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From the sweet to the sour to the downright teeth-destroying, let’s unwrap some of the most awesome '80s candies.

Stretching your family’s budget? These Lafayette spots offer free or cheap meals for kids, making dinner out easier and more affordable.

Louisiana 4th graders led the nation in reading growth for the second year running, jumping from 42nd to 16th place. The state's science of reading reforms are working.

From Lafayette to Abbeville, Crowley to Opelousas, and all points in between, you shared what you feel are the best spots authentic, mouthwatering gumbo.

Young Thug is going through it.

A promising NFL career takes a sudden pause for Malik Nabers. His knee injury is raising questions about player safety on those artificial turf fields.

Louisiana's 31,700 federal workers face missing paychecks by Oct 15. Veterans' benefits continue, SNAP secure for October. Military bases operational but troops unpaid.

A quiet morning in Lafayette took a tragic turn today, leaving a community in shock. Details are still unfolding, and we’ll keep you posted.

Is it just me, or does shopping early in the week feel like a hidden secret? One local's unexpected calm at Walmart on a Tuesday.

Electronic Arts is going private in a record-breaking buyout — and the blockbuster deal could reshape the future of gaming.

Celebrate Louisiana Cattle Festival 2025 in Abbeville Oct. 3–5 with parades, live music, rib eating, cattle drive, and family-friendly fun.

Mama June shared the emotional moment she learned her daughter had been in a car accident — and her reaction was peak mom energy.

Find 2025 Acadiana trick-or-treat times and family-friendly Halloween events in Lafayette, Carencro, Scott, Broussard, Breaux Bridge, Opelousas, and more

TripAdvisor has come out with their Travelers' Choice Awards and one Louisiana restaurant has made the Top 10 for "Best Date Night" in the country.

The deadline to claim part of Capital One’s $425M settlement over its 360 Savings accounts is Oct. 2, 2025. Here’s who qualifies and how to file.

Many of the corndogs and sausage on a stick products were not only sold for consumer use at home but large quantities were sold to schools and military instillations.

The tropical Atlantic is very active right now, what does that mean for the Gulf in the coming weeks? Here's what Hurricane Center forecasters are saying.

A tragic crash has devastated the Putman family, leaving three dead and several others — including children — in critical condition.

A 33-year-old woman was killed as an innocent bystander and three others injured in a Bourbon Street shooting near Canal Street, NOPD says.

Kartchner’s is bringing their famous boudin and cracklins to Youngsville with a brand-new location inside Metairie Centre.

At a Jason Aldean concert, love shone brighter than the lights. You won’t believe how this engagement turned a fun night into an unforgettable memory for all.

Check out the final scores from all the Week 4 high school football games in South Louisiana, with updates on key matchups and district standings.

We're teaming up with Ragin' Cajun to make you king of the grill this tailgate season. Here's how you can win.

There's a 1982 penny floating around the U.S. right now that has everyone checking their piggy banks and couch cushions. If you find one, it can be worth more than $15,000!