Wicked Wingz is opening inside Southland Mall in Houma early May, promising wings, burgers and loaded fries with an eye toward local hiring.

Federal regulators approved MC Bancshares’ sale to a Daryl Byrd–led investor group, clearing a May close and plans to expand into Baton Rouge and Atlanta.

A Good Jobs First report finds Louisiana among 14 states that don’t disclose revenue lost to data center tax breaks, raising fresh questions as Hyperion expands.

Buck moth caterpillars are turning up under New Orleans oaks and leaving festivalgoers with painful stings. Medical and entomology experts explain treatment and precautions.

Troopers and National Guard recovered hundreds of pills, meth, marijuana and firearms during a New Orleans traffic stop and follow-up search, police say.

A Senate committee advanced SB433 to let Louisiana Medicaid cover GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs, promising access but triggering concern over big state costs.

True South has taken over the old D‑Mac’s spot in Mid‑City, serving hot chicken, po‑boys and daily happy hour while building a Thursday–Saturday live‑music program.

Sunny and muggy today in New Orleans with a high near 84°F. A cold front late Saturday brings a 40% chance of showers and gusty north winds Sunday.

A Slidell woman's jury trial in the death of 6-year-old Jeremiah Ramirez was pushed this week while attorneys weigh next steps. The court set a new return date for later in the week.

An unidentified person was found Thursday near Chef Menteur and Read Boulevard in New Orleans East. Authorities say the cause of death is unconfirmed and detectives are investigating.

A new partnership with the Jefferson Community Foundation and parish council funds, matched by state dollars, aims to unlock more publicly funded early-learning seats. Leaders say outreach will prioritize bilingual and low-income families.

William Powell III was extradited from California and ordered held on $2 million bond after being accused in the 2022 Central City killing of Ciara Bullock. The move follows a multi‑state manhunt and a U.S. Marshals operation.

A 2-year-old was treated with naloxone after testing positive for fentanyl and cocaine. Jefferson Parish deputies arrested the child's caretakers on cruelty charges.