local businesses.