A former cruise line employee was sentenced to four years in prison for possessing child sexual exploitation materials, with subsequent supervised release.

New Orleans announces a temporary lane shift on Allen Toussaint Boulevard starting September 15 to install a waterline, part of an infrastructure project.

The City Council defied the Mayor's veto to allocate $5 million to LSU and adopted measures for worker safety and opposing the Alabo Street terminal. Special recognitions were also given.

New Orleans temporarily closes a lane on Allen Toussaint Blvd for utility work related to a $20 million infrastructure project, with traffic modifications in place.

Jefferson Parish announces a mortgage bond program offering assistance to first-time homebuyers and veterans, including down payment aid and a forgivable second mortgage.

A traffic accident closed the right lane of I-10 Eastbound near Mile Marker 42 in Calcasieu Parish, with no reopening time given. Drivers should expect delays and exercise caution.

Philip Gill died in a Louisiana crash after his Ford F550 hit a tree. Authorities are investigating, including toxicology tests, and have urged motorists to drive safely.

LDWF schedules a drawdown for Clear-Smithport Lake to control invasive species and improve habitats, with water levels lowering daily from September 15 to December 15.

Oklahoma City inaugurates a MAPS 4 pedestrian bridge and the EMBARK First Americans Museum Landing, enhancing urban connectivity and supporting the Horizons District's growth.

Jefferson Parish launches the Under One Roof Homeowner Rehabilitation Program to aid in home repairs, with an application lottery system due to high demand and limited resources.

A cyclist, James W. Bowie, was killed after a collision with a vehicle on LA Hwy 1081. He was not wearing a helmet or had proper lighting on his bicycle. The driver showed no impairment.

New Orleans' weekly forecast includes clear skies, potential thunderstorms, and summer-like heat and humidity, with temperatures reaching up to 89 degrees.

Louisiana's Highway 975 in Sherburne WMA will close from Sep 15, 2025, to Jun 12, 2026, for bridge replacement. Access remains via Highways 190 or I-10.