PALA Interstate LLC plans a $1.9 million expansion in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, creating a new paint and blasting shop, adding 14 new jobs, and retaining 35. This addition could indirectly produce 26 more jobs in the local economy.

Bethune Park unveils renovations including a new basketball court and upgraded playground on August 21, celebrating with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at 301 Bethune Street, Norco.

New Orleans Police seek Jerome Morris for illegal dumping, requesting community help to find him after a June incident involving littered furniture and debris.

A new observation platform at Sherburne WMA's South Farm in Louisiana, provided by LDWF and USACE, offers excellent wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.

Eastbound US 90 has a right lane closure for roadwork from Avondale Bridge to Nine Mile Point/LA 18 intersection, from 9 AM to 3 PM, weather permitting.

Honduran national Abraham Ramirez-Cantor pleaded guilty to unlawfully re-entering the U.S. after deportation and was sentenced to time served by Judge Milazzo.

New Orleans Police seek help to find Andrew Smith, a suspect in an August 4 auto burglary. The public is asked to review surveillance footage and submit tips.

Louisiana will keep its East-West waterfowl hunting zones for 2026-2030, per the state's Wildlife and Fisheries Commission, based on hunter feedback from a survey.

Road closures in Destrehan affect local commutes; Ormond Center Court and Jonathan Street closed for construction, and temporary changes on River Point Drive announced.

New Orleans postal worker Kanesha Florence pleaded guilty to mail theft and faces up to 5 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for November 4, 2025.

Luling's Waterworks Billing Office closes early today at 2 p.m. due to staff training; alternative bill payment methods provided online and via drop boxes.

Upcoming weather in New Orleans includes intermittent showers and thunderstorms with highs around 88 degrees and nightly lows at 77 degrees; rain chances range from 40-80% over the next few days.

New Orleans Police seek public help to identify a theft suspect for a package stolen from Washington Avenue on July 30, 2025, as captured by surveillance cameras.