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August 25, 2023

In Gulf of Mexico, 2023 recreational fishing season for greater amberjack comes to close

After catch limits for greater amberjack were met, the 2023 Gulf of Mexico recreational fishing season for the species ended. The closure is needed to protect the specie's population.

August 23, 2023

Raging wildfires sweep Louisiana amid intense heatwave and drought conditions, threatening communities

Numerous wildfires are currently ablaze across Louisiana, as scorching triple-digit temperatures persist and a dearth of rain exacerbates the situation, leaving little room for relief.

August 19, 2023

Louisiana police capture suspect in murder, assault of 11-year-old Texas girl

Louisiana police have detained a Texas murder suspect accused of assaulting and killing Maria Gonzalez, his 11-year-old neighbor, in their Pasadena apartment complex.

August 14, 2023

New Orleans City Hall announces death of Mayor LaToya Cantrell's husband, attorney Jason Cantrell

Jason Cantrell, the spouse of Mayor LaToya Cantrell, died as confirmed by a news release from City Hall on Monday. No information was provided regarding time or cause of death.

August 11, 2023

Evidence leaks in Madison Brooks case force DA to take drastic action

Prosecutors and defense attorneys involved in the case of LSU sophomore Madison Brooks' alleged rape agreed to limit future release of evidence after a series of leaks.

August 11, 2023

Energy Department invests $1.2 billion in 2 carbon removal projects

The largest "engineered carbon removal" investment in the history of the United States was announced by the Energy Department. The department awarded $1.2 billion to two projects.

August 10, 2023

New Orleans City Council votes to revoke Mayor LaToya Cantrell's access to luxury apartment; veto promised

The New Orleans City Council revoked Mayor LaToya Cantrell's access to a luxury apartment in the famed French Quarter.

August 6, 2023

New Orleans security guard charged with attempted murder after shooting in front of library

A security guard in New Orleans has been charged with several crimes, including attempted second-degree murder, after shooting a man outside the library on Aug. 5, 2023.

August 4, 2023

Drug-addled Louisiana couple face murder, neglect charges in death of infant

Louisiana parents Angel Taylor, 24, and Chevy Lafountain, 31, face charges of child abuse, neglect and second-degree murder in the death of their 4-month old daughter.

August 3, 2023

Louisiana law requiring 'In God We Trust' displayed at all public schools goes into effect

A new law in Louisiana mandates "In God We Trust" be displayed in every classroom of public schools across the state.