Louisiana DOTD Rolls Out Traffic Counting Devices Across Five Parishes for Transportation Planning
Louisiana DOTD is using devices to count traffic for planning and infrastructure improvement in various parishes, and urges the public not to tamper with them.
Carrollton Avenue On-Ramp Set to Reopen Early After Garbage Truck Incident, Easing New Orleans Commutes
The Carrollton Avenue on-ramp in Louisiana is set to reopen earlier than expected after a garbage truck incident, with DOTD announcing the road will be accessible by the end of the week.
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.












