The New Orleans City Council is questioning Habitat for Humanity over the sale of properties in Musicians’ Village that may affect affordability and cultural integrity.

The St. Charles Parish Council is scheduled to discuss a diverse agenda on December 15, 2025, including fiscal matters, public services, and infrastructure, covering bond issuance and tax renewals.

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry has confirmed the selection of new voting systems to modernize the state's elections, with a focus on transparency and integrity, including paper ballot trails.

Epic Piping invests $25 million in Louisiana operations, creating 76 new jobs with an average salary of $58,377, in response to the growing energy and data center sectors. The expansion will also retain 370 jobs and generate 136 indirect jobs.

BRCC student Caden Fletcher completed an LDWF Enforcement Division Internship, gaining hands-on conservation law enforcement experience.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced the closure of the 2025 fall inshore shrimp season in parts of state waters starting December 15 to protect undersized white shrimp.

Orlando Ponds named St. Tammany Parish Employee of the Month for his outstanding work at the Fairgrounds and for bringing his military discipline to public service.

St. Tammany Parish planted the first "Liberty Tree" in Louisiana for America's 250th anniversary, starting a statewide project to honor the nation's history.

St. Charles Parish begins its $10 million CN Railroad Culverts Project to combat flooding, with federal and local funding, and a 12-month timeline for completion.

New Orleans Councilmember Oliver M. Thomas demands transparency on the city's Lead Service Line Replacement Program to ensure safe drinking water and maintain public trust.

Dr. Evelyn Griffin is appointed as Louisiana's new Surgeon General, recognized for her experience in public health, dedication to maternal health, and educational efforts on healthy living.

The LDWF will release 140 adult Florida Largemouth Bass into Lake Buhlow on December 10 to enhance fishing and retire the fish from hatchery programs.

New Orleans leaders, including Mayor-elect Moreno, demand transparency from U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding "Operation Catahoula Crunch," emphasizing constitutional rights and public trust.