A New Orleans Civil District Court granted a TRO to stop the City's Finance Department from illegally collecting fees, endorsing an ordinance that ceased such collections for the city's education system.

NOPD's crime stats for August 17-23, 2025, show a drop in gun-related offenses, notable arrests including a second-degree murder charge, and a decrease in firearm seizures compared to last year.

The Louisiana Oyster Task Force will meet on August 26 to discuss the sustainable management of oyster resources, addressing multiple industry pressures.

St. Charles Parish began construction of the Montz I and II Pump Stations to improve flood protection, with officials and the CPRA present at the groundbreaking. The $32 million project aims to increase local resilience against extreme weather.

Jefferson Parish has released a special Bicentennial license plate, with proceeds supporting the local community. The plates are available online or at OMV locations for vehicles under 16,000 lbs.

NOPD's recent report shows a decline in gun arrests and seizures compared to last year, with details on the statistics and their potential implications for crime trends.

New Orleans and Loyola University initiate the "Tune-Up Grant Program" for better sound management in music venues, providing grants and educational opportunities.

St. Charles Parish schedules a meeting for public input on millage rates affecting community funding and infrastructure, with a focus on enhancing levees and services.

St. Charles Parish is initiating a major flood protection project for Montz with the construction of two new pump stations to increase capacity and resilience, funded over $32 million.

The St. Charles Parish Council meeting will address infrastructural needs, including taxes for flood protection and road maintenance, drainage improvements, emergency housing regulations, and a potential USDA grant application.

Jefferson Parish is renaming a section of Mandarin Street to "Lincoln Brennan Way" in honor of WWII veteran Lincoln Brennan, Sr. The unveiling is on August 22, 2025.

Vice President Helena Moreno proposes an ordinance to ensure timely payment to subcontractors on City-funded projects in New Orleans, aligning with the Net 30 schedule.

Jefferson Parish has launched an updated Planning and Zoning Map with a user-friendly interface to facilitate land development processes, featuring direct zoning code links and updated aerial imagery.