New Orleans Police probe a fatal shooting in Hollygrove, leaving one deceased in a vehicle on Sunday afternoon; motive and perpetrator remain unknown.

A 25-year-old electric scooter rider died after a collision in Plaquemines Parish. He lacked a helmet, lights, and wore dark clothing when hit by a Ford F-250.

Three escaped inmates from Orleans Parish Jail were recaptured and flown to a secure facility; seven remain at large after a suspected inside-assisted breakout.

Nine inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Jail, prompting St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office to urge the public via Facebook to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.

Inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Justice Center; residents are on high alert for potential carjackings. Authorities urge anyone seeing escapees to contact 911 or 985-783-6807. Details of the escape remain unclear.

Following a closure due to an incident, I-55 northbound lanes near milepost 4 reopened, easing traffic for travelers as per the St. John Parish Sheriff's Office update.

Indian national Ashish Kapoor faces federal charges for transporting and possessing child pornography, with a potential 5-20 years in prison if convicted.

Rossel Geovanny Recinos Arita is charged with illegal reentry into the U.S., following Operation Take Back America's efforts to combat illegal immigration.

A New Orleans man pleaded guilty to federal drug and gun charges and faces sentencing on August 5, 2025, with potential for heavy fines and imprisonment.

OPSO hosted community leaders at the Orleans Justice Center to demonstrate progress under Sheriff Hutson, emphasizing humanity and reform in the justice system.

An inmate escape from the Orleans Parish Jail led to a manhunt with 1 of 11 escapees caught. Authorities are investigating the breakout, and residents are urged to report any suspicious activity.

NOPD searches for a suspect linked to multiple auto thefts after a vehicle owner located his stolen car, prompting the discovery of additional stolen vehicles and engines.

Footage shows a New Orleans police officer being dragged by a car and shooting the driver, who later died from his injuries. An officer had administered Narcan to the driver before the incident.