Four Navy commands signed an agreement in New Orleans to form the Gulf Coast Defense Catalyst, pairing naval labs with industry and UNO to speed defense tech and local jobs.

Police released surveillance images after a June 19 armed robbery near Dufossat Street and are asking the public for tips.

A LaPlace man was arrested after deputies say he fired from an apartment balcony early Tuesday, missing his wife and damaging a neighboring unit. Multiple felony charges were filed.

Three people were wounded in a shooting on the 3400 block of Franklin Avenue in Gentilly Terrace; police say one was taken by EMS and others arrived by private car. Detectives are investigating.

A volunteer CoCoRaHS gauge near Cottonport recorded 29.06 inches in 24 hours — a new Louisiana record — as Arthur’s remnants drenched central Louisiana.

After five years on Oak Street, 14 Parishes closed its Uptown restaurant on June 21 and says it will keep feeding the city via its Likkle 14 food truck while owners plot a new venture.

City Council moved Housing Trust Fund money to top up the state’s $10,000 Fortify Homes grant, targeting low- and median-income homeowners who need extra funds to finish FORTIFIED roof upgrades.

A man was shot near a Marrero restaurant at Barataria Boulevard and Patriot Street and was taken to a hospital with life‑threatening injuries; deputies remained on scene as investigators probed the incident.

St. Augustine High alum Jaron Pierre Jr. was taken No. 58 by the Pelicans, returning home after a breakout season at SMU.

Chalmette will celebrate hometown NBA champion Mitchell Robinson Thursday evening; expect lane closures and detours along Judge Perez Drive.

Muggy morning with highs near 93°F and a slight chance of afternoon storms; heat index could top 105°F. Check cooling‑center options if you lack reliable A/C.

Jeff "Beachbum" Berry’s Latitude 29 keeps tiki cocktails and kitsch alive in the French Quarter. A recent photo gallery has locals recalling the Bali Hai and the city's tiki past.

Half Shell Oyster House opened June 24 in Foley’s restored Foley Bakery building, serving New Orleans‑inspired oysters, gumbo and other Gulf seafood. The new spot joins downtown’s recent revival.