An unidentified man was killed Friday night after being struck by two SUVs on the Westbank Expressway near Garden Road in Marrero.

Warm, humid morning with scattered afternoon showers and a Coastal Flood Advisory for parts of the metro through 10 a.m. Expect localized ponding.

A man was found shot and killed Saturday on the 7800 block of Sand Street in New Orleans East; homicide detectives are investigating.

An Orleans Parish deputy was fired and arrested after an unloaded handgun was found in an unauthorized bag at the Orleans Justice Center; investigators are probing how the weapon entered.

Louisiana State Police say two drivers were arrested after an April 24 crash that killed 18-year-old Marlee Norse in St. Landry Parish. Warrants were issued and toxicology showed impairment.

Organizers say the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl will relocate to Atlanta for Feb. 27, 2027, shifting its weeklong career fair and showcase to a deeper HBCU market. The move includes an extended Allstate title partnership.

A New Orleans man was arrested after a fatal shooting in St. George; investigators say the stolen vehicle was tracked to LaPlace and a weapon was recovered.

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a bus on South Claiborne near Jackson Avenue, New Orleans police say. The case is under investigation.

Neighborhood restaurants report a steep summer slowdown, with some owners saying sales are down about 30%. Practical tips for keeping local dining rooms busy this season.

State police say an undercover online sting led to two arrests in Baton Rouge, with charges including indecent behavior with a juvenile and purchase of commercial sexual activity.

Cloudy and muggy Saturday with showers likely; heavy downpours and abnormally high tides could produce ponding on low-lying streets.

A Prairieville babysitter was booked on negligent homicide after a 3‑year‑old drowned in a backyard pool. Investigators say surveillance shows about 20 minutes passed with no supervision.

A 50-year-old woman was killed at a Chevron on U.S. 190 in Hammond after suspects fired up to 80 rounds into her parked car.