Philip Gill died in a Louisiana crash after his Ford F550 hit a tree. Authorities are investigating, including toxicology tests, and have urged motorists to drive safely.

Louisiana now allows boat and trailer registrations at one location, with OMV services available at LDWF headquarters on Mondays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. despite reduced hours due to staffing.

Louisiana State Police arrested Jonah Parfait after a chase and trooper-involved shooting in Lafourche Parish; his passenger was fatally shot during the incident.

LDWF schedules a drawdown for Clear-Smithport Lake to control invasive species and improve habitats, with water levels lowering daily from September 15 to December 15.

The NWS predicts a series of sunny days with highs in the upper 80s for New Orleans. Evening forecasts indicate mostly clear skies with lows around 74 degrees. The pattern continues through the week with slight temperature increases.

New Orleans police are seeking public help to find a Chevrolet Tahoe involved in a hit-and-run on August 21. The Tahoe fled the scene and is described with front-end damage, tinted windows, and towing a trailer.

A federal judge dismissed Airbnb's lawsuit against New Orleans' short-term rental laws, upholding the city's right to regulate such rentals and protect residential neighborhoods.

A Tangipahoa Parish man, Rodney Berry, pleaded guilty to federal drug charges and awaits sentencing, which may involve substantial prison time and fines. The charges stemmed from a drug conspiracy uncovered by the OCDETF.

Amazon launched Louisiana's first same-day delivery center in Elmwood, anticipating creating over 200 jobs and enhancing customer convenience with advanced robotics technology for faster order fulfillment.

St. Charles Parish property owners to benefit from reduced millage rates, leading to the lowest property taxes in 30 years, poised to save taxpayers $105 million in five years.

Metairie man Robert Anthony Marsh Jr. pleads guilty to child exploitation and firearm charges, faces potential decades in prison and fines. His sentencing is scheduled for November 18, 2025.

New Orleans City Council Vice President Helena Moreno initiates an emergency alert system for the city's vulnerable residents, filling gaps left by AMBER and Silver Alerts.

Jeremiah Mills faces federal charges, including armed Hobbs Act robberies and firearm possession by a felon, related to two incidents at a New Orleans gas station.