Ridgewood Drive will be closed for upgrades from Oct 13, 2025 to Jan 12, 2026, between Airline Drive and Colapissa Street. Detours via North Labarre Road.

The article details a stretch of pleasant weather in New Orleans with sunny skies, highs around 82-86 degrees, gentle northeast winds, and consistent nightly lows of 67-69 degrees.

Two arrested by NOPD for a homicide following a physical altercation; victim's identity pending. Autopsy to determine cause of death. Public's help sought.

A man in Jonesville, LA, was cited for hunting 19 squirrels, surpassing the daily limit by 11. He admitted to the violation and may face fines and jail time, along with civil restitution.

Inmate Derrick Groves, who escaped on May 16, 2025, was captured in Atlanta, Georgia, after a multi-agency manhunt led by the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.

New Orleans Police search for a suspect in auto burglaries on Pritchard Place, requesting public aid with information while highlighting community-police cooperation in crime prevention.

St. Charles Parish commuters face delays from road closures on CC Road for maintenance, Jonathan Street indefinitely, and parts of Ormond Center Court for construction. Access to real-time updates is available on the parish's website.

Louisiana agents cited three men for multiple fish and wildlife violations at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA, including exceeding shrimp limits and illegal fishing methods.

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation is auctioning a black bear hunting trip to fund conservation efforts, despite potential ethical concerns.

A child died following a crash in Vernon Parish where a Ford Expedition failed to yield and struck a Ford Windstar. The child was unrestrained, emphasizing seat belt safety.

A bicyclist, Dallas Pitre, was killed in a crash with a van in St. Landry Parish. No alcohol was detected in the van driver's breath; an investigation is ongoing.

NOPD is investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian at Tulane Avenue and South Scott Street. The collision led to one male fatality and occurred around 7:53 p.m.

The National Weather Service forecasts clear skies and pleasant temperatures for New Orleans over the coming days. Highs will range from 80 to 87 degrees, with light to moderate northeast and east winds continuing through midweek.