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Walmart is closing stores across the U.S. in 2025. Are any of them in Louisiana? Here’s what’s behind the closures, and what it means for local communities and shoppers.

Support Hospice of Acadiana’s mission and enter to win a Hyundai, camper, or travel prizes in the 2025 “Hit the Road with Hospice” raffle. Tickets are $20 and open now.

A photo from the morning commute in Lafayette shows a vehicle at an intersection with tons of stuff on its roof.

In recent weeks have you noticed that there are more crawfish on the roads? If so, there's a reason why crawfish are on the move.

LSU star Livvy Dunne posted a video of her eating boiled crawfish and she didn't hold back on how she enjoys her crawfish, which many applaud.

Where can you find the best cheeseburger in Louisiana? We've uncovered the top spot to satisfy your cheeseburger cravings, as ranked by rave Yelp reviews.

A Texas woman's dream of winning the Lottery has turned into a nightmare as the Lottery Commission is refusing to pay the jackpot because of where she bought her ticket. Could this happen in Louisiana too?

A popular Cra-Z-Art jewelry-making kit sold in Louisiana has been recalled due to a hazardous chemical in the included resin. Parents are urged to stop use immediately and request a refund.

All of the restaurants are located in Baton Rouge and will be featured over the next three Fridays.

Hey y’all, can’t believe we’re still having to send out this annual April Fool’s Day reminder… but here we are.

Officials confirmed a body was found in the Mississippi River near the downtown area in Baton Rouge.

One parish in Louisiana ranked in the top 100 in the United States, while 10 others ranked in the top 500.

A heartbreaking situation unfolded on a Louisiana roadway when a bicyclist rode into the path of oncoming traffic, leading to the loss of his life.

If you're road-tripping this Easter, you may need to stop at Buc-ee's. The popular travel center remains open 24/7—but does that include holidays for travelers from Louisiana and beyond?

Louisiana State Police officials were called out to investigate a deadly single-vehicle crash in which a truck ended up driving off the side of the roadway.

A St. Martinville man died over the weekend after being struck by a vehicle on Sunday evening on Louisiana Highway 353 near Lake Martin in St. Martin Parish.

The new $10.5 million facility opened to Louisiana fans and families late last year. It's a short drive away and you'll find the prices to be budget friendly.

Louisiana football fans could visit a stadium where the concessions are free on game day later this fall. Where is that and why are they doing it?

Louisiana travelers with cruise plans out of Galveston Texas need to check the status of that cruise. A major cruise line has cancelled multiple voyages.

For those in Louisiana who don't want winter to leave, we have some good news for you as temperatures may soon be dropping once again.

A Lafayette homeowner has taken neighborhood watch to the next level—by turning her front yard into a full-blown billboard aimed at catching a thief.

Three men, including a cold case suspect, have been indicted for murder in St. Landry Parish. Charges range from second-degree to first-degree murder.

Louisiana may soon see a new law that would make it a crime to spread any sexually transmitted disease intentionally.

A dramatic fire broke out Monday morning after a lightning strike likely ignited two oil tanks during a powerful round of severe weather that swept across South Louisiana.