Jason Williams, August 20, 1996 — February 01, 2025. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jason Williams, a beloved son, husband, brother, and friend, who left us far too soon. Born ...

Williams’ lenient approach to violent juvenile crime came back to haunt him and his 78-year-old mother. On Oct. 16, 2023, they were the victims of an armed carjacking committed by four teens.

DA Jason Williams announced a jury convicted James Moliere in the 2023 New Year’s Day killing of Clark Bowdry. The verdict followed days of testimony.

Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams will no longer investigate the escape of 10 inmates from the Orleans Justice Center, after Sheriff Susan Hutson told a judge his probe was "fueled ...