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The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office (STPSO) arrested a Slidell man on Wednesday, June 7, during a traffic stop after he allegedly attempted to take a deputy's weapon.

Jamel Sharp of Slidell, LA has been arrested by the NOPD for his involvement in a hit-and-run crash that occurred on May 28, 2023, at the intersection of Canal Street and Saint Charles Avenue.

ABITA SPRINGS TERRACE SUBDIVISION, LOT 101, SQUARE 17: $299,900, Hallmark Homes Inc. to Raymond J. O'Donoghue and Amy L. O'Donoghue. DANNY PARK DRIVE 72047: $235,000, Brian Mahon to Christopher Allen Archer. DUNDEE LOOP 3005: $190,000, Susan Johnson Nicodemus to Andrew J. McIntyre. HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB SUBDIVISION, LOT 5, SQUARE 2:...

MANDEVILLE, Louisiana — Drivers this week have been reporting low visibility over the Causeway Bridge and it's not due to rain or fog. They are blaming bugs. The bugs called 'midges' have been spotted in swarms several nights this week usually around dusk. Shelley Dupuis pulled over as soon...

MONTICELLO — Residents of Mississippi have 12 days left to submit public comments on the proposed Pearl River Flood Mitigation plans by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The plans were developed with the hope to mitigate flooding in the Jackson Metropolitan area but actions could have a serious impact on communities downriver such as […] The post Public comments needed on Pearl River Flood Risk mitigation plans appeared first on Daily Leader.

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — One week after the arrest of local artist Benjamin Beale, better known within the New Orleans abstract art scene and “Burner” community as Kelley Kirkpatrick, the investigation continues into the gruesome discovery of the dismembered body of a 36-year-old Slidell mother of two.

COVINGTON, La. — A controversial bill filed after the murders of a beloved Covington priest and parishioner just passed the Senate and has one final step before it becomes a law. If passed, it could give judges the option to have a convicted felon with a prior felony conviction...

The Covington Fire Marshal's Office is searching for two people who are accused of setting a fire over the weekend at a Walmart store.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Lake Pontchartrain crabbers say they are seeing a significant decline in their catch due to sprawling algae bloom. Green algae are visible across much of the lake. The effects of the bloom have raised worries among crabbers. However, lake experts believe the long-term impact will be minimal.

If you liked the recent story of a gun hidden in a fast food wrapper, you’re going to enjoy this one too! On 6/5/23 at approximately 12:50 pm officers with the Picayune Police Department Neighborhood Enhancement Team conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan Frontier for Switched Tag and Seatbelt Violation on South Beech Street. […] The post Arrest Made for Trafficking Controlled Substance appeared first on Picayune Item.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - While some high school students will spend this summer doing odd jobs or hanging out with friends, Jake Tirado, a student at Mandeville High School in Mandeville, LA, will complete an intensive eight-week U.S. Navy Summer Flight Academy aviation program at Delaware State University, achieving his FAA Private Pilot’s license upon completion of the training. The program takes place from June 12 – August 3.

HANCOCK COUNTY Miss. (WLOX) - The Southern Rail Commission preparing for a meeting tomorrow ahead of Amtrak’s return to the coast. All aboard! From New Orleans to Mobile, Amtrak’s new passenger services include four Mississippi stops in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, Biloxi and Pascagoula. Southern Rail Commission said...

When the giant fiberglass cow was spirited away from Saia’s Super Market in the dark of night last month, it actually wasn’t the first rodeo for the well-known bovine, which is about as iconic as iconic gets in Mandeville. The cow, which stands perhaps a dozen feet tall...

Five people accused of defrauding a small business relief program were indicted on felony charges, the Louisiana Treasury reports on Monday.

The annual St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office tax sale is July 10, and the Sheriff's Office has advertised the list of delinquent properties in the June 7 edition of The St. Tammany Farmer. The list also has been posted online, under “Public Notices,” on the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office...

When WWL-TV meteorologist Alexandra Cranford was in seventh grade at St. Margaret Mary School in Slidell, she won first place in her age category for a “Keep Christ in Christmas” essay that was published in the Clarion Herald in 1999. Perhaps foreshadowing her future career of gazing at...

Dr. Rhonda Simmons from ClearPath Counseling and Consultation was recognized during the meeting for her contributions to mental health support. Dr. Simmons has been providing online lessons to help individuals dealing with mental health problems. An announcement was made regarding the Exit 6 Welcome Sign, stating that the sign has been ordered and the necessary […] The post Generous donations recognized by Picayune council appeared first on Picayune Item.

The board that oversees public libraries in St. Tammany Parish voted Monday to return four challenged books to their shelves after a months-long stay behind the circulation desk. The books in question, "Milk and Honey," "Pink, Blue, and You!," "Sex is a Funny Word," and "Who Has What" were the...

Tuesday afternoon is expected to bring heavy rain that could lead to flash flooding across southeast Louisiana, according to the National Weather Service. The rain will affect most areas below I-10 and may last through Tuesday evening. Areas expected to see the most rainfall may get over two inches per...

The St. Tammany Parish Council is investigating Parish President Mike Cooper over the proposed construction of an apartment complex. The council unanimously approved the investigation at Thursday night's council meeting. The 100-unit apartment complex is planned to be built in Covington. But Covington Councilman David Fitzgerald says he didn't know...