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Miss Louisiana Shelby Bordelon finished first runner-up at Miss America, coming within one spot of a historic first for the state.

Have a $2 bill? Find out which rare $2 bills can be worth hundreds or thousands of dollars and what collectors look for.

Right now through October, those summer clearance sales are hitting their lowest prices of the year. Seven product categories are practically giving it away.

Fans of UL's Ragin Cajuns, the LSU Tigers, and McNeese Cowboys will need to consider the forecast as they make plans to support their teams tonight.

What started as a street performance on Bourbon Street turned chaotic when a woman grabbed the juggler's clubs and hurled them into the crowd.

Great Value organic triple berry blend is recalled at Walmart due to possible E. coli contamination. Lot code 6040 01-6, best by Feb. 9, 2028. Return for a full refund.

In 2023, Louisiana recorded 104 work-related deaths, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

From heat exhaustion to Vibrio infections, here's what Louisiana health officials want families to know before the long weekend.

Thunderstorms are common in Louisiana, but lightning can still be dangerous indoors. Here are five things you should never do during a thunderstorm.

Louisiana ranks near the bottom for cost of living, but most residents still fall short of what experts say they need to live comfortably.

Postal patrons of the United States Postal Service are being asked to plan ahead as that service announces closures and service interruptions.

Cleco's cutting the power Thursday night across five Acadiana towns for grid repairs. One hour without air conditioning in this heat means planning ahead now.

People are moving to these Louisiana cities in 2026, and four of the fastest-growing communities are located right here in Acadiana.

Louisiana State Police officials say it is not true that you have to have a buster seat to drive if you are under 5'2", according to a viral post.

Louisiana dove hunting season opens Saturday, September 5, 2026. North and South zones have different dates. Hunters 18 and older need a license and HIP certification.

A Lotto ticket sold in Lafayette has been confirmed as a $3.75 million jackpot winner. It's the second big lottery win in Lafayette this week.

A threat of heavy rain and storms will impact Louisiana's Friday night football schedule. The anticipated heavy weather could also put a damper on college tailgating on Saturday too.

Louisiana's opioid deaths fell 59% since 2022, new state data shows, outpacing the national decline.

SpaceX's massive project in Vermilion Parish could bring thousands of jobs and potentially transform Lafayette into Louisiana's largest population center.

High schoolers across Louisiana can win cash prizes by making videos about safer driving. The contest runs through October 31st.