The NOFD tackled a house fire on St. Claude Ave, rescuing several pets but with one dog dead and cats missing. Causes are investigated; no human casualties reported.

New Orleans is preparing for the UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball to support HBCU students, featuring a program and live entertainment by En Vogue, as reported by City News.

The Plaquemine/Sunshine Ferry schedule will change, with one ferry relocated to Cameron Parish, LA, for relief while their local ferry undergoes repairs, affecting service hours and potentially increasing wait times.

Metairie Road at Causeway Boulevard Overpass will experience night closures for construction from March 22 to 24, causing detours and urging travelers to find alternative routes.

Major road closure at Nursery Place and Poplar Street begins March 10 until December 12, 2025, for sewer lift station repairs, with detours via Seminole Avenue, Live Oak Street, and Chickasaw Avenue.

Terence Wilson, 43, has been sentenced to 240 months in federal prison for drug distribution and firearm possession. Wilson operated a drug network in New Orleans’ Hollygrove area, conducting frequent transactions from August to October 2022.

Honduran national Alex Reyes-Chavez was sentenced to two years for illegal re-entry into the U.S. after deportation.

An Abbeville man was charged with illegally shooting a Louisiana black bear, carrying fines and potential jail time, plus $10,000 restitution for the animal's value.

A Lecompte man received citations for multiple deer hunting violations, including hunting during closed season and from a moving vehicle, based on an informant's tip.

A Honduran national was sentenced to 46 months for illegal U.S. re-entry after a previous deportation and conviction. The case highlights challenges in immigration law enforcement.

The long-awaited Port Wonder has been unveiled in Lake Charles, marking a new beginning for the city's lakefront with facilities including the Children's Museum and the LDWF Nature and Science Center.

NOPD is investigating a deadly shooting on Moss Street that occurred around 2:41 p.m., leaving one man dead and a woman injured. Authorities continue to investigate and urge anyone with information to contact NOPD Homicide detectives or Crimestoppers.

Exchange Place in New Orleans will close for resurfacing from Canal Street to Iberville Street, starting Friday, March 21, and Monday, March 24, causing commuter delays.