NOPD reports a decrease in Mardi Gras crime for 2025, attributing success to enhanced security and federal support, with thanks given to local and state partners and community cooperation.

Latest NWS update forecasts sunny weather and potential showers for New Orleans throughout the week, with mild temperatures and occasional gusty winds.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry supports Amendment 2, aiming to cut state income tax rates, address retirement debt, and preserve exemptions, ahead of the vote.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office captured fugitive Taegan Howarth and announced his arrest with humor on social media, adding hashtags like #BadDecisionsBadTattoos.

LA 28 at St. Clair Road in Rapides Parish, LA, is now fully open after construction work completion, with all travel obstructions lifted according to the DOTD.

Local law enforcement and fire departments are conducting a training exercise at the old Hollywood Theater in St. Tammany Parish, involving explosions and tactical scenarios.

New Orleans awards $100,000 in grants to youth-led environmental sustainability initiatives, as part of the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund.

Louisiana DOTD announces a week-long eastbound lane closure on LA 405 in Ascension Parish for utility pole replacement, advising drivers to expect delays.

Social worker John Christopher Barrilleaux received a 30-month prison sentence for conducting a healthcare fraud scheme and must pay $4.6 million in restitution.

LA 182 at Bayou Boeuf Bridge in Amelia to close for maintenance on March 17 from noon to 4 p.m., if weather permits. Detours via Lake Palourde, US 90, and LA 662; no emergency vehicle access during closure.

New Orleans expects sunny weather with highs near 75°F and mild winds today, and similar conditions throughout the week, with a slight chance of showers by Friday night.

Gun-related arrests and seizures fell significantly in early 2025 in New Orleans, with NOPD reporting a 58% decrease in arrests and a 45% decline in firearm seizures.

Ormond and Wildcat Lane commuters face travel disruptions due to continuing road work, with closures and detours in effect until the concrete work is completed in seven days.