Metairie is gearing up for the inaugural New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix, affecting traffic near Bonnabel Boat Launch with street closures from June 27-29. The event includes races, a poker run, and festivities.

NOPD's recent crime stats show a decrease in gun-related arrests and firearm seizures, suggesting potential progress in combating gun violence in New Orleans.

US 171 Northbound in Beauregard Parish will have a partial closure for utility work on June 18 from 6 AM to 2 PM.

NOPD seeks help finding a suspect involved in two burglaries on Baronne Street. The individual targeted a building twice, and authorities released surveillance images to assist identification.

NOPD seeks help finding a man linked to a June 4 armed robbery on Chef Menteur Highway, identified by a distinctive tattoo and last seen in black clothing.

Lane closures for bridge inspection will slow traffic on LA 27 at Ellender Bridge in Calcasieu Parish, with single-lane access from 8 am to 5 pm on June 16-17.

The Black Bayou Pontoon Bridge in Louisiana is closed to vehicles due to mechanical issues, but open for marine traffic; drivers must use an alternative route.

Louisiana voters faced ballot shortages during a special election, with high turnout resulting in voters being turned away and questioning the election's validity. Despite this, incumbent Erica Johnson claimed victory.

New Orleans is expecting a week of showers and thunderstorms with high humidity, as the National Weather Service forecasts high chances of rain, especially today, Tuesday, and on Juneteenth.

Sean Barrette was convicted by a jury for a series of fatal shootings in East Jefferson, after a short deliberation, despite pleading not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity.

Marrero man gets 66-month jail term for narcotics and weapons charges; he's also subject to supervised release and a fine after a federal investigation.

Missouri man Eric Charles Fuller was sentenced to 57 months in prison for planning to engage in sexual conduct with a minor in Louisiana, part of Project Safe Childhood efforts.

Odine Dominick from New Orleans pled guilty to drug trafficking and firearms charges before his trial began. He faces a minimum of 10 years to life in prison.