Louis Armstrong MSY will receive roughly $5.78M in federal funds to rebuild its north terminal and add automated passenger exit lanes, part of a $14.86M statewide package.

A driver was arrested after a hit-and-run in Elmwood killed a 43-year-old New Orleans man. State police say the suspect was booked on a hit-and-run resulting in death.

Grammy-nominated trumpeter Emanuel Mitchell was stabbed during a Frenchmen Street set and is recovering. The suspect remains at large and his partner has launched a fundraiser.

NOPD released surveillance stills after a mid‑April car theft on Canal Street; detectives say the vehicle was recovered and want tips at 504‑658‑6080 or Crimestoppers.

A 45‑year‑old man, identified as Jonathan McFarland, was found dead about a quarter‑mile from a multi‑vehicle crash on I‑10 near milepost 220, officials say.

A Marrero resident was arrested Thursday after a cyber‑tip allegedly connected him to Google uploads of child sexual abuse material.

Mandeville Fire/EMS warns North Shore residents to secure outdoor items and enable emergency alerts as NWS watches a possible complex of strong storms late Friday.

A Kenner man was found guilty in the 2024 shooting death of his brother-in-law, a case prosecutors say grew from years of family conflict.

House Bill 222 would require Louisiana Medicaid to cover dental procedures needed to clear patients for surgeries or cancer treatment; the fiscal note projects modest costs. Lawmakers say the change could remove a barrier to care.

A Reserve man who fled a traffic stop in LaPlace was arrested days later after deputies recovered a rifle from the vehicle.

A woman and a man were wounded in two separate shootings Thursday in Central City and the Bayou St. John area, police say.

The House voted 89‑8 to advance HB1243, shifting rate‑setting, budgets and hiring authority for the Sewerage & Water Board to the New Orleans City Council. Supporters say it speeds fixes; opponents warn of financing risks.

At least 10 people were wounded in a targeted shooting at the Mall of Louisiana food court in Baton Rouge; officials say some victims were bystanders and investigators are seeking video. Multiple agencies, including federal teams, joined the response.