Louisiana's Highway 975 in Sherburne WMA will close from Sep 15, 2025, to Jun 12, 2026, for bridge replacement. Access remains via Highways 190 or I-10.

Lt. Derek Ware has been awarded the first-ever Louisiana Boating Educator of the Year by the LDWF for his significant contributions to boating safety education.

Louisiana DOTD, with Destination Zero Deaths, launched the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” contest for teens to submit safe driving videos, and urges community members to pledge safer driving habits.

Romanian national Andrei Fagaras pled guilty to a skimming scheme in Louisiana as part of Operation Take Back America, facing up to 15 years in prison.

Trevis Williams pleaded guilty to firearm charges after trying to board a plane with a loaded gun. He faces up to 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Shreveport man arrested for multiple counts of forgery, filing false records, and computer fraud in illegal boat transactions.

The National Weather Service in New Orleans reports fair weather with a temperature of 79°F, high humidity, and light winds, with a forecast of predominantly sunny skies and mild evening temperatures.

Northbound LA 45 in Jefferson Parish will see shoulder closures today for maintenance, potentially affecting traffic from 7 AM to 5 PM, with alternative routes advised.

The St. Charles Parish council meeting on September 8, 2025, will discuss infrastructure projects including canal and road improvements, with public hearings and funding proposals.

Romanian national Andrei Fagaras pleaded guilty to access device fraud for using skimmers at Louisiana retail stores and faces a potential 15-year sentence.

Eloi Broussard Bridge over the Vermilion River will be closed temporarily on Thursday, 8:30-11:00 a.m., for mechanical repairs, with suggested detour routes provided.

Honduran man, Pedro Tailor Castillo-Bonilla, pleaded guilty to illegal reentry after being previously deported in 2012. His sentencing is scheduled for November.

A hit-and-run in Iberville Parish resulted in the death of pedestrian Kade Dupree. Suspect Richard Wagner was arrested and charged with Felony Hit and Run, and Driving Under Suspension.