New Orleans man Larry Williams, 44, is sentenced to 137 months in prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses after a foot chase led to his capture.

A crash involving five school buses near Lafayette injured several Chalmette High School students; authorities are investigating the chain-reaction incident.

Johnnie Hagans from New Orleans pled guilty to federal drug trafficking and unlawful firearm possession, potentially facing a 20-year prison term for drug charges and a life sentence for firearms charges.

NOPD seeks Matthew Young for indecent behavior with a minor and as a person of interest in a sexual battery case.

Mervyn Lucas from New Orleans pleads guilty to federal drug and weapons charges after authorities find stolen vehicle, drugs, and a firearm at his residence.

A vehicle crash in Grant Parish led to the death of James Bennett, who collided with a tree. The investigation and toxicology tests are ongoing; seat belt use is emphasized.

A Venice man died after an ATV crash in Plaquemines Parish; he was not wearing a helmet. The investigation is ongoing, with toxicology results pending.

Two Romanians face charges for illegal re-entry into the U.S. after previous deportations, with potential penalties up to 2 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines.

A Thibodaux man pleaded guilty to stealing Social Security payments after his wife's death, totaling over $144,000, and now faces up to 10 years in prison.

The NOPD reports a 42% drop in gun arrests and a 21.6% decrease in gun seizures for a week in 2024 compared to 2023, noting these are preliminary figures.

Kendrick Williams, 20, of New Orleans, pleaded guilty to drug possession with intent to distribute and related firearm possession before Judge Jay C. Zainey, facing significant prison time and fines.

A man was fatally shot in New Orleans' Warehouse District; police are investigating what they believe was a targeted attack. Local businesses closed following the incident.

A man was killed by a gunshot in Metairie, and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident with no suspect or motive yet identified.