One dead and two injured in a head-on collision on Riser Road in Jackson Parish, Louisiana, with Tayvionne Tate fatally injured. Impairment is suspected.

New Orleans anticipates a sunny week with rising temperatures and mild winds, according to the National Weather Service.

A train hit Jashawn Lavan's car on Liberty Cemetery Road in Allen Parish, resulting in his death days later. An investigation is ongoing, with toxicology samples taken for analysis.

Saints quarterback Derek Carr retires from NFL due to a right shoulder injury, following previous health issues. Carr shared an emotional thanks to all who supported his career.

An oil rig worker, James Magee, pled guilty to violently assaulting a colleague, which led to serious injuries and may result in up to a year in prison.

The NWS in New Orleans forecasts a week of mixed weather with sunny skies, potential showers, and thunderstorms, and temperatures ranging from mid-70s to near 90 degrees.

New Orleans announces rescheduled street closures in French Quarter for drainage inspections, affecting Iberville and Exchange Place, on May 13 due to prior weather delays.

New Orleans Police seek a suspect named Jude Anthony Troxclair for a series of thefts and other crimes in the city. They urge public help to locate him.

Two fatal crashes occurred in New Orleans: one involving a woman hit while retrieving a spare tire, and another involving a pedestrian struck while crossing a bridge. Both hit-and-run drivers are sought by police.

A single-vehicle crash in Jefferson Parish claimed the life of Gordon Cordes, 69. He ran off the road and hit a light pole and trees. Toxicology samples were taken, and police urged road safety.

Lightning struck a boat on the Mississippi River near Venice, injuring three people during a tornado warning. They were transported to the hospital with minor to moderate injuries.

New Orleans introduced an ordinance mandating permits for major roof replacements on one- and two-family homes, intending to ease insurance costs and prepare for storms.

Variable weather is expected in New Orleans with chances of rain and thunderstorms, and spring-like temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to high 80s.