Utility work by Hard Rock Construction prompted a lane closure on South Broad Street in New Orleans, part of a larger infrastructure project set to complete by fall 2025.

Former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie is under investigation for policy violations including drinking on duty while serving as Mayor Cantrell's bodyguard.

Dr. Avis Williams will leave her position as NOLA Public Schools Superintendent on December 1, 2024, after impactful reforms and educational advancements.

Louisiana Swamp Tours, LLC, has been sentenced to pay a fine and serve probation for making false statements to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding watercraft repairs.

Louisiana's House voted to end the state's $150 million film tax credit, a key booster of its entertainment industry; the industry fears the impact while some legislators push for economic reform.

Peter Nealon from Schenectady was sentenced to 60 months in prison for intending to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor.

New Orleans launched an online youth programs directory in partnership with various organizations to centralize information on services for young residents.

An OIG audit finds the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office overpaid deputies $259,758 in overtime during the 2023 Mardi Gras due to improper payment calculations.

NOPD Chief Kirkpatrick halts officer promotions for a review of the testing process after allegations of bias and cheating, with an independent assessment forthcoming and a broader investigation into the concerns.

Jefferson Parish announces an event on November 18, 2024, celebrating National Adoption and Foster Care Day, aiming to find permanent homes for five children.

The New Orleans Civil Service Commission will investigate NOPD promotions after allegations of undue influence by Mayor Cantrell. The inquiry will probe potential political interference in the promotions process.

New Orleans City Council President Helena Moreno filed paperwork for a mayoral run, indicating her intention to campaign before making a formal announcement.

The city pairs up with the Health Department to provide hospitality workers with Narcan and Stop the Bleed trainings to handle overdoses and injuries effectively.