Mississippi officer involved in fatal shooting of Black toddler was accused of making a racially offensive remark two days prior

Mississippi officer involved in fatal shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley was once accused of exaggerating threat posed by a car 

A Mississippi police officer involved in last month’s fatal shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley at a Walmart was previously accused of exaggerating the risks that a vehicle posed to officers during another parking lot confrontation.

Dozens of French Quarter businesses apply for relief funds, but several say it's not enough

The Business Stabilization Fund offers up to $5,000 in relief for businesses on Decatur Street who may have been impacted by a months-long construction project in the French Quarter.

Matthew Simpson Davage helped shape education, historical black colleges

Davage left his mark on higher education, having served as president at several historically black institutions.

Following disagreement over office’s role, city board may replace police monitor next week

Stella Cziment is up for reappointment to head the New Orleans Office of Independent Police Monitor after five years in the role. But she faces competition — and a consultant who has criticized her approach to the job as "activism."

Advocates, elected officials call for statewide siren system after 14 tornadoes touch down near New Orleans

As Tornado Alley shifts east, tornadoes have grown more common in Louisiana, sparking concerns over public safety.