Good morning, Slidell.

Deputies were dispatched Friday afternoon to a residence on Jasmine Street in the Mandeville area after a female was fatally shot — a male suspect fired at officers upon leaving and later died at a local hospital.

Detectives with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Narcotics Division arrested 31-year-old Wilfred Cousin in Slidell on June 12 after recovering over 4,000 Tapentadol pills and $900 in cash—authorities say the opioid, sold under street names like 'Pandas,' poses serious health risks when misused.

Faith Bridges, an incoming senior at Doyle High School, received the Tulane Book Award for the 2024-2025 school year for strong academics - leadership and public service.

The award honors one outstanding student from select high schools across the country.

A federal appellate court ruled that Louisiana's law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments was unconstitutional, a decision that civil liberties groups say upholds the separation of church and state.

Attorney General Liz Murrill said she will appeal the ruling and may take the case to the U.S. Supreme Court if needed.

Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Harbor Center — Cost not specified — Watch top chefs from Louisiana compete for the seafood king/queen title.