Weather
Louisiana Shrimpers Brace for Impact as LOOP Oil Spill Hits Peak Spawning Season
Cleanup crews have recovered most oil, but shrimpers warn eggs and larvae may have been exposed before the spring inshore shrimp season.
Thousands Lose Power in St. Charles, Louisiana
Entergy working to restore electricity to over 4,000 customers
Spring Forward This Sunday for Daylight Saving Time
Clocks will move forward one hour as daylight hours increase in New Orleans
Crime
Fixer Pleads Guilty in NCAA Basketball Point-Shaving Scheme
Jalen Smith admitted to charges of bribery, wire fraud, and illegal firearm possession in the wide-ranging scandal.
Louisiana State Police Investigate Deadly Chase, Crash on North Broad Street
Suspect allegedly evaded troopers, crashed into bridge support, killing unborn child
NOPD Seeks Public Tips After Texas Drive Home Burglary
Suspect Leroy Jenkins III accused of attacking sleeping woman, stealing property
Science
Coastal Sea Levels May Be Higher Than Previously Thought
New study finds measurements may underestimate sea level rise, especially in the Global South
Swamps Emerge as Major Methane Emitters Amid Global Warming
Scientists find wetlands may be responsible for more methane than fossil fuel operations
Tulane Launches NSF-Funded Summer Research Program
The 10-week initiative integrates lab research with real-world impacts.
Politics
New Orleans City Council Grills Sewage and Water Board Over Aging Infrastructure
Repeated water main breaks have city leaders demanding action on the utility's aging pipes.
Louisiana Governor Proposes Teacher Pay Raises and Income Tax Elimination
Landry pushes constitutional amendment to fund permanent teacher pay increases and discusses plans to eventually phase out state income tax.
Airports Report Long Lines as Airlines Urge Congress to Fund DHS
Security wait times exceed 2 hours at some airports due to partial government shutdown
Travel
Doctor Stranded in Qatar Amid Iran-U.S. Conflict Traveled 62 Hours to Get Home
Dr. Jay Miller had to take matters into his own hands to get back to the U.S. after his flight was diverted due to the escalating tensions between Iran and the U.S.
Airport Security Delays Worsen as Unpaid TSA Officers Call Out Sick
Long lines at several U.S. airports highlight staffing issues during government shutdown
American Doctor's Epic Journey Home from Qatar Amid Middle East Conflict
Dr. Jay Miller spent 5 nights stranded in Doha before escaping the region through a harrowing multi-country journey.
