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Sheriff Jason Ard - along with Detectives with the LPSO Special Victims Unit - initiated an investigation in August of 2026. That investigation began following a sexual assault complaint. Sheriff Jason Ard says, “The incident occurred in April 2025. Detectives were notified that this incident occurred in Livingston Parish. At the time, the victim was a 13-year-old juvenile.

NEW ORLEANS --- Louisiana Supreme Court Justices, other members of the Louisiana Judiciary, and the Louisiana State Bar Association gathered Monday at St. Louis Cathedral to observe Red Mass, held each year on the first Monday in October to mark the beginning of the new Supreme Court term. Joining the Judges and lawyers, were public officials of all faiths, and members of the public. “We were honored to welcome the Most Reverend Archbishop of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, James F.

Photo provided by District Attorney Collin Sims' Office COVINGTON --- District Attorney J. Collin Sims announces that on September 23, 2026, a St. Tammany Parish jury found Brandon Justin Lee Williams, 38, of New Orleans, guilty on all counts following a trial before the Honorable Judge Tara Farris Zeller.

(Feature Impact) Muchas personas piensan que los dentistas y los médicos son profesionales de la salud completamente independientes: uno se encarga de los dientes y la boca, mientras que el otro se ocupa del resto del cuerpo. En realidad, los distintos sistemas del cuerpo humano están estrechamente interconectados, y la salud bucal no es la excepción, lo que convierte a los dentistas en una parte fundamental de tu equipo de atención médica.

SUNRISE - MARCH 27, 1961 SUNSET - SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 To plant a tree in memory of Ariel Bellazer as a living tribute, please visit Tribute Store.

(Feature Impact) Communities are strengthened every day by local organizations working to address challenges close to home, whether that’s helping families access food, supporting students, expanding opportunity or providing essential resources to those who need them most. Often operating with limited resources, these organizations are finding practical solutions that make a meaningful difference in neighborhoods and communities across the country.

From left, St. Tammany Health System Chief Nursing Officer Lori Sumner, President and CEO Joan Coffman, Chief Legal Officer Les Hall, Louisiana Sen. Patrick McMath, Louisiana Rep. Kim Carver, and STHS Chief Strategy Officer Kelly Rabalais are photographed at the inaugural Walking with Angels event. Photo provided by STHS COVINGTON --- More than 200 people gathered Saturday, Sept.

HAMMOND --- Northshore Media Group and the Tangipahoa Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Meet & Greet for key area races and a Candidate Forum for the City of Hammond mayoral and 21st Judicial District Attorney races on Wednesday, October 7, at the Southeastern Louisiana University Student Union Grand Ballroom. The event is free and open to the public, and voters are encouraged to attend.

HAMMOND --- The Hammond Regional Arts Center (HRAC) will host its 17th annual Brews Arts Festival at a new location this year, bringing the signature fundraiser to the Downtown Hammond Pavilion on Saturday, October 24. Located at 213 South West Railroad Ave., the festival will feature craft beer tasting, live music, local food, and an arts market in the heart of Downtown Hammond. Since 2009, the Hammond Regional Arts Center has hosted Brews Arts Festival to celebrate art, culture, and craft.

Carolyn Connolly passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 1, 2026, surrounded by family, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 82. She was born on Friday, March 10, 1944 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Etta and Joseph Maranto. She was a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Carolyn worked for many years on and off in the collections department for the Shell Federal Credit Union. She was also very proud of her time working in administration for the oil and gas refinery.