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After months of speculation, excitement, and cautious optimism, it’s finally official: Trader Joe’s is coming to Lafayette.

Shreveport officials fired back after California Governor Gavin Newsom claimed the Louisiana city has murder rates six times higher than San Francisco.

A Louisiana Mega Millions ticket is one number away from a multi-million dollar win on Friday night. How much will they really take home?

Bathroom vape detectors, sound alerts, and virtual therapy are rolling out in Louisiana schools. Could this be the new normal statewide?

Federal grand jury returns 18-count indictment against New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, making her first sitting mayor in city's 307-year history.

Saints great Deuce McAllister visits Maurice on August 16 for a Crown Royal bottle signing at Nu Nu’s.

Meet UL student-athletes and spirit squads at Ragin’ Cajun Fan Day on August 16, 2025, at Blackham Coliseum. Free admission, fan giveaways, and more!

What started as a search for a missing teen ended with serious charges for a local bar in Hammond, Louisiana.

Roblox removed vigilante predator hunters August 13, one day before Louisiana filed lawsuit alleging platform fails to protect children from abuse.

Todd Graves talks about how he built his multi-billion dollar chicken empire and shares a few secrets that could help others possibly achieve their dreams.

A mother went to social media to thank an LSU football player who assisted her and her kids while stranded alongside a busy roadway.

An Arkansas father’s story is going viral, and thousands in Louisiana are speaking out in support.

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Here's a bird's eye view into how Louisiana's largest crawfish farm gets those mudbugs from the rice fields to your table.

Some parents who drop off and pick up their kids at school have seen enough, and they aren't happy about some parent's behavior.

A Louisiana boy has been missing from his home since Thursday morning.

Video shows the new Lake Charles bridge replacing one of America’s most dangerous spans.

Lafayette Parish teachers and support personnel are going to have more money to spend.

These Lafayette restaurants may be gone, but they're far from forgotten. Here's the top 10 list locals say they still crave—plus the memories that keep them alive.

A 30-year-old Baton Rouge inmate died at West Baton Rouge jail after a medical emergency. Overdose suspected; investigation ongoing.

Capital One will pay $425M to settle claims it kept 360 Savings rates low while offering higher yields elsewhere. Find out if you’re eligible and how to claim.

Believe it or not the towns with the hardest to pronounce names in Texas and Louisiana are very similar and are located a little over 100 miles from each other.

Home Depot and the Consumer Products Safety Commission have issued a recall on a popular tool sold at Home Depot stores throughout Louisiana and Texas.

Chano's return, NBA does it again, Kevin's series continues and more.