Jefferson Parish plans to turn an underused plot into the Kingfish Riverview Development – a mixed-use area with a brewery, restaurant, parking with EV charging, a linear park, and stormwater systems – to rejuvenate downtown Gretna.

LA 523 southbound near Ashley Ridge Blvd in Shreveport will have lane closures for sign updates on March 24, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting.

NOPD's crime stats show arrests and gun seizure trends, including significant law enforcement actions and a decrease in gun-related arrests and firearms seized compared to last year.

ICE arrested multiple individuals for unauthorized employment at a project in Lake Charles, highlighting interagency cooperation and adherence to employment eligibility laws.

The St. Bernard Sheriff's Office has restored 9-1-1 and non-emergency phone lines after facing intermittent issues that affected emergency communication.

The St. Bernard Fire Department won a tug-of-war contest against the Sheriff's Office at the Islenos Fiesta, highlighting camaraderie among first responders.

Upcoming road closures on I-10 East and West ramps at Acadian in Baton Rouge for utility work; detours expected on March 18-19 from 9 AM to 3 PM, weather permitting.

Sunny and clear weather is forecast in New Orleans with comfortable temperatures and light winds, though some windy nights and a chance of rain are expected by the weekend.

A teen died and another was injured when a GMC struck their bicycle in St. Bernard Parish, LA. The accident happened in a dimly-lit area and the bike lacked lights.

A Slidell woman, Tana Boudreaux, led police on an early morning chase until her car's wheels fell off, ending with her arrest and a subsequent drug bust.

A St. Bernard Parish man was arrested on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material and for sexually abusing an animal, as reported by Louisiana State Police.

LSU beat Missouri 7-6 in SEC baseball, with LSU sweeping their first series and Missouri's late rally falling short despite overcoming early deficits.

Jefferson Parish Recreation Dept has rescheduled outdoor activities due to severe weather, moving track meets earlier, rescheduling baseball games, and relocating camps indoors.