Harry Connick Sr., longtime New Orleans district attorney and singer’s father, dead at 97
Harry Connick Sr. was popular as a prosecutor and part-time crooner who moonlighted in New Orleans cabarets. He retired after three decades as a district attorney.
Louisiana's drought is fueling the ‘unprecedented’ crawfish prices this season
Prices over $13 a pound are causing the Louisiana staple to become unaffordable.
New Orleans police welcomes adorable one-eyed miniature horse as new recruit
The New Orleans Police Department has received a heartwarming addition to its team – an adorable one-eyed miniature horse named Patch.
Louisiana sporting goods store employees terminated after chasing thief who stole firearm: report
Three employees at a sporting goods store in Louisiana were terminated from their jobs after attempting to stop a shoplifter who allegedly stole a pistol.
Jayden Daniels, Inland Empire native and dazzling QB for LSU, wins AP college football player of the year
Jayden Daniels, a San Bernardino native who transferred to LSU from Arizona State in 2022, has led the nation in total offense this season with 4,946 yards in 12 games.
Man captured after New Orleans tarmac hatch escape, dramatic runway struggle caught on video
Airport workers tackled a man who authorities say popped open an emergency escape hatch on a Southwest Airlines flight Sunday.
3 teenage girls admit guilt, sentenced to 20 years for carjacking, dragging death of 73-year-old woman
Three teenage girls involved in the dragging death of a woman whose arm was severed during a carjacking in New Orleans last year pleaded guilty Monday to reduced charges and were sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Man survives vicious dog attack with 130 bites and counting: 'I'm grateful to have my life'
Davyta Gray, who was walking in his neighborhood, was suddenly set upon by approximately 10 dogs of various breeds.
Former Louisiana teacher who allegedly gave birth to student's baby faces rape, other charges: authorities
A Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, former teacher was arrested Tuesday for allegedly giving birth to a student’s child, according to authorities.
Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Louisiana man charged with murder after driving with deceased woman's body for a month
The shocking case has left local authorities stunned, as the suspect allegedly drove with the body in the vehicle for 30 days before being apprehended. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death.
McDonald’s franchise had minors working deep fryers, Labor Department finds
A McDonald’s franchise that controls 12 restaurants in metro New Orleans violated child labor laws and has hired more than 80 minors in two states, the U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday.
Wildlife officials use rafts made of life jackets to rescue stranded boaters
The incident occurred when a couple was fishing in a boat that got stuck in the mud on July 3.
Amber Alert issued for Lancaster mom, baby
Officials believe two-month-old Itzel Sanchez and 31-year-old Sabrina Sanchez were kidnapped at gunpoint from their Lake Los Angeles home by Efrain Sanchez Jimenez.
Woman, 28, arrested for posing as 17-year-old high school student
The woman told investigators she enrolled at the Louisiana high school to learn English.
Army renames Louisiana base to honor Black WWI hero who received Medal of Honor
The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.
Meet Zoey: Louisiana dog claims record for world's longest tongue
At 5 inches long, Zoey's tongue is longer than a soda can, according to Guinness World Records.
Cameron Robbins' family seen saying final goodbyes after teen lost at sea
Cameron Robbins was a recent high school graduate and baseball standout. Photos showed the loved ones of Robbins gathering for his memorial service on Sunday.
Teens tried to stop Cameron Robbins before he jumped off Bahamas cruise, passenger's parent says
Several students tried to stop Cameron Robbins before the recent Louisiana high school graduate jumped off a Bahamas cruise last week.
Haunting last words shouted to Baton Rouge teen after he went overboard and vanished
In a viral video that possibly shows the last moments of Cameron Robbins' life, someone is heard yelling, "bye, bye," as the Louisiana high school graduate disappears into the water and the video cuts off.