News

June 17, 2026 | From NOPD News

Suspect Wanted For Burglary

New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with identifying and locating suspects wanted for vehicle burglary.

June 17, 2026 | From NOPD News

Suspect Wanted For Burglary

New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with identifying and locating suspects wanted for business burglary.

June 17, 2026 | From City Council

New Orleans City Council Reschedules June 18th Regular Meeting Due to Weather

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Due to the anticipated severe weather, the New Orleans City Council's Regular Meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 18th, has been rescheduled.

June 17, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

City of New Orleans Prepares for Potential Weather Impacts

NEW ORLEANS – The City of New Orleans is getting ready for inclement weather. Sandbags are available for distribution across the city today. Hours vary by location.

June 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

June 18, 2026 ERB Public Information Session re OIPM

June 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: SINGLE LANE CLOSURE ON PALMETTO STREET AT CHERRY STREET

NEW ORLEANS - The City of New Orleans announced that beginning Monday, June 15, 2026, Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans and Barriere Construction, will begin utility work and roadway work as part of the BW Cooper, Gert Town, Dixon Group A & D infrastructure project. Traffic flow on north-bound Palmetto Street will shift from two lanes to one lane at the intersection of Cherry Street. During this period, residents are encouraged to utilize alternate travel routes when possible.

June 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Construction Roadway Closure on Annunciation St (Race St to Melpomene St)

NEW ORLEANS – Beginning on Monday, June 22, 2026, the City of New Orleans, Office of  Stormwater & Green Infrastructure’s  contractor, RNDG Infrastructure, LLC., will begin a temporary closure the 1300-1400 blocks of Annunciation St (CBD bound) from Race St to Melpomene St for approximately fourteen (14) weeks to accommodate underground utility installation as part of the DPS01 Watershed (Broadmoor HMGP) Drainage Upgrades and Green Infrastructure Project (Phase I) construction project. Public safety is our top priority; signage and traffic control measures will be onsite to direct drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.  All businesses in the area will remain open and accessible.

June 16, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

TRAFFIC ADVISORY UPDATE: Westbound Interstate 10 Lane Closure Rescheduled

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans advises motorists that the previously announced Interstate 10 Westbound lane closure scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, has been rescheduled.

The closure will now take place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. During that time, the right lane on Interstate 10 Westbound between Ransom Street and the base of the High-Rise Bridge will be closed. The closure will also include the westbound Interstate 10 entrance ramp from U.S. Highway 90 (Chef Menteur Highway).

June 16, 2026 | From NOPD News

NOPD Reports Increase in Traffic Citations/Reduction in Fatal Crashes

In an effort to reduce fatal crashes and maintain safer streets in New Orleans, NOPD's Traffic Division reports a 64% increase in traffic citations so far in 2026 compared to 2025.