A Jefferson Parish sheriff's deputy died in a crash while escorting a funeral in New Orleans; NOPD is investigating the incident where the deputy's motorcycle was hit by a sedan.

Two Georgia residents were sentenced for their roles in a multi-million dollar romance scam affecting over 30 women, with Kenneth Akpieyi receiving 25 years and Emuobosan Hall getting 8 years in prison.

The Orleans Parish Coroner identified 58‑year‑old Alvin Dabney Jr. as the man who died after a Jan. 12 Central City burglary shooting. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

Covington police responded to an incident near South Jefferson; William Pitcher Junior High was placed on lockdown as officers investigated. Officials say no wider threat was found.

St. Tammany Junior High in Slidell was put on lockdown Thursday after reports of a safety concern. Initial updates were posted on social channels as officials investigated.

Three children were struck after getting off a school bus near Thibodaux; at least two were airlifted to New Orleans hospitals while state police investigate.

Tangipahoa deputies are searching for a man accused of biting part of a woman's face after allegedly holding her for days. The victim remains hospitalized.

Two suspects were arrested for the fatal shooting at Dooky Chase's Restaurant which resulted in the death of 19-year-old Kareem Harris and injured three women.

Two men were charged after an armed robbery in Violet, LA, where suspects known to the victim demanded money at gunpoint before fleeing. No injuries were reported, and the investigation continues.

A resident jumped from a window to escape a house fire in New Orleans, potentially started by a space heater. Firefighters contained the blaze, preventing further damage.

A Slidell chiropractor was sentenced to over a year in prison for a Medicare fraud involving $3.3 million in false billing for unrequested COVID-19 test kits.

Police found a man dead in New Orleans' Seventh Ward Wednesday after a 'man down' call on A.P. Tureaud Avenue. Officers say the victim had an apparent gunshot wound and the investigation is ongoing.

Covington police are asking for tips to find 27-year-old Gabrielle Houillon, last seen Tuesday. Officials say she has no working phone and clothing details are unknown.