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The military air base in Belle Chasse, LA, is slated to receive new squadrons of fighter jets for the U.S. Navy and Air Force reservists stationed there. The former commander of the facility, who worked behind the scenes to secure the aircraft, said their arrival will help ensure the future viability of the base.

My church had many latecomers on a recent Sunday after a stopped train blocked traffic on Metairie Road. Again. Stoppages are happening more often since the railroad relocated its inspections and crew changes. The resulting blocked traffic is not only annoying; it’s dangerous, as emergency vehicles cannot get through.

As we move into the 4th of July weekend, police agencies are ramping up efforts to make sure drivers and boaters are sober. "In an effort to prevent alcohol-related injuries and fatalities, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office will be participating in National 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' enforcement campaign...

Chick-fil-A’s new Gretna outpost wasted no time drawing a crowd on June 11, with cars snaking through the drive-thru, customers stacking up at the walk-up window, and more than 1,500 transactions logged before the first day was over. Mayor Belinda Constant even jumped behind the counter to help serve lunch, while openi

A bellflower is an herbaceous plant celebrated for its distinctive bell-shaped blooms. It’s also the name of a smart new art and antiques shopping destination on St. Charles Avenue. Inspired by the floral motifs that adorned 18th-century furniture and architecture, The Bellflower pays homage to the craftsmanship of the

A newly signed Louisiana law requires criminal defendants to seek prosecutor approval for judge trials, drawing criticism from public defenders and local lawmakers. Each day at Orleans Parish Criminal District Court, criminal defendants appear before 12 judges in what is arguably the busiest courthouse in Louisiana. Ma

Louisiana’s most iconic sandwiches are often found in the most unassuming settings, where history isn’t displayed but quietly lived. Inside a small, weathered corner house, a long-running tradition continues through po’boys built on crisp Leidenheimer bread, fresh seafood, and a fryer that has shaped countless meals ov

The Office of Inspector General released a detailed report alleging that a New Orleans Police Department officer committed payroll fraud and violated timekeeping policies for two years.

Help is coming for New Orleans residents in need of assistance paying bills.

Organizers behind the effort to recall Gov. Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill are raising money to expand their reach after a dispute with a local advocacy group cost them a $100,000 donation, throwing a wrench in what was already a complex undertaking. The co-founders of Louisiana Deserves Better,...