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Man dies after Spruce Street car fire damages nearby duplex
A man died after an October 30 car fire on Spruce Street damaged a nearby duplex. Fire officials said the cause remained under investigation.
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$800,000 drainage project targets erosion near Lafayette businesses
A parish funded drainage project near Tideland and Mineral roads is intended to slow erosion threatening nearby businesses. Officials expect completion in the first quarter of 2027.
Public Safety
State Police seek vehicle information after fatal Crescent City Connection crash
Troopers are seeking information about a disabled vehicle that left before emergency crews arrived at an October 31 fatal motorcycle crash.
Weather
Rain and possible strong storms forecast around Election Day in Louisiana
Storm timing varies across Louisiana on Election Day. A front could reach Alexandria and Lake Charles Tuesday evening and Acadiana late that night, while southeast Louisiana faces a very low severe weather threat.
Weather
Coastal flood advisory covers eastern Orleans and lower St. Bernard early Monday
A coastal flood advisory runs from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. CST Monday, November 2, for eastern Orleans and lower St. Bernard, with minor flooding possible.
Weather
Flood warning cancelled for Calcasieu River near White Oak Park
NWS Lake Charles cancelled the White Oak Park flood warning Wednesday night. The separate Salt Water Barrier warning was cancelled Thursday afternoon.
Business
French Quarter businesses hurt by construction can seek grants up to $2,500
Eligible French Quarter businesses affected by construction can apply through November 11 for grants of up to $2,500.
Government
West End redevelopment agreement advances search for lakefront developer
An agreement advances plans for nearly five acres of lakefront redevelopment. Developer qualifications are due November 16.
Environment
Lafourche oil well secured; cleanup remains unfinished
Officials said the oil well was secured October 30, while environmental monitoring and recovery work continued.