A ship collision with a tugboat near the Luling Bridge resulted in the sinking of the tugboat; all crew were safely rescued and assessed for injuries. Environmental impact is being investigated.

Dense fog advisory issued by NWS in New Orleans due to visibility under a quarter mile affecting southeast Louisiana until 9 AM CST. Drivers cautioned to slow down and use headlights.

New Orleans celebrated Kwanzaa and Hanukkah with community events focusing on unity and resilience, including dance, discussions, and traditional ceremonies.

A driver led Troop Nola on a pursuit after refusing to stop, ending in a crash with another car. The vehicle was confirmed stolen, and the driver was arrested; another unrelated stolen vehicle was also found nearby. No injuries were reported.

A child was safely recovered after a carjacking in Algiers, where a gunman took a car with the child inside. The NOPD found the vehicle and child unharmed. Details of the suspect remain undisclosed.

The NWS New Orleans forecast predicts clear skies and pleasant temperatures for the last days of 2024, with some patchy fog and a chance of showers by Friday.

Iconic sports broadcaster Greg Gumbel passed away at age 78 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a 50-year legacy and touching tributes from the sports community.

Eight people were injured in a shooting outside a Wallace business in St. John the Baptist Parish, with the investigation ongoing and no arrests yet made.

The National Weather Service forecasts severe weather in New Orleans, including showers and thunderstorms, with a mostly sunny outlook for the upcoming week.

Lawrence Hecker, an ex-priest convicted of rape, died at 93 in prison. His death is a sober end to his long-standing abuse case that left deep scars on victims and the New Orleans community.

A 13-year-old boy, Benjamin Mixon, was killed in Kentwood, LA, after a vehicle struck his bike. Another cyclist was injured, and the incident is under investigation.

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking a woman involved in scamming several Dollar General stores, allegedly tricking employees and stealing nearly $1,000.

An RV and a tour bus caught fire in separate incidents near Treme, causing disruptions along I-10. All passengers evacuated the bus safely; the RV cause and injuries are unknown.