Across the state
Weather
The National Weather Service expects minor coastal flooding overnight in Cameron and southern portions of four other Louisiana parishes. The advisory ends at 6 a.m. CST November 3.
Public Safety
Concordia Parish deputies are investigating a woman’s death after a late November 1 call in Vidalia. Identification and the cause of death were pending in the sheriff’s November 2 release.
Government
The November 2 deadline is for receipt by the parish registrar, not mailing. Separate deadlines apply to military, overseas and hospitalized voters.
Government
Eligible local governments have until February 26, 2027, to apply for two state programs supporting drinking water and other public infrastructure.
Public Safety
Shreveport police said a driver died after an October 31 collision at Hollywood Avenue and Bethune Drive. An adult and a juvenile remained hospitalized with life threatening injuries; the other driver suffered serious injuries.
Education
Doyle High School plans a 1,500 seat football facility as it prepares for junior varsity play next year and varsity football in fall 2029. The district has not announced a project cost.
Public Safety
New Orleans police are investigating the death of a 23 year old woman after a November 1 shooting at Peach Tree Court and Tall Timbers Drive.
Public Safety
Caddo Parish deputies warned October 29 that callers were demanding money while falsely claiming arrest warrants. The office urged recipients to hang up and withhold payments and personal information.
Health
Louisiana Marketplace enrollment for 2027 is open. December 15 is the deadline for January 1 coverage, while later enrollment through January 15 starts coverage February 1, subject to first premium payment.
Government
An October 29 city notice outlines nuisance vehicle enforcement, including compliance deadlines, potential towing costs and an appeal process.
Government
East Baton Rouge Parish is one of four jurisdictions selected for nearly $300 million in combined federal public safety funding. The parish's individual award and local projects were not specified.
Education
NLTCC plans to offer an Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies across its technical programs beginning in spring 2027.
