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Lafayette library director warns branch closures and layoffs are possible if December voters again reject the $8.9M property tax renewal the system relies on to operate.

A century-old bar on River Road beat every New Orleans restaurant on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. See the full list of Louisiana Triple D locations.

Target is opening 30 new stores in 2026, including one in Denham Springs, Louisiana. The new store is part of Target's plan to open over 300 locations by 2035.

A Starbucks employee in LaPlace, Louisiana has been arrested for video voyeurism after a cell phone was discovered in an employee bathroom recording video.

Let's take a look at the 10 most common Cajun and Creole last names in Louisiana and how many people share these last names.

Free summer meals return to Lafayette Parish with weekly food boxes and school meal sites for children 18 and under.

Deputies seized meth, Xanax and marijuana during a major I-10 traffic stop in Lafayette Parish.

In the wake of a missing person's search, a body has been located. This discovery brings a mix of sorrow and hope for closure.

Relax in Lafayette with a discounted Maison Mouton getaway packed with beauty, gourmet dining, and Southern charm.

Half Shell Oyster House in Lafayette appears to have closed permanently, leaving many local customers shocked and disappointed.

A Church Point man faces serious child assault charges after investigators uncovered allegations involving a juvenile under 13 years old.

Umbrellas will be the accessory of choice across South Louisiana for the next few days as heavy rains and potential flooding are in the forecast.

A 3-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in a pool at his babysitter's home in Prairieville. Ascension Parish Sheriff's Juvenile Unit is investigating.

A simple question about AI-generated ads sparked a massive debate across Lafayette with strong opinions on both sides.

Louisiana voters rejected Amendment 3 and teachers now face losing a $2,000 annual stipend. Gov. Landry says no one in state government gets a raise until teachers do.

Authorities are on the hunt for a suspect in a high-stakes case. It’s a reminder of how important community involvement can be.

Jax Beer, McKenzie's, Schwegmann's, Hubig's, Dixie Beer: the Louisiana originals that defined a culture and what became of every one of them.

Graduation day should be all about celebration, but one Baton Rouge ceremony took a shocking turn. Let's talk about what happened when tempers flared.

One farmer took to YouTube to share his tip on how he controls rodents around his property that is also safe for his pets, and it will only cost you $6 or $7.

Lafayette’s Seize the Deal auction includes generators, trailers, Basin tours, jewelry, outdoor gear, and more before bidding closes Friday.

Enter to win a Cajun Heartland State Fair grand prize package including four ride wristbands, four admission tickets, and CHSF merchandise. Deadline is 8 a.m. May 21.

Multiple people were booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center.

A Lafayette woman has been arrested after police say a 3-year-old child was found unresponsive in a bathtub Saturday evening.

Opelousas Police responded to a shooting at the Yambilee Ag Arena at 1:42 a.m. Sunday. Two non-life-threatening injuries reported. Four vehicles and a camper struck.