Amy Boraks
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Goat gets “arrested” by Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office
Following Hurricane Ida, a Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Deputy encountered a displaced goat. When the goat began resisting, it was "arrested" for battery of an officer, harassment and criminal mischief before being released into the custody of its owner. → Read More
Goat gets “arrested” by Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office
Following Hurricane Ida, a Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Deputy encountered a displaced goat. When the goat began resisting, it was "arrested" before being released into the custody of its owner. → Read More
Two men shot dead in Algiers double homicide
Police are investigating a double homicide after two men were shot dead in Algiers on August 16, 2021. → Read More
Two men shot dead in Algiers double homicide
Police are investigating a double homicide after two men were shot dead in Algiers on August 16, 2021. → Read More
Sandbag locations open ahead of Invest 92L
Multiple parishes are making sandbags available to their residents ahead of heavy rain. → Read More
BREAKING: Pedestrian hit and killed on I-10 East
Officers' initial reports show a woman was hit on I-10 East just past the Michoud Blvd. exit. → Read More
Jefferson Parish hosts multiple blood drive events
Appointments are recommended but not required. If you prefer to book an appointment, you can do so by calling (800) 86-BLOOD. → Read More
St. Charles Parish-President brings updates during severe weather
Residents are asked to drive with caution and if a flooded street is encountered, to turn around and go a different way. → Read More
Parking restrictions lifted in New Orleans as heavy rain passes
Those restrictions are lifted until 6:00 p.m. on May 18. Remember to stay clear from blocking streetcar tracks, sidewalks and bike paths. → Read More
May 18 — Severe weather impacting Louisiana
Later this afternoon, Governor Edwards will discuss the severe weather and flooding in Southwest Louisiana, as well as the weather forecast across the state for the rest of the week. → Read More
Severe weather impacts Louisiana
Later this afternoon, Governor John Bel Edwards will discuss the severe weather and flooding in Southwest Louisiana as well as the weather forecast across the state for the rest of the week. → Read More
At least two people dead after crash into Metairie canal
According to JPSO, the car appears to be the only vehicle involved in the crash. → Read More
JPSO: Two people dead after car crashes into Metairie canal
According to Captain Jason Rivarde, the car appears to be the only vehicle involved in the crash. → Read More
Entergy representative discusses power outages from early morning storms
Entergy asks that if any residents see downed power lines or equipment, you contact Entergy by calling 1-800-9OUTAGE. → Read More
Small plane crashes into Hattiesburg home, killing four people
Hattiesburg police say the plane crashed into a home on Annie Christie Dr. around 11:30 p.m. last night. → Read More
Multiple juveniles escape from Bridge City Center for Youth
As of the last update around 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, none of the escapees have been apprehended. It’s unknown exactly how many escaped. → Read More
Search continues for the multiple juveniles who escaped from Bridge City Center for Youth
Exactly how many juveniles escaped is unknown at this time, but as of the last update around 6:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, none of the escapees have been apprehended. → Read More
NOPD: Five captured, one still on the run after escape from Bridge City Center for Youth
Exactly how many juveniles escaped is unknown at this time, but as of the last update around 4:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, all but one of the escapees have been apprehended. → Read More
Two-alarm fire destroys building in Central City
Neighbors told firefighters that the building was vacant, however, three homeless people were known to stay inside. → Read More
Need a COVID-19 vaccine? Here’s where to make an appointment.
Locations offering the vaccine have limited quantities, which means an appointment is required to receive one. → Read More