An ordinance passed in New Orleans aims to rejuvenate historic commercial buildings, particularly in the 7th, 8th, and 9th wards, by allowing them to be used for small businesses.

The National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies in New Orleans today with a high of 83 degrees and variable cloudiness and chances of showers in the following days.

Mexican national Maurilio Jastinto-Juarez pleads guilty to illegal reentry after deportation, facing potential penalties including prison time and fines, with sentencing set for January 2025.

Lane closures on Downman Road in New Orleans are in effect for DPW street improvements until December 2024, with daily alternations from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Louisiana authorities are searching for "The Saw Bandit," Alfred Roy Cobb, for failed ATM robberies using saws. Cobb's accomplice, Daniela Lucas, was arrested.

The Eastbound Broad Street entrance ramp in New Orleans is closed due to safety concerns, with no set date for reopening. Motorists must use detours and follow signage.

An attempted carjacking led to the evacuation of Rouses Market in New Orleans, with the suspect, Joel Lee Miller, taken into custody; the store reopened later that evening.

Percy Howard from Terrebonne Parish pled guilty to significant drug trafficking and firearms charges, facing a minimum of 10 years to life in prison and fines up to $10 million.

Kenneth Tate from New Orleans received a 64-month sentence for federal firearm violations, including illegal possession of firearms due to past felonies.

Eric Falkins from New Orleans faces federal drug and gun charges, with potential prison time and fines, described in a Department of Justice statement.

New Orleans will clean and refurbish exteriors and windows of City Hall and other landmarks, using pressure wash drones and specialized cleaners to preserve historic details and improve environments for public servants and citizens.

The NOPD is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Oct. 26 in Algiers, resulting in one death. Details on the victim and motive are pending further investigation.

A woman died in Slidell after being hit by two SUVs; authorities are investigating the accident and the cause is still unknown. The drivers' impairment has been ruled out.