Overall crime in unincorporated St. Tammany, which comprises most of the parish’s approximately 275,000 people, was down ...

A federal judge has blocked the enforcement of a Louisiana law that makes it a crime to approach within 25 feet (7.6 meters) of a working police officer after being ordered or asked to step back.

Louisiana State Police said in a statement Saturday, February 1, 2025 that lawmen arrested 15 people in connection with a ...

The judge said that the police-buffer law violated the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution because it is too vague.

With Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras fast approaching, Louisiana officials are ramping up security efforts, implementing ...

Louisiana State Troopers are gearing up for an exciting and highly anticipated Super Bowl week in February 2025. With large crowds expected, safety in and around the French Quarter is paramount. Law ...

Special to the American Press Gov. Jeff Landry has issued an executive order amending the State of Emergency issued on Jan 1.