A New Orleans man, Diontae Dorsey, pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and firearms charges, facing a potential life sentence and fines. His sentencing is scheduled for February 27, 2025.

El Salvadoran national Lorenzo Alexander Benitez was sentenced to 2 years probation for illegal reentry into the U.S. after a guilty plea and a prior deportation.

A Slidell man was sentenced for manufacturing and selling explosives without a license. His activities were part of a crackdown by the Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative.

Brandie Rowe pleads guilty to drug trafficking and money laundering in a case highlighting interstate narcotics distribution and faces up to 20 years in prison per count.

A man was shot to death in Pearl River, prompting an investigation by local authorities; details and motive remain unclear as the community seeks answers.

Louisiana AG Liz Murrill urges reporting of racist spam texts linked to a Polish VPN, as her Cyber Unit, FBI, and other agencies investigate the widespread messages invoking slavery.

The New Orleans Civil Service Commission will investigate NOPD promotions after allegations of undue influence by Mayor Cantrell. The inquiry will probe potential political interference in the promotions process.

A live tiger will be featured at the LSU-Alabama game, sparking debate over animal ethics. The tiger's owner has a history of federal citations, and there's ambiguity over who's responsible for the animal's care and insurance.

New Orleans City Council President Helena Moreno filed paperwork for a mayoral run, indicating her intention to campaign before making a formal announcement.

Katy Perry and Train will headline the 2025 Endymion Extravaganza during Mardi Gras in New Orleans, returning to the Caesar's Superdome and traditional parade route.

NOPD arrests an 18-year-old as a second suspect in a Seventh District homicide case. Both suspects face second-degree murder charges for the shooting death of a 36-year-old man.

The St. John the Baptist Parish School Board in Louisiana voted to close Fifth Ward Elementary, located near a plant emitting carcinogens, due to financial issues and low enrollment.

New Orleans begins community engagement to shape its Electric Transportation Roadmap, aiming to reduce emissions and incorporate public input, focusing on inclusivity and sustainability.