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Lafayette collected $28M in inventory taxes last year. Amendment 4's state payout maxes out at $15M. Lafayette's local officials will have to bridge the rest.

Three Milton Middle students face discipline after marijuana edibles were found on campus. Officials say no students were harmed.

Louisiana store closures in 2026 include Saks Off 5th, Francesca's, and a local Brothers Food Mart operator. Here's the full list and what's still opening.

In a landslide vote of 27 to 7, the Louisiana Senate has now officially done away with inspection stickers.

Several Saints games have reportedly leaked ahead of the NFL’s official schedule release Thursday night.

College Football National Champions, the Indiana Hoosiers made their trip to the White House and attempted to recreate LSU's "Get the Gat" dance.

More than 2,200 Lafayette Parish teachers will receive the largest 13th check since 2006.

Parents are caught between laughter and eye rolls as the '67' craze takes over their homes, and now it’s made its way to dinner plates.

LPSS graduation ceremonies begin this week at the Cajundome. Here is the full 2026 schedule.

Acadiana communities are expanding free food fridges and pantries to support families struggling with grocery prices.

Imagine a mall that once dreamt of being the heart of Kenner, now ready for a new chapter. What’s next for this space?

St. Landry Cinema launches its first-ever free summer movie series in Opelousas. Films include Dog Man, How to Train Your Dragon, and Kung Fu Panda 4 starting June 2.

One passenger has tragically passed away, and health officials are piecing together the mystery on board the ship. Stay tuned.

Did the FBI invade your home computer network and reset your router? If you have one of these 24 router models, they probably did.

Staph bacteria might be lurking in your medicine cabinet—here’s what you need to know about this alarming recall.

A Scott man has been arrested following a child exploitation investigation tied to a national tip.

Cajun Fitness in Youngsville, Louisiana has posted a video to their Facebook page showing a man backing up his truck and illegally dumping the entire contents of his truck into their dumpster.

PepsiCo Foods is cutting more than 20 snacks in 2026, including products that just hit Louisiana shelves last year. Here's the full brand-by-brand list.

The modified trucks are now leading to traffic stops, citations, and in some cases, vehicles being towed off the road across Louisiana.

Get ready, LSU fans! College GameDay is rolling back into Baton Rouge for a milestone episode that’s sure to bring the heat this fall.

Authorities intercepted a marijuana transaction in Grand Coteau worth up to $30,000, leading to an arrest.

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff says a woman may have falsely collected donations after the tragic shooting death of 15-year-old Javion Semien.

As the humidity rises, so do the chances of finding those pesky termites buzzing around. Let's talk about what to watch for this season.

Lafayette Stars & Stripes returns July 4, 2026 at Parc International. Free admission, live music, food trucks, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. for America's 250th anniversary.