Man captured after New Orleans tarmac hatch escape, dramatic runway struggle caught on video
Airport workers tackled a man who authorities say popped open an emergency escape hatch on a Southwest Airlines flight Sunday.
3 teenage girls admit guilt, sentenced to 20 years for carjacking, dragging death of 73-year-old woman
Three teenage girls involved in the dragging death of a woman whose arm was severed during a carjacking in New Orleans last year pleaded guilty Monday to reduced charges and were sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Man survives vicious dog attack with 130 bites and counting: 'I'm grateful to have my life'
Davyta Gray, who was walking in his neighborhood, was suddenly set upon by approximately 10 dogs of various breeds.
Former Louisiana teacher who allegedly gave birth to student's baby faces rape, other charges: authorities
A Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, former teacher was arrested Tuesday for allegedly giving birth to a student’s child, according to authorities.
Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Louisiana man charged with murder after driving with deceased woman's body for a month
The shocking case has left local authorities stunned, as the suspect allegedly drove with the body in the vehicle for 30 days before being apprehended. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death.
McDonald’s franchise had minors working deep fryers, Labor Department finds
A McDonald’s franchise that controls 12 restaurants in metro New Orleans violated child labor laws and has hired more than 80 minors in two states, the U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday.
Wildlife officials use rafts made of life jackets to rescue stranded boaters
The incident occurred when a couple was fishing in a boat that got stuck in the mud on July 3.
Amber Alert issued for Lancaster mom, baby
Officials believe two-month-old Itzel Sanchez and 31-year-old Sabrina Sanchez were kidnapped at gunpoint from their Lake Los Angeles home by Efrain Sanchez Jimenez.
Woman, 28, arrested for posing as 17-year-old high school student
The woman told investigators she enrolled at the Louisiana high school to learn English.
Army renames Louisiana base to honor Black WWI hero who received Medal of Honor
The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.
Meet Zoey: Louisiana dog claims record for world's longest tongue
At 5 inches long, Zoey's tongue is longer than a soda can, according to Guinness World Records.
Cameron Robbins' family seen saying final goodbyes after teen lost at sea
Cameron Robbins was a recent high school graduate and baseball standout. Photos showed the loved ones of Robbins gathering for his memorial service on Sunday.
Teens tried to stop Cameron Robbins before he jumped off Bahamas cruise, passenger's parent says
Several students tried to stop Cameron Robbins before the recent Louisiana high school graduate jumped off a Bahamas cruise last week.
Haunting last words shouted to Baton Rouge teen after he went overboard and vanished
In a viral video that possibly shows the last moments of Cameron Robbins' life, someone is heard yelling, "bye, bye," as the Louisiana high school graduate disappears into the water and the video cuts off.
Arby's employee found dead in freezer had 'beat her hands bloody' trying to escape, lawsuit says
Court documents allege the franchise owner knew the Arby's freezer door was broken and did not fix it, causing the employee's death in Louisiana.
Louisiana police find woman's body in walk-in freezer at Arby's restaurant
Police said the woman was an employee.
Man shoots at kids playing hide and seek outside his home, hitting 14-year-old girl: sheriff
A Louisiana man has been charged after allegedly shooting at children who had been playing hide and seek outside his home, hitting a 14-year-old girl.
Louisiana teen awarded over $10 million in scholarships, makes final college decision
Dennis Maliq Barnes, who goes by Maliq, made headlines in previous weeks after he was rewarded more than $9 million in scholarships, but since then, he’s surpassed that amount with more than $10 million in scholarship offers.
Louisiana senior, 16, awarded more than $9 million in scholarships
Maliq Barnes, 16, was accepted to 175 colleges and universities and was offered more than $9 million in scholarships from more than 125 different schools.