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A 14-year-old was shot after a pool party in Edgard; deputies arrested an 18‑year‑old who faces aggravated battery and armed robbery charges. The juvenile was treated and released from a children's hospital.
A porch theft captured on camera led Kenner police to a Gretna home where stolen mail, IDs and credit cards were seized in a probe that could involve more than 50 victims.
Politics & Govt in ...
Two New Orleans city lawyers resigned after a federal judge found nine AI‑generated, nonexistent citations in a court filing. The ruling led to fines and a new city AI policy.
A Hammond man was arrested after a viral rap video referenced the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, prompting police seizure of devices and a ban from the event.
Food & Drinks in ...
Covington's Nacho Kat is opening its first New Orleans outpost on Calhoun Street with signature nacho platters and tacos. The Uptown site is listed as "coming soon."
A federal judge gave Kody Severin 138 months after agents seized more than 100 machine‑gun conversion devices, silencers and explosives in a New Orleans apartment.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in the Central City homicide from last September; police say a drone helped locate him.
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.
Arts & Culture in ...
Fifteen life-size Seward Johnson bronzes arrive across St. Tammany Parish today, launching a yearlong 'Art Imitates Life' exhibition in downtowns and parks.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
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.
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