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Intermittent lane closures are scheduled on US 167 Northbound in Lafayette Parish on June 24, due to maintenance. Traffic will remain open, but some delays are expected.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Honduran national Hibis Turcio-Sanchez was sentenced for illegally re-entering the U.S. after previous deportation, as per the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service in New Orleans warns of high heat indexes up to 105 degrees with a heat advisory in effect, cautioning against heat illnesses.
A St. Tammany Parish man, Kentrell Mahoney Scott, is charged with bribery and wire fraud related to GPS monitoring manipulation and selling unauthorized tags on Facebook.
Politics & Govt in ...
Louisiana will receive nearly $70 million from the opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, aimed at addressing the state's opioid crisis.
The Louisiana DOTD is progressing on the Bluff Road project in Ascension Parish, improving drainage, roads, and addressing flooding issues, with a projected completion in Fall 2025.
Belle Chasse commuter alert: Nightly LA23 lane closures for vehicle detection loop installation at Burmaster intersection, causing alternating south/northbound disruptions this week.
Nighttime closures to occur on I-10 in East Baton Rouge for the widening project, affecting various ramps and roads, with DOTD urging caution and planning for travelers.
New Orleans is expecting a week of showers and thunderstorms with high humidity, as the National Weather Service forecasts high chances of rain, especially today, Tuesday, and on Juneteenth.
Northbound traffic on LA 1 will be rerouted to a new exit ramp leading to I-10 East starting Thursday night. The old LA 1 bridge is closing permanently.
Community & Society in ...
The Sea Tow Foundation has established free life jacket loaner stations in Louisiana to help boaters comply with safety regulations and reduce fatalities.
New Orleans reports increased West Nile virus activity; mosquito control efforts, including aerial and ground spraying, are underway in affected areas. No human cases reported yet; precautions advised.
New Orleans man, Mark Brooks, faces charges for alleged exploitation of a minor, including attempted coercion and enticement and sending obscene material, under Project Safe Childhood.
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