Summer Road Maintenance Program Kicks Off in St. Charles Parish with Closures and Detours Expected
St. Charles Parish has started a road maintenance program, including resurfacing and closures, affecting local routes over the summer, with brief work durations and scheduled full closures like East Heather Drive.
New Orleans City Council Skeptical of Orleans Parish Sheriff's $1M Jail Repair Request Amid Funding Dispute
The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and New Orleans City Council debate over funding needed for urgent jail repairs, with Sheriff Hutson requesting $1 million while the council expresses skepticism, citing the office's existing emergency funds.
Coca-Cola Bottling of Harahan Cheers Local Heroes with Donation to St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office
Coca-Cola Bottling of Harahan donated to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, which thanked them on Facebook, highlighting the "Hero" theme of the donation linked to the Share-a-Coke campaign.
New Orleans Marks Hurricane Season with "Blessing of the Fleet" Ceremony Honoring Resilience 20 Years After Katrina
New Orleans agencies held a "Blessing of the Fleet" at the NOPD Special Operations Division to mark the start of hurricane season and commemorate 20 years since Hurricane Katrina.
Louisiana Wildlife Commission Proposes New Rules to Boost Fishermen's Flexibility with Live Bait Sales
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission plans to revise Special Bait Dealer's Permit rules to allow sales of live bait from licensed fishermen's boats, potentially benefiting fishermen during off-seasons.
Major Culvert Replacement Project to Start on LA 1 Near Vivian, Detours in Place for Caddo Parish Drivers
Louisiana DOTD starts a road infrastructure project on LA 1 near Vivian on June 9, including culvert replacement and road improvements, with completion expected by August 2025.
New Orleans Scores Big with Super Bowl LIX as $1.25 Billion Boost Hits the Local Economy
Super Bowl LIX generated a $1.25 billion economic impact for New Orleans, supporting 9,787 jobs and attracting over 100,000 visitors, reinforcing the city's status as a major sports and cultural destination.
Orleans Parish Commuters Contend with Nighttime I-10 Closures for Drainage Repairs
Drainage repairs caused road closures in Orleans Parish, affecting Westbound I-10 and the City Park/Metairie Rd. intersection, with DOTD urging caution for drivers.
New Orleans Police Seek Public's Help to Find Man Suspected of Multiple Burglaries in New Orleans East
The New Orleans Police Department seeks public assistance in locating Bryan C. Joseph for alleged burglaries in New Orleans East. He is described as a Black male, born Dec 19, 1978, 5'7" tall, and 155 pounds.
Grassy Lake WMA Road Reopens Offering Access to Nature Activities Near Bordelonville
Grassy Lake WMA's South Bayou Natchitoches Road has been reopened, allowing access to Smith Bay, while Cas-Cas Road remains closed due to flooding. The area offers wildlife activities and requires a WMA Access Permit or equivalent for access.












