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The LDWF warns of potential statewide fish kills in Louisiana due to high water temperatures, cloudy weather, and storms, which can lead to hypoxic zones with low oxygen levels.
LDWF announces a Free Fishing Weekend on June 7-8, allowing fishing without a license but maintaining regulations. The event includes educational activities.
The Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp faces distribution delays due to supply issues, yet remains available online, with contributions aiding wetland conservation.
The Slidell Police Department joins the "Click It or Ticket" campaign to enforce seat belt usage until June 1st, with increased patrols funded by the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission.
Power outages in New Orleans affected over 100,000 customers. Entergy and MISO enacted rolling blackouts to stabilize the grid, which were resolved by Monday evening.
Phil Robertson, the 'Duck Dynasty' patriarch, has died at 79 after battling Alzheimer's and a blood disorder. His family confirmed his passing and reflected on his faith and legacy.
The article discusses the Westwego Volunteer Fire Company No. 1's commemoration of battling a large fire at Sinclair Refining Dock in 1964, highlighting their bravery and community service.
Bridge maintenance in Natchitoches, Grant, Rapides, and Winn Parishes starts May 26, 2025. Expect lane closures but no detours during the 30-day project.
Louisiana DOTD progresses on statewide infrastructure projects, using an additional $67.5 million in funding to maintain and repair roads and highways across the state.
The LA 1 Port Allen Canal Bridge Replacement project will cause the I-10 Eastbound On-Ramp and the right travel lane of LA 1 NB to close overnight on May 30, 2025.
Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office members visited D.C. to honor fallen officers during National Police Week 2025.
Louisiana DOTD has closed a portion of LA 103 for urgent bridge repairs, causing travel disruptions in St. Landry Parish. No details on the damage were given.
Louisiana turkey hunters harvested over 3,500 birds in the 2025 season, nearly matching the record from 2024, despite new limits on juvenile male turkeys.
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