Bridge maintenance on LA 107 in Avoyelles Parish will cause lane closures and possible delays next week, with work scheduled for August 20-21 from 8 AM to 4 PM. No detour needed as one lane remains open.

New Orleans plans to host the K20 Summit on August 30 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, emphasizing resilience, evolution, and empowerment.

Caddo Parish deputy Frank Launer III was arrested for insurance fraud after an investigation found he obtained coverage post-crash and then filed a claim.

New Orleans schedules a mosquito control operation tonight to combat WNV-positive mosquitoes and health risks, involving trucks spraying adulticides in selected neighborhoods.

Louisiana State Police investigate a deputy-involved shooting after a chase and standoff in Sabine Parish, where an armed individual was fatally shot.

New Orleans man, Floyd Jones, sentenced to 80 months in federal prison on drug and gun charges, as part of anti-violence initiative Project Safe Neighborhoods.

Acadia Parish's I-10 Eastbound Exit 72 ramps will be closed for construction overnight from August 18 to 23. Detours will be in place for travelers on Trumps Road.

Louisiana LDWF hosts women's fishing workshops aimed at teaching skills like fish handling and equipment preparation, with limited spots for participants.

New Orleans forecast includes a 60% chance of storms today with heavy rainfall and a high near 90 degrees; humidity at 88%. Conditions to slightly improve tonight.

NOPD seeks public help to find Eric McCoy, wanted for a July car burglary in New Orleans. He was seen post-crime with stolen items and is still at large.

Ernest X. Taylor Jr. pleaded guilty to bank fraud for obtaining over $400,000 using false pretenses, as confirmed by Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.

Louisiana commercial fishers can now display their licenses on smartphones through LA Wallet, as LDWF integrates non-transferable commercial licenses into the app.

Louisiana is planning a meeting on August 19th to discuss the White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area's future management, focusing on environmental sustainability and wildlife preservation.