A homicide investigation is underway in Shreveport after a man with a lengthy criminal record was shot and killed.

As Landry’s chief of staff, Ruckert kept a low public profile as he helped keep the governor’s agenda on track. Lobbyists and legislators said he acted at times as an enforcer for the governor, ...

William “Billy” Burris announced Monday he will run for the Louisiana Supreme Court seat representing the Northshore that Associate Justice William Crain vacated to join the federal bench in December.

The Louisiana Office of Human Trafficking Prevention reports that in 2025, Caddo Parish had 127 human trafficking victims, East Baton Rouge Parish had 201 victims, and Orleans Parish had 227 victims, ...

There were 127 human trafficking victims in Caddo Parish in 2025, according to the Louisiana Office of Human Trafficking ...

Jay Ivy passed pines growing where the saws of the sprawling Urania mill turned similar specimens into lumber. He pointed out the log pond, now the domain of alligators, and stopped at the mill’s ...

A dramatic drop in paroles reflects 2024 changes that tightened eligibility and eliminated discretionary release for many incarcerated people.

The Louisiana Office of Human Trafficking Prevention reports that in 2025, Caddo Parish had 127 human trafficking victims, East Baton Rouge Parish had 201 victims, and Orleans Parish had 227 victims, ...

He was sentenced to one year in prison after he was convicted on September 26 on multiple charges, including malfeasance in ...

A petition has been filed to recall East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards.

There's careful planning, fashion dilemmas and traditions surrounding wardrobe preparations for the days-long event.

A special election is set for Saturday to fill five vacant seats in the Louisiana Legislature, including one spot in the ...