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Man convicted of killing ex-girlfriend's father sent to prison for life
A Jefferson Parish judge has ordered a man to spend the rest of his life behind bars after he shot and killed his ex-girlfriend's dad. "A Jefferson Parish judge on Wednesday (Oct. 21) sentenced Jakobe Odoms to spend the rest of his life in prison plus five years," District Attorney Public Information Officer Paul Purpura said in a news release. Prosecutors told jurors that 24-year-old Odoms went to Larry Miller’s home in Harvey on June 13, 2022, and knocked on the door.
Pohlmann retiring as St. Bernard Parish sheriff
Sheriff Jimmy Pohlmann is stepping down in St. Bernard Parish. "In most cases when a politician leaves midterm, it means one of three things: He's either sick, he's involved in a scandal, or he is about to be indicted. I can tell all of you guys, it is none of the above," Pohlmann announced today. "I just thought I was in the perfect time in the life." The sheriff says he wants to leave on top. "I finally made a decision to retire." Pohlman has been sheriff since 2012.
NOPD asking for help finding missing man
Cops are trying to find a man who reportedly stormed out of his home Sunday and has not been since. "New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a critical missing adult," NOPD posted. "Missing is Phillip Miller (pictured), White male, DOB 07/12/1982." Investigators say the 44-year-old man was last seen yesterday in the 3900 block of Saint Claude Avenue. "He left his home in a highly agitated state of mind and was believed to be potentially able to self-harm.
Is no more recycling worth 2x-week garbage pickup in New Orleans?
Sanitation just got more expensive in New Orleans -- the household fee for once-a-week pick-ups went up $8.25 this month. Today, the sanitation department gets its turn before the city council's ongoing budget hearings. Ever since Hurricane Ida five years ago, New Orleans has gone from twice-weekly trash collection to just one pickup a week, and a lot of people have been unhappy about it.
Man stabbed in armed robbery in downtown New Orleans
New Orleans Police say a man was robbed and attached Saturday evening in the Central Business District. "The suspect approached the victim and demanded his property," according to an initial police report. "The suspect then stabbed the victim and fled on foot." It happened just before 5:00pm near the corner of Common Street and Baronne Street. "The victim was transported by NOEMS to a local hospital." There was no information on the victim's condition.
New Orleans cop surrenders to St. Tammany authorities
An NOPD officer is facing criminal gun charges on the Northshore. "A patrol officer with the New Orleans Police Department has been arrested by the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office," Lieutenant Suzanne Carboni said in a news release. "Derrick Burmaster, 47, of Slidell, brandished his NOPD-issued firearm during an argument with his roommate." Burmaster allegedly threatened, but did not shoot his roommate.
Fight in New Orleans jail with "makeshift weapons" sends inmates to ICU
A brawl behind bars has sent two inmates to intensive care in New Orleans. "A physical altercation involving multiple inmates occurred inside the Orleans Justice Center," the sheriff's office said in a Thursday night news release. The fight happened Wednesday. "At least three inmates were involved in the altercation, in which makeshift weapons were used. Multiple inmates sustained significant injuries, including lacerations and puncture wounds.
Part of New Orleans East under boil water advisory
A broken pipe has led to an advisory for part of New Orleans East to boil water before drinking it. “Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO), in consultation with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a precautionary boil water advisory,” according to a news release.
Murder in Uptown New Orleans amid big homicide decrease
Cops say gunfire Wednesday night left a man dead in New Orleans. "The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred on the evening of October 14, 2026, in the 2200 block of Amelia Street," according to a news release. It happened just before 9:00pm. "Officers responded to a call of a shooting at the location. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male on scene who had sustained a gunshot wound injury." EMS declared the man dead on the scene.
AAA: Most expensive October ever for gas prices
Gasoline prices are still not coming down in any significant fashion. In fact, this is the most expensive autumn for drivers that AAA has ever seen. Gas prices have eased off a little since the summer, but this is still very high for this time of year. "Well, they're over about a $1.30 per gallon more than we were this time last year," said Don Redman of AAA Louisiana. Redman says continuing unrest in the Middle East and Eastern Europe has kept prices higher even as demand falls.
Body found in Tangipahoa river identified
Authorities say the dead woman found in the Tangipahoa river was about 2,500 miles from home. “The deceased female found in the Independence area Saturday has been identified,” Public Information Officer Ashley Rodrigue posted. ”The Tangipahoa Parish Coroner’s Office confirms a 64-year-old from Washington state is the individual located by a fisherman along the bank of the Tangipahoa River near the Highway 40 bridge.” She says the woman’s name is being withheld until family can be notified.
Skeletal remains found in Bridge City
Police have released some information about a decomposing dead body found on the Westbank. " Sheriff Joseph Lopinto reports that the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of skeletal remains," Sergeant Brandon Veal said in an email. He says they found the body in a wooded area in the 2100 block of US Highway 90 in Bridge City.
Louisiana congressional candidates have raised a record-breaking $74 million
Louisiana’s congressional candidates have raised $74 million this election cycle. LA Politics.com publisher Jeremy Alford says that’s a record-breaking number, and there are several reasons why it’s so high. “The total fundraising number is at an all-time high. The out-of-state money is at an all-time-high. Also, at a record paces, are the loans that the candidates are giving themselves to run,” Alford explained.
Fire burns through houses near Interstate 10 in New Orleans
Commuters on the I-10 this morning near Elysian fields could see fire and smoke from a nearby blaze. The New Orleans Fire Department says it was a blaze few blocks away on North Rocheblave at Allen Street. Several homes and a vehicle were damaged or destroyed. The houses were not occupied. NOFD says they needed to strike a second alarm to get additional fire crews to the scene to help battle the blaze. The initial call came in around 6:15am. NOFD Capt.
New rankings have Louisiana in top ten for doing business
Local economic development leaders are celebrating a new report that says Louisiana is one of the best places in the nation to do business. “Area Development released its 2026 Top States for Doing Business this week. Based on a survey of 50 site consultants, the rankings placed Louisiana as #9 overall in the nation,” Greater New Orleans, Inc. President and CEO Michael Hecht announced.
Louisiana to get little to no rain from Hurricane Isaias, limited wind and surge
With the track shifting steadily east, the National Weather Service now expects less impact to Louisiana from Hurricane Isaias. The current forecast calls for less than one inch of rain in the state. NOAA Surge projects now are just one to two feet for most of the coast and less than two feet for the lakes. The eastern facing shores of St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parish are forecast to get up to five feet of surge.
NOPD: Woman comes home to find man sleeping in her bed
New Orleans Police say they are investigating a "home invasion." "The victim returned home around 9:00am... to find the front window of her home broken and the suspect asleep in her bed," according to an initial police report. It happened at 7063 Boston Drive in New Orleans East Thursday morning. "The victim awakens the suspect at which point they got into a verbal altercation. The suspect then strangled the victim and fled the location." Cops say they have identified the suspect.
Louisiana to get little to no rain from Hurricane Isaias, limited wind and surge
With the track shifting steadily east, the National Weather Service now expects less impact to Louisiana from Hurricane Isaias. The current forecast calls for less than one inch of rain in the state. Surge projects now are just one to two feet for most of the coast and less than two feet for the lakes. The eastern facing shores of St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parish are forecast to get up to five feet of surge.
Louisiana to feel little from Hurricane Isaias even as it grows to be a major hurricane
The National Hurricane Center now expects Hurricane Isaias to become a Category Three storm in the Gulf. "Additional strengthening is expected through early Friday, and Isaias should remain a dangerous hurricane as it approaches the northern Gulf Coast Friday night," the NHC posted. The forecast calls for a landfall near the Alabama / Florida state line. WWL TV Meteorologist Payton Malone says that will mean limited impacts for Louisiana.
Cops: Student brought gun, drugs to Hammond High
Police say they caught a kid with a firearm and narcotics at school. "The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) has arrested a Hammond teenager for bringing a gun and drugs to school," Public Information Officer Ashley Rodrigue said in a news release. The teen is now facing multiple charges.
New Orleans out of Isaias cone, but Hurricane Center not confident in track
As Tropical Storm Isaias moves through the Gulf, the National Hurricane Center expects to issue Hurricane Watches for a portion of the U.S. Gulf coast later today. New Orleans is currently not in the forecast cone. "On the forecast track, Isaias is expected to... approach the U.S. northern Gulf Coast on Friday." The current NHC track calls for a landfall between Mobile, Alabama and Pensacola, Florida late Friday night or early Saturday morning.
Man stabbed, rundown, killed near LSU NO campus
Cops are looking for a killer after a brutal attack along Lakeshore Drive Monday night near the UNO New Orleans campus. “The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 2000 Block of Lakeshore Drive,” Public Relations Specialist Karen Boudrie said in an email. “Officers were called to the address at about 8:59pm for an aggravated battery by cutting.” She says that after the suspect stabbed the victim, the wounded man took off running. That’s when the attacker chased him down with his car.
We could see a tropical storm or hurricane in the Gulf this week
Despite our Super El Niño and historically slow hurricane season, tropical weather is brewing in the southwestern Gulf. LSU Health New Orleans Climatologist Barry Keim says it's still early to get a bead on this system of low pressure and thunderstorms over the Bay of Campeche, and forecast models vary widely. "The American model seems to ramp this thing up and takes it right to southeastern Louisiana at this juncture. That could change, of course" he says.
Tropical development expected in the Gulf this week
The National Hurricane Center says there is a high chance of a disturbance in the Gulf becoming a tropical storm or depression this week. "Although environmental conditions appear to be marginally conducive, gradual development is becoming more likely, and a tropical depression is likely to form during the middle or latter portion of the week," the NHC posted. They are watching a trough of low pressure in the southwestern Gulf.
Woman leaps from 6th story window during fire at retirement complex
A woman jumped out the window of her sixth-floor apartment after an oven fire Sunday night in New Orleans East. "The New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD) was dispatched to a reported fire in the Peace Lake Towers, a 6-story senior apartment community located at 9025 Chef Menteur Hwy.," Capt. Edwin Holmes said in a news release. "The first NOFD company arrived at 8:01 p.m." The fire had started in an oven.
2006 New Orleans Saints honored today for 'Rebirth' anniversary
Twenty-one years ago, Hurricane Katrina flooded much of the city of New Orleans and scattered its population, sending even its beloved Saints to three different "home" stadiums that season. Twenty years ago, the Saints returned home. Tonight's Monday Night Football game versus the Atlanta Falcons will mark that anniversary.
LSU moves into top 10, Missouri makes big jump to No. 14 in AP Top 25 with rout of Gators; Texas No. 1
Missouri made a big jump to No. 14 in The Associated Press Top 25 on Sunday following its rout of Florida while the Gators dropped eight spots to No. 16 and were replaced by LSU in the top 10. Texas will go into Saturday's Red River Rivalry game against Oklahoma as the No. 1 team for the fourth straight week. The rest of the top five stood pat with Georgia, Notre Dame, Miami and Ohio State following the Longhorns.
LSU tunes up for SEC seven-week gauntlet with 63-14 blowout of McNeese
No. 11 LSU enjoyed this one while it lasted and, more importantly, suffered no injuries. The Tigers basically spent an Indian Summer Saturday night at the beach by kicking sand in the helmets of McNeese State for a 63-14 victory Saturday night at Tiger Stadium. LSU put up 732 total yards – just 16 yards away from breaking the school record for yards in a game. That was 746 yards in a 77-0 win over Rice on Sept. 24, 1977.
More rounds of rain Sunday in greater New Orleans
After a soaking Saturday, forecasters calls for more downpours Sunday. "Widespread rain and embedded thunderstorms will continue through Sunday evening," WWL TV Meteorologist Payton Malone warned. "Additional rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches are possible." Some spots around New Orleans have already picked up around 5 inches of rain this weekend.
NOPD looking for alleged child killer in cold case
New Orleans Police are asking for help finding a 35-year-old man they say murdered his toddler son. "Jilder Miranda-Fuentes, Hispanic male, DOB: 10/09/1990, is sought on charges of Second Degree Murder & Second Degree Cruelty to a Juvenile," according to a news release. The case dates back more than eight years.
Student arrested after she allegedly threatened to kill classmates in Lafourche Parish
Police say a high school student took to social media, threatening a massacre. "Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a female Central Lafourche High School student has been charged with terrorizing for making an online threat," LPSO posted. "Christian Pollard, 17, of Raceland was arrested Thursday evening." Authorities say that Pollard had allegedly posted a video to SnapChat threatening to kill students at the school.
Rainy weekend with isolated flooding across Southeast Louisiana
Be prepared for rain, heavy at times, the next few days. "A wet stretch begins today and continues through the weekend as deep tropical moisture moves across Southeast Louisiana," WWL TV Meteorologist Payton Malone forecasts. "Rain chances climb to 80 to 100 percent, with the heaviest and most persistent rain expected Saturday." He says the New Orleans metro and coastal Louisiana and Mississippi, could pick up 3 to 5 inches of rain through the weekend with localized totals over 6 inches.
Saints to honor 2006 team, bring local music legends for Domecoming anniversary
The New Orleans Saints and NFL are commemorating the Saints return to New Orleans and the Superdome in 2006 during Monday night's game against the Falcons. After Hurricane Katrina devastated the city and the Superdome, the Saints had to play the entire 2005 season in other venues. There was speculation the team could move to San Antonio or elsewhere. Finally, on September 25, 2026, the Saints returned. Monday features the commemoration of that night.
Kenner cops arrest man after apparent accidental shooting in business on Williams Blvd.
A Lafourche Parish man faces charges in Kenner after cops say he shot another man, but may not have meant to. "The Kenner Police Department has arrested a 23-year-old Lockport man following an investigation into a shooting that injured a man inside a Williams Boulevard business," Deputy Chief Mark McCormick said in a news release. It happened during a night of drinking.
I-10 closed until noon
New Orleans Police are shutting down I-10 coming from New Orleans East toward downtown. “Beginning at 11:00 a.m. today, Interstate 10 WESTBOUND will be closed at the Interstate 610 split heading toward downtown,” according to a news release. Cops say they are investigating a deadly crash from this past weekend and need to shut down traffic.
Low flying planes to spray over Jefferson Parish
Officials are warning residents to expect to see some planes just a few hundred feet above the ground tonight, killing mosquitoes in Jefferson Parish. "Low-level aerial spraying, in response to mosquito activity, is scheduled to take place over parts of Gretna and Harvey," Public Information Officer Rachel Strassel said in a news release. It is scheduled to start around 7:00pm.
Sims pledges to find out if there were criminal or ethical violations in indictment of Murrill
The District Attorney on the Northshore is vowing to get to the bottom of what happened surrounding a New Orleans grand jury indicting Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill. Collin Sims has released a statement after the state supreme court appointed him as a special prosecutor. "The integrity of our criminal justice system depends upon the public having faith and confidence in the grand jury process," Sims insisted.
New Orleans City Attorney accuses Liz Murrill's lawyer of "making up her own facts", "reckless game of political payback"
A day after an attorney for Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said there is evidence that New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno and District Attorney Jason Williams were misleading the public, the New Orleans City Attorney is lashing out. “Former assistant district attorney, Laura Rodrigue, either does not know or does not care to follow the law and is intent on making up her own facts," City Attorney Charline Gipson said in a statement.
Handicapper: Saints win Sunday, win the NFC South this season
The New Orleans Saints host the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday in their home opener this season. Long-time handicapper John Rainey, The Rainman, likes the way the Saints are playing. "I like the Saints 23 - 17 this weekend, and hold on to your hats... I think they win the division," he predicted. Rainey says the Saints have shown no signs of any major deficiencies. "They are pretty solid on all fronts.
Man stabbed while trying to stop stabbing in New Orleans’ CBD
A man is removing from multiple stab wounds after attempting to protect another victim in downtown New Orleans. "The victim intervened in someone else being stabbed and he was stabbed 4 times," according to an initial police report. It happened shortly after 9:00am Thursday near the corner of Loyola and Tulane Avenues. "Victim was transported to a local hospital." NOPD did not say the condition of the man. nor the other stabbing victim.
New Orleans giving sales tax dodgers one last chance to settle up before crackdown
Businesses that have failed to pay proper sales taxes to the city of New Orleans can get caught up with fewer penalties starting next month, before collectors step up enforcement. The Moreno administration made the announcement today. "The City of New Orleans is launching a limited-time Sales Tax Amnesty Program, giving eligible businesses and taxpayers an opportunity to resolve delinquent tax obligations while receiving significant savings on penalties and interest," according to a news release.
Woman wanted on counterfeiting charges
NOPD detectives have identified a 59-year-old woman as a suspect in a phony money case. "New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a suspect wanted for counterfeiting currency," according to a news release. "Wanted is Sue Ann Staton (pictured), White female, DOB 06/22/1967." The White Collar Crimes division is leading the investigation.
Vent issue leads to boil water advisory in part of Lafourche Parish
Authorities are testing the water in North Lafourche after discovering a problem with a water storage tank. "Effective immediately, the Lafourche Parish Water District No. 1 is issuing a BOIL WATER ADVISORY for portions of North Lafourche," officials said in a news release. "This advisory includes all customers serviced by the District in West Thibodaux from the Thibodaux City Limits to the Lafourche-Assumption parish line (on both sides of Bayou Lafourche)." They say it is a precaution.
JPSO fires ranking officer after drunk driving arrest, he previously quit JPSO when facing termination in 2010
Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph Lopinto today fired a man he promoted to the rank of lieutenant just two years ago. The same man who previously made detective under Sheriff Newell Normand, but quit before he was fired 16 years ago amid a deputy drug dealing probe. A news release says Aaron Verrette was arrested for allegedly driving drunk this morning. "His employment was terminated following his arrest," Captain Jason Rivarde said in a news release.
Kenner cops arrest man for recording video in business bathroom, fear he recorded other places too
Police say a Kenner business owner was a video voyeur, recording patrons in a bathroom. "A victim reported that while using the restroom at the business, she discovered a concealed video camera attached underneath the sink," KPD posted. Detectives say Signs Etc. NOLA owner Henry Rios set up the camera. "Kenner Police detectives executed search warrants at Rios' business and residence." They say the found more than 500 photographs and/or video recordings dating back to at least September 5, 2026.
JPSO fires ranking officer after drunk driving arrest, he previously quit JPSO when facing termination in 2010
Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph Lopinto today fired a man he promoted to the rank of lieutenant just two years ago. The same man who previously made detective under Sheriff Newell Normand, but quit before he was fired 16 years ago amid a deputy drug dealing probe. A news release says Aaron Verrette was arrested for allegedly driving drunk this morning. "His employment was terminated following his arrest," Captain Jason Rivarde said in a news release.
Cops ask for help finding woman who disappeared from the French Quarter
A woman is missing, and NOPD is asking for help locating her. "New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a missing person," the department said in an alert. "Missing is Song Jin He (pictured), Asian female, DOB 04/03/1962. She was wearing a black & white floral-pattern shirt, black pants, and black & white shoes." The 64-year-old hasn't been seen since Sunday afternoon in the French Quarter.
Expect explosions, low flying choppers around New Orleans this week
Expect military helicopters and the sounds of things blowing up around New Orleans the next few days. "The New Orleans Police Department is advising residents and visitors that U.S. military will conduct a scheduled training exercise in the New Orleans metropolitan area from September 21 through September 26," NOPD advised. Authorities say military helicopters will be operating at low altitude.
Murder in Mid-City overnight
New Orleans Police are looking for a killer after overnight gunfire left a man dead and a woman wounded. "The NOPD is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in the 4000 block of Tulane Ave," Senior Police Officer Jonathan Morris said in an email. It happened near the corner of Tulane and Carrollton just after midnight. "NOPD Officers arrived on scene and located a male who was shot. EMS transported the male to a local hospital." Morris says the man died a short time later.
Cops arrest ten people after string of overdose deaths
Authorities north of the lake say they took action after drugs left several people in Washington Parish dead. "Ten people were arrested and booked into the Washington Parish Jail this morning following simultaneous arrest and search warrants executed at multiple locations in Bogalusa" Chris Bautista with the WPSO said in a news release. "Two of those arrested are charged with second degree murder." He says the investigation began after three overdose deaths.
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