The International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo, set for July 24-26, incorporates fishing competitions, including a $10,000 prize, with cultural festivities, in Jefferson Parish's Bicentennial year.

LDWF agents in Louisiana's New Orleans area issued 81 citations for littering over the last fiscal year, intensively investigating cases including dumped boats and hazardous materials.

A boat fire on Lake Pontchartrain led to a rescue operation by a nearby boater and a coordinated fire-extinguishing effort by the St. Tammany Sheriff's Office and Fire District #1.

Jefferson Parish dedicates a street to WWII veteran Lincoln Brennan, Sr., renaming Mandarin Street to "Lincoln Brennan Way" ahead of his 100th birthday.

Mosquitoes with the West Nile virus found in Louisiana have prompted local efforts, including spraying by VDCI, to reduce populations and potential health risks.

1031 Canal Street in New Orleans has been unanimously designated as a landmark due to its Civil Rights history and the Hard Rock hotel collapse tragedy.

Senior Agent Dustin Barton was honored with the Theophile Bourgeois Memorial Award by the LCBA for his dedication to protecting Louisiana's waterways.

Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission advanced revisions to state policies on nuisance wildlife, aiming to update rules and clarify management of species like raccoons and feral hogs. Public comments will be sought on the changes.

LGL Ecological Research Associates conducted a bycatch study on the menhaden fishery, showing implications for Louisiana's fishing regulations and presenting their findings to the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission.

St. John Parish Sheriff's Office invites locals to chat with Sheriff Mike Tregre over coffee and donuts at a community event aimed at improving police-community relations.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office humorously reminded residents to save 911 for real emergencies, not firework or drone complaints, ahead of July Fourth.

A boil water advisory is in effect for parts of Lafourche Parish due to a main line leak, affecting drinking, cooking, and hygiene practices until tests confirm safety.

Jefferson Parish announces closures and service changes for the Fourth of July, including government offices, trash collection, and recycling programs. Some facilities will have modified hours due to the holiday and extreme heat.