Pregnant 17-year-old killed in Louisiana road rage shooting
A pregnant Louisiana teenager was killed Sunday when she was struck by a bullet fired from another vehicle in what police are calling a road rage shooting.
Louisiana explosion: Fire 90% contained at Roseland manufacturing plant; evacuation order stands
The explosive fire in Roseland, Louisiana, remains active as of Saturday night. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
Louisiana explosion: Evacuation underway due to fire at Roseland manufacturing plant
A mandatory evacuation is in effect for anyone within one mile of the manufacturing plant.
New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell indicted after corruption investigation
The indictment is the culmination of a long-running federal corruption investigation into Cantrell, the first female mayor in the city’s 300-year history.
Fake Love, Real Fraud: Marietta man convicted in $3M romance scam
Kenneth G. Akpieyi of Marietta was convicted on three federal charges for his role in a romance scam that defrauded victims out of more than $3 million.
Multi-state sex trafficking ring exposed at Southfield hotel
An alleged sex trafficking ring was exposed Monday after the suspect brought one of his victims to a Southfield hotel.
National Hurricane Center watching disturbance in Gulf
The system near the southeastern U.S. coast is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, with low chances of tropical development.
Gulf storm Invest 93L threatens coast with flooding | Will it impact Atlanta?
The system is expected to remain disorganized and move inland quickly, with flood watches issued for areas along the Gulf Coast.
ICE arrests over 80 undocumented workers in Louisiana racetrack raid
ICE raided Delta Downs Racetrack in Louisiana, arresting over 80 undocumented workers.
Louisiana authorities arrest girlfriend of escaped inmate for conspiracy in coordinated jailbreak operation
The Louisiana Attorney General announced that a former Orleans Parish Sheriff's employee was arrested for allegedly helping her boyfriend Derrick Groves escape from jail.
Authorities raid home where New Orleans jail escapee appeared to shoot video pleading for help: source
Antoine Massey appeared to film a video requesting help from rappers and President Donald Trump as the manhunt continues.
Here are the new U.S. lightning capitals based on 2024 data
The latest annual lightning report reveals the latest lightning capitals across the U.S.
Huge Sahara dust cloud to impact Florida, Louisiana, and more this week
A wide-reaching Sahara dust plume is sweeping across the Caribbean and expected to impact parts of the southern US this week. Here’s how it could affect health, skies, and hurricane season.
NBA YoungBoy says Trump pardoned him: 'This moment means a lot'
Rapper NBA YoungBoy announced on Instagram that he has received a pardon from President Donald Trump.
New Orleans prison escape: Two escapees captured in Huntsville, another captured in Baton Rouge
Two escapees remain on the loose after three were captured in the cities of Huntsville, Texas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Monday.
5 arrested for allegedly aiding escaped inmates in New Orleans
Police made five more arrests in New Orleans prison break case, bringing the total to 12. Authorities continue to search for multiple fugitives, including Lenton Vanburen.
Tailless alligator seen waddling across road in Southern Louisiana
A tailless alligator was seen slowly waddling across a road in southern Louisiana on Monday, May 19, as onlookers watched in disbelief, footage shows.
New Orleans jailbreak: Crypto site lets users bet on next inmate capture
Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction site, is letting users wager on which escaped New Orleans inmate will be caught next—just days after 10 inmates broke out of the Orleans Justice Center.
Louisiana jail worker arrested for allegedly helping 10 inmates escape Orleans Parish facility
Six inmates are still on the run after escaping a New Orleans prison last week - and authorities say a maintenance worker has been arrested in connection with their escape.
Woman lived in home with dead son for 9 months, police say
The house where the man’s body was found has been condemned due to its “horrific conditions,” officials said.