In Louisiana, crime news means criminal activity, law enforcement actions, the justice system and public safety. Reporting follows statewide trends, legal proceedings and the departments that maintain order.
A three-judge panel reopened Jerad M. Barrett's appeal of his 135-month prison term over a dispute about dismissed drug conduct and a leadership enhancement.
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Should people be allowed to appeal sentences they agreed to waive in plea deals?
Incumbent Don Landry defeated former judge Kristian Earles in the 15th Judicial District attorney race on November 3, 2026.
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Do local law enforcement endorsements influence your decision when voting for a congressional candidate?
The sheriffs are backing the congressional candidate based on her platform of supporting law enforcement and public safety.
State authorities allege a 58-year-old man filed a false insurance claim after his pickup truck was destroyed by fire.
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Do you trust your local government officials to avoid conflicts of interest?
West Feliciana Parish President Kenny Havard is considering a no contest plea and $2,500 fine to resolve an alleged state ethics violation.
Kyle John Hatch, 40, pleaded guilty to child sex abuse materials production and online solicitation of a minor under 13 in Livingston Parish.
Day to day, that means investigations, court outcomes, policy changes in law enforcement and public safety trends. Reporting reaches from the state capital to the rural counties across the entire landscape. Louisiana often sees shifts in activity linked to seasonal environmental events that necessitate specific emergency responses. Changing legislative priorities regarding sentencing and oversight currently drive much of the volume in this coverage.
