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NOPD seeks public help to find Eric McCoy, wanted for a July car burglary in New Orleans. He was seen post-crime with stolen items and is still at large.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service forecasts high humidity, showers, and thunderstorms for the upcoming week in New Orleans, with temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s.
NOPD reports a decrease in gun incidents and arrests between August 3-9, 2025, with a 46% drop in gun arrests and a 22% decrease in gun seizures compared to the previous year.
The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman involved in a shoplifting at Hibbett Sports on July 31, sharing surveillance photos and seeking public help.
Politics & Govt in ...
Patrick Beard appointed as Director of Economic Development and Tourism for St. Charles Parish, expected to stimulate investment and diversify economy.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The Bayou Grosse Tete Bridge in Pointe Coupee Parish will be closed on August 14th from 11 AM to 3 PM for a critical inspection, with DOTD asking for public patience.
Eastbound I-10 in Orleans Parish will have a partial right lane closure due to bridge inspection roadwork, potentially affecting travel between 9 AM and 3 PM.
Enforcement agents in Plaquemines Parish cited 12 non-resident anglers for fishing without proper licenses and seized illegally caught fish, which were donated to charity.
I-10 near Twin Span Bridge in Orleans Parish faces slowdowns due to roadwork, with partial lane closures on eastbound and westbound sides, as announced by DOTD.
The Louisiana DOTD has announced roadwork on the Gramercy Bridge on LA 3213 from August 15-29, 2025, causing partial closures and restrictions on oversize loads.
A head-on crash on a Louisiana highway claimed the life of Alex Chavis, with the other driver seriously injured but surviving, prompting a police reminder on road safety.
A Homer man died in a single-vehicle crash in Louisiana after his car struck a tree; he was not wearing a seatbelt. Impairment isn’t suspected; police are investigating.
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell vetoed a council-passed ordinance intended to increase oversight of the city attorney and prevent favoritism in legal disputes.
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