St. John the Baptist Parish informs residents via social media about safe, timed fireworks use for New Year's celebrations, emphasizing supervision and location restrictions.

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny weather in New Orleans leading up to Christmas Day, with highs near 72 degrees, though evenings may be cloudier.

Nicaraguan national sentenced for misusing a Social Security number as part of a broader DOJ initiative on illegal immigration.

NOPD investigates an early morning fatal shooting in the city's Fourth District, calling for community tips and conducting interviews to find the perpetrator.

Hundreds of fifth-graders in St. Bernard Parish graduated from the D.A.R.E. program, which teaches kids to resist drugs, alcohol, violence, and bullying.

DPW's Shannon Oldfield-Blanks visited a NOLA school to teach students about city infrastructure, engaging their curiosity in street repairs and safety gear used by crews.

The 1500 block of Camp Street in New Orleans will have delays due to waterline and drainage repairs starting Friday, with work expected to finish by December 31.

New Orleans is enjoying fair weather with a current temperature of 53°F and clear skies expected to reach a high of 59°F, with a weekend forecast of sunny days and a slight chance of showers on Sunday.

DPW's Deputy Director taught local students about city infrastructure and safety, engaging them with discussions on street signs and subterranean systems.

The Bonnabel Boat Launch in Metairie now features green LED fishing lights to enhance night fishing and attract sport fish, as well as to promote ecotourism and waterfront activity.

New Orleans' DPW engaged with residents to discuss infrastructure upgrades, prioritizing public input and transparency through outreach events and meetings.

The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office warns of a phone scam where fraudsters impersonate deputies to falsely claim victims have outstanding warrants and demand money.

A shooting in LaPlace resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The incident, deemed isolated with no ongoing threat, is under investigation by local authorities.