Louisiana man pleads guilty to federal cocaine distribution charges; faces 5 to 40 years in prison and a fine of up to $5 million following an OCDETF investigation.

A New Orleans man, Ricky Wilson, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit arson at a car dealership. He could face 5 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and supervised release. He used Molotov cocktails and firearms in the incident.

Romanian national Andrei Fagaras was sentenced to a year in prison for access device fraud in Louisiana but faces no additional jail time due to time served.

Honduran national Marlon Santos was sentenced for illegal reentry into the U.S. after deportation. Judge Africk ordered two years in prison plus supervised release.

Orlando Ponds named St. Tammany Parish Employee of the Month for his outstanding work at the Fairgrounds and for bringing his military discipline to public service.

Child escapes carjacking in Louisiana; suspect Mackenzie Switzer arrested for multiple charges, including kidnapping and theft, after a series of vehicle thefts.

The NWS in New Orleans predicts foggy mornings with highs near 68°F, clear nights, and sunny days ahead with temperatures gradually warming, reaching 71°F by Friday.

St. Tammany Parish planted the first "Liberty Tree" in Louisiana for America's 250th anniversary, starting a statewide project to honor the nation's history.

St. Charles Parish begins its $10 million CN Railroad Culverts Project to combat flooding, with federal and local funding, and a 12-month timeline for completion.

Fugitive William Powell, sought for a 2022 New Orleans murder, was arrested in Morro Bay, California, by U.S. Marshals after a three-year multi-state chase.

New Orleans Councilmember Oliver M. Thomas demands transparency on the city's Lead Service Line Replacement Program to ensure safe drinking water and maintain public trust.

Pelicans' losing streak hit seven games despite rookie Derik Queen's historic first triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and four blocks in a narrow loss to the Spurs.

A pedestrian, Ricky Verret, was fatally struck by a Jeep on US Highway 167 in Louisiana. Impairment was not a factor, and the investigation is ongoing.