A New Orleans woman, Karen Duckworth, is charged with theft of government funds, accused of collecting her late mother's social security since 2009. If convicted, she faces a 10-year sentence and fines.

A New Orleans man pled guilty to carjacking and a federal firearm charge related to a March 2023 hijacked bus incident. He faces up to 15 years and fines per charge.

Eight Louisiana residents were indicted on federal drug distribution charges involving fentanyl and methamphetamine, with varying potential sentences based on involvement and criminal history.

LaPlace resident Latricia Moliere was sentenced to 3 years of probation and ordered to pay $22,742.71 restitution for submitting false SBA loan statements.

Eton Street in New Orleans will have intermittent closures from July 23 due to street repairs by Hardrock Construction Co. Local access maintained, but parking restrictions apply.

NOPD seeks public help to locate Wilbert Smith, linked to illegal waste disposal involving tire dumping, recorded on surveillance video using a purple 2001 Dodge van.

New Orleans weather forecast predicts a mix of sun, showers, and thunderstorms with typical summer heat and humidity, with a varying daily chance of precipitation.

A Ponchatoula man pleaded guilty to federal drug conspiracy charges and could face 5 to 40 years in prison plus fines, with law enforcement collaboration praised in the case.

Louisiana's LDWF reports 45.6% of the Red Snapper quota reached, with 407,853 pounds caught as of July 6. The season began May 1st with a 4-fish daily limit and mandatory permits for anglers.

A man from Tickfaw was sentenced to over three years in prison for drug trafficking, involving methamphetamine and fentanyl distribution in Louisiana.

LDWF and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host a Wood Stork and Wading Bird Viewing event on August 2 at Sherburne WMA's South Farm from 7-10 a.m.

A New Orleans man was sentenced to 97 months for illegal firearm possession after pleading guilty. This was part of the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative.

St. Charles Parish Council meeting set for July 21, 2025, to discuss key ordinances including traffic regulations, construction projects, and coastal programs.