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Man Accused of Plotting New Orleans Festival Mass Shooting Quietly Released
A man accused of plotting a mass shooting targeting Black people at a major New Orleans festival was quietly released from custody after a Louisiana grand jury declined to indict him. Christopher Gillum, 45, of North Carolina, was arrested in…
New Orleans Is Letting AI Answer Some 911 Calls
Artificial intelligence is officially entering the 911 system in New Orleans. The Orleans Parish Communication District is using AI technology to handle certain incoming 911 calls involving traffic crashes when human call takers are already occupied. The system is designed…
Juvenile Suspects Flee Into Woods After Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Near Hammond
HAMMOND, La. — Two juveniles remain at large after a stolen vehicle pursuit ended in a crash north of Hammond on Saturday, according to the Hammond Police Department. Police said officers initially attempted to stop a vehicle near Cherry Street…
Ponchatoula Man Arrested After Two People Thrown From Moving Truck, Deputies Say
ROBERT, La. — An 18-year-old Ponchatoula man has been arrested following an early-morning crash that left two people seriously injured in the Robert area, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 5 a.m. on August 2 to…
New Orleans Police Officer Accused Of Stealing More Than $111,000 Through Payroll Fraud
A New Orleans Police Department officer has been arrested following a joint investigation that authorities say uncovered more than $111,000 in fraudulent overtime payments. Louisiana State Police announced Friday that 39-year-old Senior Police Officer Brandon Coleman was arrested following an…
Two Lafayette Men Arrested After Allegedly Tearing Down Flock Camera
Two Lafayette men have been arrested after police say they intentionally tore down a Flock automated license plate reader camera from the 300 block of East Verot School Road. According to authorities, 33-year-old Lance Jones and 24-year-old Marvell Harris, both…
Ponchatoula Police Seeking Help Identifying Theft Suspect
The Ponchatoula Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man in connection with a reported theft at the Tractor Supply store in Ponchatoula. According to police, the individual was last seen leaving the area in a white…
6-Month-Old Baby Safely Recovered After Babysitter Allegedly Abducts Infant Across State Lines
A 6 month old baby is safe after authorities say 22 year old Jasmine O’Sullivan allegedly abducted the infant, sparking a multistate search that ended Thursday night with the child being safely recovered. According to investigators, O’Sullivan allegedly used the…
Louisiana’s New Laws Take Effect August 1. Here’s What You Need To Know.
Beginning August 1, dozens of new Louisiana laws officially go into effect, bringing changes that impact everything from artificial intelligence and balloon releases to criminal law and public utilities. Here are some of the most talked about changes: • Balloon…
Livingston Parish Copper Theft Investigation Leads To New Animal Abuse Charges
What began as an investigation into the theft of thousands of pounds of AT&T copper wire has now led to additional felony charges against two Livingston Parish suspects. According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, Todd Pearce Jr., 42, and…