Officials allege she defrauded the city while trying to keep hidden her relationship with a police officer assigned to protect her.

The federal indictment unsealed Friday against Mayor LaToya Cantrell marks the first time a sitting New Orleans mayor has faced criminal charges in the city's history.

Following months of resignations and heated debates, the New Orleans area flood protection agency met in a notably calm session under new president Peter Vicari — though questions remain over a recent board appointment.

Louisiana State Police issued an alert for missing 12-year-old Bryan Vasquez from New Orleans, who has a neurodevelopmental disorder.

Trader Joe's is bringing its store to a new community.

Hours after the ruling, State Attorney General Liz Murrill said the case is now paused. NEW ORLEANS — On Thursday, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the state legislative maps currently in place in Louisiana violate the Voting Rights Act.

New Orleans by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.77 --- Louisiana average: $2.76 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.31 (-10.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.53 (6/14/22)

The main purpose of joint sessions is to give coaches a better way to evaluate starters in a more competitive environment than preseason games.