New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell attends the Smart City Expo in Barcelona to discuss urban sustainability, amidst scrutiny over her travel expenses and amid a federal investigation.

NORD Commission, in partnership with the City of New Orleans and Xavier University students, launches its Annual Christmas Toy Drive to support children in need, with donations accepted at multiple locations.

The New Orleans Fire Department advises residents to change their smoke alarm batteries when setting clocks back for daylight saving time, promoting safety and offering free smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

New Orleans is set to activate additional school zone flashing beacons for safety, complying with Act No. 103's operation times for school zone cameras.

New Orleans introduces the NOLA Walk of Fame to honor distinguished locals, with plans for an educational program, museum, and documentary. Mayor Cantrell emphasizes celebrating the city's diverse heritage.

New Orleans is activating additional school zone flashers on November 4 to improve safety and meet State requirements. Violators speeding during designated times will receive citations.

New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick celebrated her first year with a 41% decline in citywide crime, including notable drops in homicides and carjackings. She credited team strategies for the success.

New Orleans Police add outside assessors for officer promotion tests amid fairness concerns and denials of political retaliation, with a comprehensive review planned for 2025.

New Orleans starts demolition at Gordon Plaza, a subdivision built on an old landfill, for a new solar farm, addressing past injustices and aiming for sustainability, as Mayor Cantrell and other officials announce.

Louisiana broke its early voting record with significant Republican turnout, according to multiple reports including the Shreveport Times and FOX 8 Live.

An ordinance passed in New Orleans aims to rejuvenate historic commercial buildings, particularly in the 7th, 8th, and 9th wards, by allowing them to be used for small businesses.

Tangipahoa Parish in Louisiana is under a burn ban due to dry conditions, with exemptions for certain cooking methods. Residents are urged to be cautious and the ban is in effect until further notice.

New Orleans City Hall will close early at 1 p.m. due to Taylor Swift's concert, but the Registrar of Voters Office will stay open for early voting until 6 p.m. Normal hours resume Monday.