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STPSO Encouraging Safe Travel And Boating As Memorial Day Weekend Approaches
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and the unofficial start of summer begins, the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to prioritize safety both on the roads and on local waterways. Sheriff Randy Smith announced that the STPSO will…
Beach Advisories Issued Along Multiple Mississippi Gulf Coast Beaches
Several Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches are currently under water contact advisories after elevated bacteria levels were detected in recent testing conducted through the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality’s Beach Monitoring Program. Affected areas have recently included portions of Biloxi, Gulfport,…
Highway 11 Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Slidell Man
A Slidell man was killed early Thursday morning following a motorcycle crash on Highway 11 near Lakeview Drive. According to the Louisiana State Police, the crash happened around 3 a.m. on May 14. Troopers said 21 year old Gavin B.…
Missing Mississippi Dog ‘Blue’ Reunited With Owner After Journey Into St. Tammany Parish
A missing dog from Mississippi made an unbelievable journey into St. Tammany Parish before being reunited with his owner. According to social media posts, a dog named “Blue” was reported missing around May 5 in the Tylertown, Mississippi area. Multiple…
Louisiana Senate Votes to Eliminate Vehicle Inspection Stickers
Louisiana drivers may soon be saying goodbye to the familiar inspection sticker requirement after state lawmakers overwhelmingly approved legislation aimed at ending the longtime program. The Louisiana Senate voted 27 to 7 in favor of a bill pushed by State…
Alabama Woman Charged With Murder In Husband’s Shooting Death, Authorities Say
An Alabama woman has been charged with murder after investigators say she fatally shot her husband because she had become irritated with him while recovering from heart surgery. According to authorities, 65 year old Sheri Mitchell-Clutts called 911 Sunday evening…
Newlywed Father Dies in Mysterious Overnight Shooting at Mississippi Water Park
What began as a late night fishing trip at a quiet Mississippi water park ended in tragedy after a 31 year old newlywed father was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head. Authorities say Jacob Nitkiewicz was discovered…
Slidell Woman Indicted for Alleged Theft of More Than $25,000 in State Benefits
District Attorney Collin Sims announced that a St. Tammany Parish Grand Jury has indicted a 39 year old Slidell woman in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving state assistance benefits. According to the District Attorney’s Office, Keyoka Motley was…
Northshore Middle School Placed on Lockdown After False Gun Threat
A Northshore middle school was temporarily placed on lockdown Wednesday after a false report involving a gun prompted a large police response. According to authorities, the incident happened at Lake Harbor Middle School in Mandeville after a student allegedly spread…
St. Bernard Parish Man Arrested in Case Involving Juvenile
The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a Chalmette man accused of indecent behavior involving a juvenile. According to authorities, 32 year old Zachery Greenberg was booked Tuesday, May 12, on charges of indecent behavior with a…