LADOTD has begun a $1.5 million bridge preservation project on Centerville and Jennings Bridges in St. Mary Parish, set to complete by summer 2026. Expect weekday work and possible closures.

Louisiana State Police investigate a Bossier City officer-involved shooting; no officers were injured and one person was hospitalized. Witnesses are encouraged to come forward.

The weather in New Orleans improves from drizzly to sunny despite early storms and high humidity. Expect warm days, patchy evening fog, a cool breeze on Sunday, and a sunny but cooler Monday. Temperatures will rise again midweek with clear skies.

The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office seeks public help to identify a woman suspected of shoplifting at Hibbett Sports in Luling on October 28, 2025.

Pipe and Steel Industrial Fabricators Inc. is expanding its Louisiana facility with a $5.1 million investment, creating 20 new jobs and potentially 36 indirect ones in Livingston Parish.

An elderly man, Phillip Harris, was fatally hit by a vehicle while crossing Jefferson Highway in Jefferson Parish. The incident is under investigation, with no driver impairment confirmed yet.

Ten St. Bernard Parish deputies completed a 92-hour P.O.S.T. Corrections academy, with two scoring 100% on the final exam, as announced by Sheriff Pohlmann.

A Good Samaritan aided Slidell Police in arresting two shoplifters; the incident occurred at a Dillard's, with the suspects facing theft and other charges.

Jefferson Parish announces a tree planting event at Hope Haven on November 8, 2025, urging community volunteers to beautify and environmentally enhance the area.

NOPD seeks public help to find Charles Ray Brown, a person of interest with potential information on a September 5 homicide.

Two men in St. Landry Parish face charges for wildlife violations, including taking a spotted fawn and trying to conceal the evidence. They risk fines and jail time for their actions.

NOPD seeks public help to find two accused of auto burglary and financial fraud, using stolen cards from a vehicle on Aubry Street. Images released; anonymous tips welcome.

NOPD seeks public help in finding suspects linked to a car theft and vehicle burglary; the stolen Kia Sportage was recovered. They urge witnesses to contact authorities.