The Roots of Music inaugurated their new headquarters in Gentilly, with Councilmember Eugene Green highlighting its positive impact on New Orleans' youth and the local community.

St. Charles Parish has announced road closures for maintenance and inspections, including CC Road from 10/6 to 10/24, ongoing Jonathan Street closure with detours, and alternating lane closures on I-10 and I-310.

Jefferson Parish announced two surveys to enhance community services, focusing on funding allocation and early childhood support, available until October 17, 2025.

LDWF may soon close the Red Snapper season, with less than 7% of the quota left. Anglers are encouraged to fish before the quota is met, and to comply with licensing and conservation practices.

An upcoming St. Charles Parish Council meeting will cover zoning changes, high-dollar contracts, and address requests from local citizens for property rezoning.

Helena Moreno, New Orleans City Council Vice President, advocates a balanced 2026 budget that avoids new taxes and fees, emphasizing efficiency and resident well-being.

New Orleans police are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect who tried to cash a $21,000 fraudulent check with fake IDs before fleeing a Tchoupitoulas Street bank on Oct. 1. Anyone with information is urged to contact detectives or Crimestoppers.

A Leesville man was cited for hunting deer illegally; he admitted to using a .22 caliber rifle outside of legal hours. The seized deer was donated and he might face fines and jail.

Louisiana has implemented a closure for Southern Flounder fishing from October 15 to November 30 to allow the overfished species to recover and spawn.

Dennis J. Laborde was arrested in Louisiana on charges including illegal hunting, firearm possession by a felon, and using a suppressor, facing fines and possible jail time.

Eddie Teal, 44, died after being hit by a tractor-trailer and another vehicle in St. Bernard Parish while crossing a road early on September 30, 2025.

The weather in New Orleans shows a slight chance of rain with highs around 85 degrees and mostly clear nights around 73 degrees, with varying rain chances in the coming days.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry updated the public on Smitty's Supply cleanup, with 4 million gallons of contaminants removed. The EPA aids the operation, amid resident concerns about water and air quality.