The Louisiana House approved HB137 to let courts fine parents up to $5,000 if their child makes a school threat, touching off debate over deterrence and mental‑health concerns.

Christopher Rachel Sr., 38, pleaded guilty to multiple child sex crimes and was sentenced to 40 years at hard labor. The D.A. says the sentence removes a predator from the community.

A Metairie woman was arrested after investigators say she stole more than $87,000 in tuition payments from Crescent City Christian School. At least 19 families were affected.

Fifteen life-size Seward Johnson bronzes arrive across St. Tammany Parish today, launching a yearlong 'Art Imitates Life' exhibition in downtowns and parks.

NOLA Funk Fest announced a starry 2026 lineup led by Galactic, Dumpstaphunk and George Porter Jr., including a Toussaint family tribute and tickets on sale now.

The Supreme Court will decide whether oil companies can be held in state court for decades of coastal damage — a ruling with billions at stake.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation has parted ways with CEO Blake‑Anthony Johnson weeks before Jazz Fest; Sarita Carriere has been named interim executive director.

Thousands will gather at Lafitte Greenway Saturday for 'No Kings 3.' Organizers list speakers, readings and music and have scheduled a 3:30 p.m. march start.

Three people were shot Thursday afternoon on the 1400 block of Tulane Avenue in downtown New Orleans; police detained one person at the scene.

St. Tammany deputies raided a Slidell home last Thursday, seizing drugs, eight guns, vehicles, two boats and $101,298; two people are in custody.

A fire in the Delachaise parking garage across from Touro Infirmary prompted an evacuation of the Buckman Health Center; firefighters contained the blaze and no injuries were reported.

The Marigny staple Check Point Charlie closed after staff were told the building was sold, leaving musicians and longtime regulars stunned.

Lafayette's TSA screeners are working without pay as the DHS funding lapse stretches on; the regional airport has posted ways for the community to help.