Shawna Martin pled guilty to distributing and possessing fentanyl, facing up to 40 years in prison and $5 million in fines.

Northbound traffic on LA 1 will be rerouted to a new exit ramp leading to I-10 East starting Thursday night. The old LA 1 bridge is closing permanently.

NOPD seeks Donovan Jovan Pierre for allegedly threatening four people with a gun amid a dispute. He fled in a 2015 Lincoln MKZ with a distinctive plate.

Frenchmen Street in New Orleans will be closed between the 400 and 600 blocks for construction from June 19 to July 3, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily, allowing pedestrian access but affecting vehicular traffic.

Louisiana introduces a five-fish per-person limit for recreational Wahoo fishing starting June 20, following large hauls in nearby waters and aiming to prevent federal intervention.

New Orleans Police are searching for a theft suspect with distinctive tattoos who made fraudulent purchases after pickpocketing near Conti and Dauphine Streets.

The Sea Tow Foundation has established free life jacket loaner stations in Louisiana to help boaters comply with safety regulations and reduce fatalities.

New Orleans reports increased West Nile virus activity; mosquito control efforts, including aerial and ground spraying, are underway in affected areas. No human cases reported yet; precautions advised.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of showers and thunderstorms for New Orleans, with high chances of rain and temperatures near 89 degrees.

Federal agents in Baton Rouge conducted worksite raids on nine massage parlors suspected of prostitution, detaining ten Chinese nationals for potential removal proceedings amid a multi-agency operation.

A Kenner woman pleaded guilty to fentanyl distribution and possession charges and awaits sentencing that could lead to a maximum of 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine.

Roadwork on I-10 and US 90 in Orleans Parish is set to begin the night of June 16, with lane closures for barrier mounted sign installations, potentially affecting overnight traffic.

Lane closures on Chippewa Street in Baton Rouge for infrastructure improvements including traffic signal installation, with one travel lane open at all times.