A Halloween costume prompted a scare at St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office when a photo suggested an inmate escape, later confirmed as a prank involving a costumed patron.

K9 Spartan, a Belgian Malinois, joins the Onslow County Sheriff's Office after completing a six-week training program in narcotics and patrol functions.

LSU Football replaced head coach Brian Kelly with interim coach Frank Wilson after a significant loss. Athletic director Scott Woodward confirmed the change which involves a substantial buyout for Kelly.

Covington experienced a power outage affecting traffic lights and causing delays, with police directing traffic and Cleco restoring power shortly after.

Traffic is moving again on West Judge Perez Drive in Arabi after a temporary closure following a traffic accident. The stretch between Perrin Drive and Schnell Drive was closed as emergency crews and deputies responded. The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the reopening and reminded drivers to remain cautious. No information has been released about the cause of the accident or those involved.

Jefferson Parish announces mosquito spraying by air on October 27 in selected areas, weather permitting, using EPA-approved methods, with detailed planning for efficiency and safety.

New Orleans Councilmember Lesli Harris advocates for strategic financial planning and a robust rainy day fund, in response to the city's fiscal crisis highlighted by emergency budget issues.

The DOTD in St. Landry Parish is starting a $1.3 million lighting project on I-49 at the La. 31 interchange, with work during weekdays starting October 30, 2025, and expected to finish in fall 2026.

The AMBER Alert for abducted 5-month-old Braylon Parker in New Orleans has been canceled, following a police search after his father, Braydon Nix, took him.

A Denham Springs man, 79-year-old Billy Deloach, was killed in a collision on LA 16 after his Ford Ranger was hit by a Lexus. Seatbelt use and impairment are being investigated.

New Orleans expects a sunny day with a high of 79 degrees and light east winds, while the weekend may see varying conditions, including possible showers and thunderstorms.

St. Charles Parish started construction on two pump stations for improved flood protection, with over $32 million invested, including a $10 million contribution from the CPRA.

Louisiana State Police reported two fatal crashes, one involving Rashida H. Taylor on I-55 and another where Edashia Caraway was struck on I-10. Investigations and toxicology tests are underway.