JPSO is investigating an in-custody death after deputies responded to a medical emergency, apprehended a fleeing man, who then collapsed and later died in hospital.

The NOPD reports a 26% drop in overall crime for 2024, with reductions in person and property crimes by 20% and 27% respectively. Homicide rates also decreased by 35%.

NOPD made an arrest in the homicide of Geron Elzie, who was fatally shot at North Galvez Street and Elysian Fields Avenue. Marvin Banks is charged with second-degree murder.

A section of Tammany Trace in Abita Springs will be closed January 13-14 for drainage work, with updates available on St. Tammany Parish's Facebook page.

Jermaine Cole Jr. is sought by St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office for a fatal shoot in Chalmette, facing second-degree murder and obstruction charges. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.

Former LSU football player Kyren Lacy turned himself in and was released on bail following a fatal hit-and-run in December. He faces charges including negligent homicide.

Darrion Young of New Orleans was sentenced to over 17 years for drug and firearms offenses, following a guilty plea to all charges including a 2022 carjacking.

The FBI targets violent crime nationwide, with recent indictments in Illinois and Montana, a kidnapping-death charge in Louisiana, a manhunt in Colorado, and child abuse charges against a Florida doctor.

New Orleans officials open Business Recovery Centers to support businesses affected by the Bourbon Street attack, offering loans up to $2 million with the help of the SBA.

The City of Alexandria opened a Warming Station after the hypothermia death of Carl Blackburn, an unhoused man, amid criticisms of the city's response to the cold weather.

A former Carnival Cruise employee pleaded guilty to possessing child abuse material and may face 20 years in prison. The case demonstrates the effectiveness of Project Safe Childhood in combating child exploitation.

A New Orleans man was sentenced to 63 months in prison for federal gun and drug charges, after a traffic stop led to his arrest and confession of using firearms for narcotics trafficking.

British and EU nationals affected by the New Orleans terror attack can now apply for compensation through the UK's CICA scheme, without needing paid legal representation.