The Texas horned lizard hasn't been reliably recorded in Louisiana for decades. State documents, historical records and Texas recovery work explain why.

Northshore High alum Madison Plummer, 23, is the first Black woman hired full-time to an NFL equipment staff after joining the Los Angeles Rams.

The governor has signed onto a federal foster initiative and a state budget would add money to raise daily board payments. Officials say higher pay is aimed at recruiting and keeping more licensed homes for kids in care.

NOPD warns of tow-away zones, rolling street closures and heavy enforcement across downtown and the French Quarter for St. Patrick's Day parades.

A Harvey man was arrested after a Marrero shooting left a 39‑year‑old hospitalized; deputies recovered a gun and booked Demond Poole on attempted‑murder and weapons counts.

A Vermilion Parish corrections deputy was fired after a grand jury indictment accused him of sexual misconduct with an inmate. Authorities say the complaint was forwarded to prosecutors and the deputy posted bond.

Officials identified Bobby Lavigne as the 23-year-old who died after a double shooting on Chef Menteur Highway in New Orleans East. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

Average metro home prices rose to $372,748 in February even as closed sales fell 12.8%, driven by parish-level swings and pricier closings.

City leaders asked the Sewerage & Water Board to return $14M set aside for a federal HERO grant as cash pressures mount. The board says it had relied on the pledge.

A newly published photo collection revives memories of West End Park's over‑water restaurants as local officials and neighbors revisit plans for the long‑vacant lakefront site.

Mylar balloons contacting a power line knocked out service for parts of New Orleans East on March 15; crews restored power within about an hour.

St. Landry deputies say DCFS removed 10 children from a Church Point home; 51-year-old Christy Enriquez was arrested and faces felony cruelty and false-swearing charges.

MSY warns of extended TSA waits as staffing shortfalls and spring-break crowds slow screening. Officials urge arriving at least three hours before departure.