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APR•St Tammany is clarifying information circulating regarding a 59 second video clip connected to the reported arrest of former Pearl River Police Department officer Mike Alquist.
Read full report(August 8, 2026) — Emergency crews responded Saturday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash that completely blocked Highway 41 Spur near Maple Street in Pearl River.
Read full reportTwo Pearl River Police Department officers approved for $5,000 law-enforcement recruitment incentive payments have still not received that money, and court filings and government correspondence reviewed by APR•St Tammany provide a documented explanation of what happened to the funds.
Read full reportPearl River Mayor Joe D. Lee announced today that he will not seek re-election, bringing to a close five years of service leading the Town of Pearl River.
Read full reportPEARL RIVER, La. — as of July 30, 2026 The Pearl River Police Chief candidate forum scheduled for Monday, August 3, has been canceled.
Read full report“I know y’all have probably seen a lot of my name in Facebook and stuff like that here lately,” Polk told those gathered.
Read full reportPRPD Policy 2.19 previously required an employee seeking office within the department’s jurisdiction to resign before announcing their candidacy. A March 1, 2026 revision approved by Chief Jack Sessions removed that requirement.
Read full reportBall described the alleged attacks involving his family as “disgraceful and pathetic” and accused those responsible of focusing on personal attacks rather than the qualifications of the candidates.
Read full reportWhen it comes to protecting our children, transparency should never be optional.
Read full reportJackson recently celebrated being in remission from a rare cancer, but he is now fighting for healing in his lungs.
Read full reportAlthough he is ending his campaign for police chief, Trascher said he is not stepping away from public service. He plans to seek reelection as Ward 8 Constable.
Read full reportAccording to the Picayune Police Department report, the case involved allegations of simple assault and simple assault on a minor.
Read full reportLouisiana law places restrictions on the use of public funds and public resources in elections.
Read full reportPearl River police policy change raises transparency questions
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