A fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 14 in Vermilion Parish resulted in the deaths of two Kaplan residents and left others injured, with police investigating the cause.

The LWFC has revised its Special Bait Dealer’s Permit regulations, restricting bait sales from boats near Louisiana shores and calling for public commentary until December 21, 2025.

The National Weather Service in New Orleans predicts showers and thunderstorms with a high of 70°F, clearing later, and a windy evening at 41°F, followed by a sunny and consistent weather pattern.

The New Orleans City Council has approved funding for around 600 affordable housing units across Districts B and C, with Councilmember Lesli Harris leading the move.

Louisiana modifies commercial menhaden fishery buffer zones, expanding overall protected area by 4.32% while altering specific coastal zone boundaries. Public comments are invited until January 23, 2026.

The article summarizes the final week of New Orleans' 2026 budget hearings, describing presentations by various departments on their needs and achievements.

Louisiana's LDWF partnered with PayIt for a new digital platform that enables easy online boat registration renewals, aiming to streamline the process for boaters.

Jefferson Parish announces a road closure at Edwards Avenue at Mounes Street until April 2026 for drainage and roadway work, with detours via Powell Street, Elmwood Park Boulevard, and Distributor’s ROW.

A former Allen Parish deputy, Winston Lambright, was arrested for misusing police telecommunications and sharing the information on social media. He faces charges including unlawful search, trespass against state computers, and malfeasance in office.

St. Charles Parish outlines multiple road closures and detours due to construction, affecting Jonathan Street, Ormond Center Court, LA 628, and LA 18, with longer-term projects on LA 3127 starting in 2025.

New Orleans forecast: Sunny with highs of 81°F today, partly cloudy and mild tonight. Sunday to be cooler with gusty winds, sunny Monday with a high near 55°F. Clear, sunny weather to persist through the week with temperatures rising to the mid-70s.

A convicted felon, Thomas White, was cited in Louisiana for illegal firearm possession after LDWF agents found him with a rifle. He faces a possible $1,000 to $5,000 fine and 10 to 20 years in jail.

Two cited for illegal deer hunting after sunset in Ascension Parish, Louisiana; they possessed two harvested bucks and used a spotlight. Fines and potential jail time may apply.