An upcoming St. Charles Parish meeting will discuss upgrading the Sunset Pump Station to address coastal erosion and flooding issues. Public input is encouraged.

Suspect Kyle J. Thomsen has been arrested for a series of arsons in New Orleans’ Bywater neighborhood, facing multiple charges including aggravated and simple arson.

The New Orleans City Council Committee discussed Mardi Gras safety, city appointments, and a public safety funding agreement with the Sheriff’s Office.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has introduced the Whole-of-Louisiana Energy Strategy, aiming to synchronize public and private efforts to elevate the state's position in the energy economy.

Louisiana has partnered with Persona AI for a humanoid robotics pilot program at a steel fabrication facility, aiming to improve safety and efficiency.

The redevelopment of New Orleans' former Naval Support Activity East Bank site has started, aiming to add affordable housing, retail, and innovation hub Newlab New Orleans for economic growth.

The LDWF rescued four individuals from Bayou Cocodrie after their vessel capsized; the individuals were treated for hypothermia and the incident is under investigation.

The LDWF has scheduled a public meeting for anglers to discuss Lake Claiborne's fisheries management, happening on February 24, 2026, at the state park conference center.

Louisiana's recreational fishing season ended with 947,103 pounds of Red Snapper caught, surpassing the quota by 5.8%, thus reducing the 2026 quota to compensate. The state will adjust the next season's days.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon promoted civics education in New Orleans at the History Rocks! Trail to Independence tour ahead of the U.S. Semiquincentennial.

Louisiana's fall inshore shrimp season is closing on January 26 in some state waters due to undersized shrimp, with Breton and Chandeleur Sounds remaining open.

St. Bernard Parish Government praised the Taskforce Opioid Program for helping achieve the lowest opioid-related deaths in years, emphasizing the collaborative efforts in treatment and education.

Operation Boo Dat 2025 concluded with the arrest of 38 felons, including sexual predators, and an endangered child's recovery, thanks to multi-agency collaboration.