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.

A Marietta man was sentenced to 25 years after a romance scam reportedly bilked dozens of mostly older Louisiana widows out of millions.

Louisiana State Police and LDWF collaborate for Mardi Gras safety, focusing on both Bourbon Street and Mississippi River navigational hazards, as shared in an LSP Facebook post.

A Texas man, Corey Toliver, pleaded guilty to federal drug charges in Louisiana for intent to distribute cocaine and faces a minimum of 10 years in prison.

Belinda Martin was sentenced to five years' probation for access device fraud, embezzling over $1,000 from her employer. She must also pay restitution and a special fee.

Mayor Helena Moreno and the Save Our Soul Coalition will unveil a master plan today to guide repairs and long‑term reuse of the Morris F.X. Jeff Municipal Auditorium.

Nearly 20 years after his death on Mardi Gras night, Toby Beaugh's family has renewed a public plea and is working with Crime Stoppers and the NOPD.

Vivace International is fabricating a major cone section for Starlab at NASA’s Michoud, and a recent Cerberus buyout could boost local production. The cone is due by June 2026.

A Chinese national with a fake passport was sentenced to time served and will be deported following a U.S. district judge's ruling. The case is part of Operation Take Back America.

New Orleans expects varied weather, with cloud cover making way for sunshine and warm temperatures, along with chances of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a cooler period.

Nunez Community College and SME are partnering to train workers for a projected surge in Gulf Coast shipbuilding and maritime jobs. The program pairs colleges, K‑12 and employers.

Storm repairs, grid upgrades and regulatory riders are showing up on New Orleans electric bills. Here’s what’s driving the jump and what to watch next.