NOPD arrested Courtney Cantrell for the murder of Patricia Fitzgerald, with a hearing pending for extradition proceedings.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a truck while jogging in Money Hill subdivision; the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Traffic Division is investigating the incident.

NOPD seeks public help to identify a suspect who stole an air conditioner and bathtub on Parc Brittany Boulevard.

NOPD has obtained an arrest warrant for Gordon Lewis in a 2014 cold case homicide of Michael Young. Lewis was already in prison for unrelated charges.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is building an underwater barrier in the Mississippi River to stop saltwater intrusion threatening southern Louisiana's fresh water supply.

Two teenagers were shot in Boutte, with one sustaining serious injuries. The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident and seeking information.

The New Orleans area experiences warm and humid conditions with temperatures around 80°F, a mix of sun and clouds, and a chance of afternoon showers. The calm weather pattern is expected to continue with consistent temperatures and clear skies.

A fatal motorcycle crash on the I-10 West in New Orleans claimed the life of a rider. The NOPD is investigating the solo-vehicle incident that occurred on Sunday evening.

New Orleans Police seek Carl Newman for information related to a 2022 homicide. Newman is not a suspect but may have key details. The public can provide tips anonymously.

Lafourche Parish public schools will reopen on September 17 after Hurricane Francine, as the community works to maintain the school calendar, including retaining the scheduled Fall Break.

Hurricane Francine causes court disruptions in Lafourche Parish, leading to closures and rescheduled services as officials work to restore operations.

The NWS forecasts a mix of sunshine and showers in New Orleans with high humidity and temperatures in the mid-80s°F for the week, with nightly lows around 73-74°F.

A crash on I-10 East's Twin Span Bridge caused delays and a three-mile backup, but all lanes eventually reopened.