The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announces the spring squirrel hunting season from May 3-25, with license requirements and bag limits to ensure sustainability.

Nurses at University Medical Center in New Orleans are planning a third strike on May 1 amid ongoing contract negotiations, citing unresolved issues like staffing, pay, and safety.

Montz is set to receive its first permanent pump station as part of the flood defense improvements, with the St. Charles Parish Council approving the construction that will enhance the area's resilience against future flooding.

St. Charles Parish held its 17th annual Trash Bash with 782 volunteers collecting trash, demonstrating community spirit and environmental stewardship.

The New Orleans Police Department facilitated a safe Easter celebration with parades and Second Lines, earning positive public response for their efforts.

New Orleans celebrates Easter with three parades, featuring floats, music, and themed attire, while also ensuring safety with a revised route avoiding Bourbon Street.

Early voting in Orleans Parish for the Safe and Strong Communities Millage Renewal, Proposition 1, begins April 19, with no tax increase involved. The Sheriff's Office stresses its importance for funding public safety and mental health services.

The SJSO Citizens Academy Class 2025-7 offers a behind-the-scenes look at local law enforcement, aiming to increase transparency and community relations in St. John the Baptist Parish.

St. Charles Parish introduces Girls Flag Football for summer, with registration from May 1-25 on their website, signaling a commitment to inclusive youth sports.

The St. Bernard Parish community honored 9-1-1 dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, recognizing their critical role in emergency responses.

Jefferson Parish announces closures for Good Friday, including government offices and some services, but confirms garbage collection and landfill operations will continue as normal.

NOPD launches "Buckle-Up in Your Truck" campaign with NHTSA and LHSC to enforce seatbelt laws and reduce accidents involving pickup trucks from April 19-27, 2025.

Ashley and Charles Bass were cited for hunting turkeys over a baited area in Vernon Parish. The pair, found using feeders with corn and birdseed, were confronted by wildlife agents after surveillance revealed their actions.