Hot and muggy Tuesday with highs near 86°F and heat-index values in the mid-90s. Storm chances increase Wednesday night into the weekend.

Rajon Rondo has surfaced as a candidate in the Pelicans’ head‑coach search as New Orleans opens a formal review under Joe Dumars. The move mixes pedigree with questions about coaching experience.

A man was found shot and later pronounced dead on the 3200 block of Oliver White Avenue in the Desire neighborhood, police said. Investigators have released few details.

The Saints traded a Day‑3 pick for Tyree Wilson, adding a former No. 7 overall pick to a thin edge rotation. New Orleans is betting a fresh scheme can unlock the 25‑year‑old's upside.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill says a Florida man was arrested in Brevard County on eight counts of child sexual abuse material tied to Marrero. He was booked in Brevard County Jail and is awaiting extradition to Jefferson Parish.

Mandeville Fire/EMS warns North Shore residents to secure outdoor items and enable emergency alerts as NWS watches a possible complex of strong storms late Friday.

A Kenner man was found guilty in the 2024 shooting death of his brother-in-law, a case prosecutors say grew from years of family conflict.

House Bill 222 would require Louisiana Medicaid to cover dental procedures needed to clear patients for surgeries or cancer treatment; the fiscal note projects modest costs. Lawmakers say the change could remove a barrier to care.

A preliminary council agreement could replace Johnny Bright Playground with a private tennis complex, prompting parents and coaches to organize against the plan.

Three Democrats debated voting rights, Medicaid and taxes in Baton Rouge as Louisiana heads to a May 16 primary.

UMC nurses have scheduled a five-day picket starting Friday, May 1, accusing hospital leaders of bargaining in bad faith while contract talks stall. The walkout marks another escalation in a long-running dispute.

St. John the Baptist Parish set its Spring Election for May 16; early voting runs May 2–9 and online registration closes April 25.

Clear, breezy skies with highs near 75°F. Small Craft Advisories make lakes choppy into the evening.