The New Orleans City Council overrode Mayor Cantrell's veto of the 2026 budget, froze new spending, honored military service, celebrated Edna Karr High's win, initiated a sustainable energy program, and extended parking meter limits.

DPW's Shannon Oldfield-Blanks visited a NOLA school to teach students about city infrastructure, engaging their curiosity in street repairs and safety gear used by crews.

DPW's Deputy Director taught local students about city infrastructure and safety, engaging them with discussions on street signs and subterranean systems.

New Orleans' DPW engaged with residents to discuss infrastructure upgrades, prioritizing public input and transparency through outreach events and meetings.

New Orleans is facing delays in replacing lead service lines due to a snag in contracting a project management firm, with concerns over funding and compliance with the LCRI mandate by 2037.

New Orleans introduces a Christmas Tree Recycling Program to aid coastal resilience by repurposing holiday trees for wetland restoration, with curbside pick-up options for residents.

New Orleans adjusts trash collection schedule for Christmas, excluding the French Quarter and DDD, with pickups delayed by one day post-25th December.

New Orleans launches a $28 million Distributed Energy Resource Program to improve grid reliability and resilience without extra costs to ratepayers, especially after Hurricane Ida's impact.

The St. Charles Parish Council will discuss various items, including contract adjustments for infrastructure projects and the allocation of opioid litigation funds for legal support, in their January 12, 2026 meeting.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's deputies were commended for 10-15 years of service, highlighting their dedication to the community and law enforcement's positive role.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office celebrated the graduation of Basic Corrections Classes 2-25 and 3-25, emphasizing the new deputies' rigorous training and commitment to integrity and public service.

New Orleans area fire departments share holiday and winter fire safety tips, including tree maintenance, proper lighting use, heating practices, and the importance of smoke alarms.

The New Orleans Governmental Affairs Committee discussed Bourbon Street safety and legislative updates, considering pedestrian-safety gates and contract extensions for city services.