The article discusses a measles outbreak in the US with 3,190 cases, most among the unvaccinated, and the New Orleans Health Department's urging for MMR vaccination.

Clerks want a carve‑out after a privacy law let officials scrub court and property records. A pending bill would shield district‑clerk databases from redaction requests.

Road closure at Jackson Ave. and Lakeshore Drive in Mandeville is planned for 24 hours starting February 23, 2026, due to roadway coating installation at the pedestrian crossing.

Civil rights icon Reverend Dr. Jesse Jackson has died, leaving a legacy of activism and a call for continued civic engagement and voting to advance civil rights.

The New Orleans Ethics Review Board met to discuss city governance ethics, focusing on the review process for the Independent Police Monitor appointment.

New Orleans allocates $1 million for a plan to develop Armstrong Park into a cultural hub, without affecting the general fund, using unused bond money from 2024.

Mayor Chip Johnson cast the deciding vote as Hernando moved to raise sewer fees to help cover a $2.6 million utility-fund shortfall. Some charges were doubled under the new schedule.

The Louisiana SPCA narrowed adoption hours and limited responses after a steep city funding cut. Local rescues say they're already overwhelmed by redirected calls.

Southeastern will create a standalone College of Nursing and reshuffle health and education units to better align programs with regional workforce demand ahead of fall 2026.

Jefferson Parish says a fleet of docked drones has cut many 911 response times to about two minutes, officials report early drops in most crime categories.

New Orleans forecast includes patchy fog, sunny skies, gentle breezes, with chances of showers and thunderstorms over the weekend, followed by clear, sunny weather and cooler temperatures.

New Orleans will host the North America's 50 Best Restaurants awards on May 28, 2026, and will also stage Bocuse d'Or and pastry qualifiers at the convention center in July.

Gretna Police Department launches an online safety campaign, advising the public on preventing cyber threats through strong passwords, cautious information sharing, and educating children on internet use.