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Here in Louisiana, it's hard to believe there are states in the U.S. where live crawfish are actually illegal. Seems like a pretty easy issue to fix, right? Just eat em!

Discover the best Louisiana festivals in 2025! From Cajun music to seafood feasts, explore must-attend events celebrating local culture, food, and fun.

An Opelousas, Louisiana car dealer has been arrested and is facing charges after an investigation found four vehicles that are allegedly stolen on the dealer's lot.

A longtime Chick-fil-A location in Lafayette is permanently closing, joining a growing list of stores that have exited the city’s once-busy retail hubs. While other locations remain open, this one has officially announced its final day of service.

Louisiana is known for passing a good time. Not only are we kind and friendly to each other, but we extend this kindness to out of towners as well.

If 4 newly proposed bills pass, four of Lafayette, Louisiana's parks and recreation centers will be getting new names.

Many Louisiana families will host or participate in Easter Egg hunts this weekend. Have you ever wondered why we do that? Here's the backstory you can share.

LSU’s Livvy Dunne just dropped her own cotton candy energy drink.

Why are severe weather watches and warnings not reaching nearly half a million Louisiana residents? The answer might be difficult to translate.

This is not a April Fool's joke, this man is the most wanted in Texas right now, and your help is needed to bring him to justice.

A new coffee shop is set to open in Lafayette soon and they’re now hiring all positions.

We've all been in the hospital when over the intercom system we hear "Code Blue Room 217" usually repeated three times. Here's what these codes mean in Texas hospitals.

Louisiana, your password might be putting you at risk! Check this list NOW before it's too late!

Louisiana’s cuisine is like no other, a mouthwatering mix of Creole, Cajun, Spanish, African American, and Native American flavors that are loved worldwide.

A Mexican national with six prior deportations has been convicted in Louisiana for illegally possessing a firearm and re-entering the country after a 2024 incident in downtown Shreveport. Federal officials say the man, Jose Ismael Ramirez-Gonzalez, was arrested after pointing a loaded pistol at a woman during a parking dispute.

Time Magazine has published a list of the "World's Greatest Places" to stay and to visit. One of the places on the list is a short drive from Louisiana.

From grand openings and food truck fun to horse racing and local markets, here are the top things to do in South Louisiana this weekend, April 5–7, 2025.

It's hot in south Louisiana and if you notice a watermelon doing this you should get away from it immediately.

A Louisiana family is picking up the pieces after their beloved dog Stormy was struck by a car and left for dead on the side of a road in Cecilia. Their journey is one of heartbreak, healing, and grace.

Paper tags will no longer be issued starting July 1, 2025