Woodside Energy commits $17.5 billion to a new LNG facility in Southwest Louisiana, the state's largest foreign investment, promising jobs and economic growth.

NOPD seeks public aid in finding Bria Newman, a suspect in mail theft, check forgery, and other financial crimes.

A man, Jules Gibson, received a 10-year prison sentence for drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession, with an 8-year supervised release upon completion.

A woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, admitting to misusing COVID-19 relief programs for financial gain. She faces severe penalties, including prison time and fines.

South Korean firms SNT Motiv and SNT Energy will establish a $59.4 million manufacturing facility in Louisiana, aiming to create 275 direct jobs. The site will support key U.S. industries and is set to open in 2026.

NWS New Orleans forecasts showers, thunderstorms, and highs near 87°F with a 60% chance of rain today; unsettled weather with varied precipitation chances will continue into next week.

NOPD seeks assistance in locating Duy Minh Nguyen, wanted for a July 15 aggravated assault with a firearm at a Bullard Avenue business. No injuries reported; Nguyen is considered armed and dangerous. Tips can be anonymous.

A woman died in a crash in Sabine Parish after her car hit a tree; she wasn't wearing a seatbelt. Toxicology tests are pending to determine the crash cause.

LIV Golf is set to debut in New Orleans in 2026, promising economic benefits and local job support, with upgrades to the South Course at City Park Bayou Oaks.

New Orleans Police seek public help in finding a person of interest for a homicide case involving a young male victim.

Kenneth Richmond was sentenced to four years for a car buying scheme using stolen identities, with an additional two-year sentence for violating release terms.

The NOPD seeks public help to identify three suspects in a robbery. A victim was lured into a car on Bourbon Street and later robbed by the trio. Descriptions of the suspects and their vehicle were provided.

A New Orleans Civil District Court granted a TRO to stop the City's Finance Department from illegally collecting fees, endorsing an ordinance that ceased such collections for the city's education system.