St. Charles Parish encourages residents to recycle Christmas trees to protect marshlands. Trees must be natural and free of decorations for pickup on January 5-7.

A multi-vehicle crash involving a boat on Highway 11 bridge disrupted traffic; the bridge was closed but reopened by 9 a.m. Details on injuries were not available.

Louisiana man Jrevon Anderson is a suspect in an arson case involving a house fire in Franklin, facing charges of attempted murder and aggravated arson. Authorities seek public assistance.

The National Weather Service predicts a dynamic weather mix for New Orleans, including overcast skies, the possibility of showers and thunderstorms, and changing winds.

The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office offers a free ride home program for residents during the holiday season to ensure public safety against drinking and driving.

St. Tammany Fire warns about safe disposal of fireworks after a fire in Slidell was caused by remnants in a trashcan. They advise soaking used fireworks in water before disposal.

The New Orleans Fire Department extinguished a fire at a two-story home on State Street Drive with no injuries reported, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.

NOPD investigates a hit-and-run fatality on December 29, 2025, near General Meyer and W Homestead Drive, requesting public assistance for information.

New Orleans weather is clear and chilly with a high around 50°F, dropping to 37°F at night, with strong north winds. Sunny days ahead with highs reaching the 60s.

St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office investigates vehicle burglaries in Paradis, where several firearms were stolen, and calls for community help with surveillance footage.

Slidell, LA issues advisories for severe cold, winds, and fire risk, urging residents to take safety precautions and offering shelter for those in need.

Destrehan faces road closures and detours due to construction and utility work, impacting Jonathan Street, Ormond Center Court, and LA 3127. Alternate routes are provided.

New Orleans is experiencing widespread dense fog with visibility down to a quarter-mile, high humidity, and warnings for motorists to drive carefully.