SmartAsset's analysis puts Louisiana's middle‑class ceiling near $116K and New Orleans' ceiling near $111K, highlighting how local medians and housing costs reshape who counts as middle class.

A Slidell mother says St. Tammany shortened her 10‑year‑old son's school day to as little as two hours; she has filed a federal lawsuit seeking education and policy fixes.

A new LPIC poll finds Louisiana families pay about $870 per child monthly and many parents miss work when care falls through, forcing businesses and households to adapt.

HUD has launched a Section 33 review of Guste High Rise that could shift 310 elderly tenants to vouchers and reshape senior housing in Central City.

Kenner Police maintained safety and embraced community spirit during Rivertown's Lundi Gras celebrations alongside the Krewe of Zulu and Argus parades.

Christian Broadbridge and Syrus Robinson have joined the St. Bernard Parish Firefighters, celebrated by Local 1468 on Facebook. The post highlights the values of teamwork and commitment to the community.

The article discusses a measles outbreak in the US with 3,190 cases, most among the unvaccinated, and the New Orleans Health Department's urging for MMR vaccination.

Road closure at Jackson Ave. and Lakeshore Drive in Mandeville is planned for 24 hours starting February 23, 2026, due to roadway coating installation at the pedestrian crossing.

The Louisiana SPCA narrowed adoption hours and limited responses after a steep city funding cut. Local rescues say they're already overwhelmed by redirected calls.

Southeastern will create a standalone College of Nursing and reshuffle health and education units to better align programs with regional workforce demand ahead of fall 2026.

Gretna Police Department launches an online safety campaign, advising the public on preventing cyber threats through strong passwords, cautious information sharing, and educating children on internet use.

Nunez Community College and SME are partnering to train workers for a projected surge in Gulf Coast shipbuilding and maritime jobs. The program pairs colleges, K‑12 and employers.

Storm repairs, grid upgrades and regulatory riders are showing up on New Orleans electric bills. Here’s what’s driving the jump and what to watch next.