NOPD thanked Ricky Ricard Jr. for his support to the Special Operations Division with a Certificate of Appreciation for his contributions of food and drinks.

Two shipping companies admitted to illegally dumping oily water and were fined $1.85 million, with a prohibition on U.S. operations. The Chief Engineer was also convicted.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is working to secure permanent state funding for domestic violence services, moving away from the reliance on one-time appropriations.

A dense fog advisory was issued by the National Weather Service for southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi until 10 AM with poor visibility and hazardous driving conditions.

Early voting for the Municipal Primary Election on March 29, 2025, starts March 15 and ends March 22, from 8:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. daily, excluding Sunday.

A former Army Reservist was sentenced for conspiring to steal government funds by claiming unreperformed military funeral honors. He received one-year probation, community service, and must pay restitution.

Upcoming lane closures on I-10 in New Orleans for construction surveys will affect traffic starting February 24, 2025, with both Eastbound and Westbound sections impacted.

St. Bernard Sheriff's Office highlighted their safety measures during the Knights of Nemesis Mardi Gras parade on Facebook.

The St. John Parish Parks & Recreation 10U All Star Basketball Team won the Jr. NBA League Championship in Plaquemines, as celebrated in a social media post.

A fire at an Entergy substation in Reserve, LA, caused a power outage, affecting local businesses, schools, and homes. Authorities were working to restore power, estimated at 3 hours.

St. Bernard Sheriff's Office is increasing its presence at the Knights of Nemesis Carnival Parade, providing safety and live social media updates to the public.

New Orleans police report a 72% drop in illegal firearm possession arrests and a 54% decrease in gun seizures year-over-year, according to preliminary figures.

A tanker truck crash on I-49 in Alexandria, LA caused a major road closure, with cleanup underway and traffic redirected to US 71. The DOTD is urging caution and patience from motorists.