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Ponchatoula Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Crimes, Receives 40-Year Sentence and Physical Castration

Nostalgia is on the menu as America prepares for its 250th birthday, and Louisiana's rich flavors are stealing the spotlight. Hold on to your forks!

Texas Roadhouse is upping their menu prices again, but they’re sweetening the deal in a very unique way.

A search that began with hope has turned into a heartbreaking loss for the Opelousas community. Lee Darbonne's family needs our support now more than ever.

Flash Shelton is hoping A&E’s new series 'Squatters' changes how Americans think about a growing issue affecting homeowners nationwide.

A student has been charged after an AI-generated image of a gun sparked a shelter in place at Southside High in Youngsville.

New reports suggest Justin Baldoni may not be ready to walk away from the 'It Ends With Us' franchise after all.

Jake revealed his marriage is over during the 'Deadliest Catch' premiere, opening up about how life at sea affected his family.

Southside High School in Youngsville was placed on shelter in place after a concerning social media post, with law enforcement responding.

Louisiana has its own hantavirus called Bayou virus, confirmed as recently as 2022 and 2023. Here's where it lives, who's at risk, and how to stay safe.

The corpse flower known as Elenore is expected to bloom any day now at Shangri La Botanical Gardens in Orange, Texas.

A portion of the historic Coburns building in downtown Lafayette collapsed overnight, raising concerns about preservation and safety.

In Louisiana, the thrill of the find comes with a twist; knowing where you can dive legally is key.

Louisiana lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow Confederate monuments taken down from public spaces to be relocated to Louisiana state parks.

Authorities arrested a Louisiana woman after a late-night shooting near Krotz Springs sparked an ongoing investigation.

Multiple people were booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center.

A deadly hit-and-run in St. Mary Parish left a 26-year-old woman dead as Louisiana State Police continue searching for the fleeing driver.

China Queen in Pineville has permanently closed as of May 11, 2026, following a viral deer incident, 31 health code violations, and a Louisiana Department of Health investigation.

With rising gas prices squeezing wallets, local families are on the hunt for budget-friendly bites, how does all you can eat shrimp and boneless wings sound?

The 2026 Cajun Heartland State Fair runs May 22–31 at the Cajundome in Lafayette with live music every night. Chee Weez headlines May 30. Admission starts at $5.

With a recent sighting of the Asian longhorned tick, portions of Louisiana are now on high alert and with good reason.

A New Iberia funeral home has been ordered to vacate after inspectors found unsanitary conditions, sparking concern among families and an ongoing investigation.

Acadiana's best boudin isn't always where you'd expect. From Mamou to Broussard, these 8 spots define Cajun flavor in south Louisiana.

The Andes virus cruise ship outbreak has Louisiana asking questions. Here's what the virus is, how it spreads, and why Acadiana's risk is extremely low.