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A late-night shooting on South Claiborne Avenue left one man hospitalized in stable condition, police say.
A person was stabbed in Hollygrove early Saturday after intervening during an attack in the 8800 block of Olive Street. NOPD says detectives are gathering evidence and seeking witnesses.
New Orleans police are investigating an early-morning shooting near Old Gentilly and Downman that left a man wounded shortly before 3:15 a.m. Details remain limited as officers probe the scene.
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Seabrook park on March 20; suspects fled in three cars and detectives are asking for tips and video.
Master Sergeant Tyler Grezaffi died following a vehicle incident at Angola last Wednesday, the state Department of Public Safety & Corrections said.
Body-camera video shows an officer firing two shots at a dog while a woman and child stood nearby; NOPD says no injuries and the matter is under investigation.
A juvenile was shot around 1 a.m. on Hendee Street in Algiers and taken to a hospital. NOPD says the investigation is active and asks anyone with information to contact authorities.
A Jefferson Parish jury convicted former NOPD officer Larry King Jr. of simple battery while acquitting him on five felony counts.
NOPD's bomb squad checked a suspicious item outside Jackson Square Friday; Decatur Street was briefly closed and later reopened after an all-clear.
Kenner police announced a citywide enforcement push: uninsured vehicles can be towed, impounded and have Louisiana plates seized until drivers show proof of coverage.
NOPD released names and photos for three people of interest tied to a July 23, 2025 Flake Street homicide. Detectives say anyone with tips should contact Homicide or Crime Stoppers.
A viral clip that appears to show Nazi-style salutes at the Metairie St. Patrick’s parade led to threats against the woman who posted it; riders were banned and officials fined the parade group.
Federal prosecutors say a New Orleans man called "Fire" sold about 56 grams of fentanyl and was arrested March 5; he now faces federal drug and firearms charges.
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