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Surveillance footage shows eleven inmates escaping from the Orleans Parish Jail. Authorities are investigating possible inside assistance.

The FBI is now assisting in the manhunt for multiple inmates who escaped through a hole in the Orleans Parish Jail. A $5,000 reward is being offered for tips.

The Social Security Administration releases new data each year, and it shows the trendy and popular names across the country. Here's what hip and cool in Louisiana.

How did 11 inmates escape from an Orleans jail undetected? A photo, seemingly taunting police, gives us a good idea as the manhunt continues.

A Louisiana man hit an officer with his car while fleeing from police officers during a traffic stop.

More than 24 hours after flames engulfed part of the historic Nottoway Plantation, the site is barely a shell of its former self.

11 inmates have escaped from custody, and the public is being asked to stay vigilant. The manhunt is underway—here’s what we know so far.

The Lafayette Fire Department’s hazmat unit assisted in containing an ammonia leak at Guidry’s Catfish Thursday night. No injuries were reported, and the scene was cleared safely.

Some on social media claim to see images in the fire at the plantation house fire in Iberville Parish. Do you see what they see?

A horrifying scene played out at a Louisiana Walmart as a police officer was dragged through the parking lot while hanging onto the door of a car.

A school janitor in Louisiana is behind bars after the allegedly molested a juvenile.

Clean Refineries Inc. is eyeing Acadia Parish for a $1 billion refinery project that could transform the region’s economy. Here’s what we know so far.

If you want to view this beautiful home, located at 628 Greyford Drive in Lafayette, you can do so on weekends starting Saturday, May 17, through Sunday, June 22.

You might recall this celebrity alligator from appearances in James Bond films, hit TV shows, and his scene stealing performance in Happy Gilmore.

The Bonya Brand of yogurt has recalled several of its popular yogurt parfaits over unlisted allergen concerns. Here's what to look for and how to get a full refund.

Lafayette Parish School System is raising the starting salary for teachers and rolling out a new performance-based bonus structure aimed at retention and student achievement.

A massive fire has consumed much of the iconic Nottoway Plantation in Iberville Parish. Here’s what we know about the fire, the damage, and what happens next.

Louisiana deputies have responded to 471 animal cruelty complaints since 2024. While many cases don’t result in arrests, law enforcement says each report is taken seriously.

If you're heading to the beach for sun or Sand in My Boots this weekend, just know there is a danger lurking you might not be able to see.

A Louisiana legend, the woman behind The "Hello Acadiana" theme song, had a very long music career.

A Louisiana woman was arrested after dragging an officer and fleeing with an unrestrained child during a traffic stop.

A Louisiana police officer responded to a home with chickens and a mummified body in a bedroom.

A grand jury has indicted Nyjal Hurst for second-degree murder in the 2024 shooting that killed Senior Corporal Segus Jolivette. The officer’s death inspired proposed changes to Louisiana sentencing laws.

Louisiana has quite a few animals in our waters that you'll want to avoid, so let's take a look at "The Most Snake-Infested Lakes in Louisiana".