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Slidell Approves $3.4 Million Sale of Former Federal Complex to Textron Systems
SLIDELL, Louisiana — The Slidell City Council has unanimously approved the sale of the former Defense Information Systems Agency building on Gause Boulevard to Textron Systems Corp. for $3.4 million, a move city leaders say could reduce costs and bring…
Plea Offer Rejected in Slidell Hit-and-Run Case Involving 6-Year-Old Jeremiah Ramirez, WGNO Reports
Connie Estes, 40, was expected to resolve the case this week, but a proposed plea deal was rejected, pushing the case back toward trial. Editor’s note: The next paragraph is general background on plea deals, not reporting on this case.…
New Projects Could Bring Major Growth and More to Do in Slidell
Big changes may be on the way for Slidell, with new economic and recreational projects in the works that could give residents more options for entertainment, shopping, and outdoor activity. Mayor Randy Fandal says the city is finally addressing long…
Trial delayed in Slidell hit and run case that took child’s life
Slidell — The trial for Connie Estes, the woman accused in the hit and run that killed 6 year old Jeremiah Ramirez, has been pushed back again. Jury selection was expected to begin Monday, but that did not happen. At…
Slidell Man Booked on Multiple Serious Charges
A Slidell man has been taken into custody following a series of serious charges, including violent offenses. Sidney Guttuso, 37, was booked on April 11, 2026. The charges listed against him include: Domestic Abuse Battery (Dangerous Weapon) Domestic Abuse Battery/Strangulation…
Smoke and Flames Break Out at Slidell Linen Facility Saturday Morning
A commercial laundry building in Slidell was the scene of a fire early Saturday, drawing a response from local firefighters and sending thick smoke into the air. Crews with St. Tammany Fire Protection District No. 1 were dispatched to Dirty…
Slidell Doctor Avoids Prison After Millions in Medicare Fraud Claims
A Slidell area physician has been sentenced in federal court after admitting to his role in a scheme that generated millions in fraudulent Medicare billing. Dr. Robert Tassin received a sentence of probation instead of prison time following an April…
Second Man Sentenced in Brutal Killing of Slidell Woman Remembered as a Beloved Member of the Community
A second man has now been sentenced in connection with the killing of a Slidell woman whose death shocked both sides of Lake Pontchartrain. According to court records, 38 year old Cody Matthews was handed a 40 year prison sentence…
Truck Snaps Power Pole at Busy Slidell Intersection, Line Falls Onto Garbage Truck
A crash in Slidell caused a brief disruption after an 18-wheeler struck overhead lines near the intersection of Mary Street and Fremaux Avenue. The hit brought down a utility pole, with the line landing directly on top of a garbage…
Unauthorized Alert Sent After Slidell Fire Account Compromised, Police Investigating
The Slidell Police Department is investigating after an unauthorized alert was sent out from a compromised account tied to St. Tammany Fire Protection District No. 1. According to officials, the issue started Wednesday night when a fire department employee’s account…