The Louisiana Department of Education ordered Noble Minds Institute to return $274,500 after an audit flagged questionable expenses during a Dec. 2024–May 2025 review.

Montz, LA residents will face significant road closures on Hwy 628 from Jan 26 to Mar 13, 2026, due to construction, with detours via Spillway and River Roads.

Jefferson Parish sets up warming centers ahead of a cold snap, with locations at Terrytown Playground and Alario Multi-Purpose Center, accommodating residents and their pets.

Roadwork in New Orleans will cause lane closures on US 90 in both directions, with specified times for eastbound and westbound lanes, contingent on the weather.

NWS issued a Dense Fog Advisory for southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi until 8 AM CST Friday, warning of reduced visibility and advising caution while driving.

Louisiana's recreational fishing season ended with 947,103 pounds of Red Snapper caught, surpassing the quota by 5.8%, thus reducing the 2026 quota to compensate. The state will adjust the next season's days.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon promoted civics education in New Orleans at the History Rocks! Trail to Independence tour ahead of the U.S. Semiquincentennial.

Lane and ramp closures on I-10 in Orleans Parish for guardrail installation are scheduled nightly from Jan 25-29, impacting both directions of traffic.

The National Weather Service in New Orleans forecasts a week of varied weather, including chances of showers, fluctuations in temperature, and cloudy skies.

St. John Parish citizens honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a march, supported by the local sheriff's office for safety.

Multiple fires deemed arson hit New Orleans' Bywater neighborhood; no injuries occurred, but significant property damage was reported, and an investigation is underway.

Mayor Helena Moreno introduces a tiered furlough to address a city budget deficit, sparing employees earning under $40,000 and aims to lift it swiftly by enhancing revenue and efficiency.

St. John the Baptist Parish will hold a Fresh Start Amnesty Day on January 17, 2026, at River Parishes Community College to help people resolve minor legal issues.