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Lafayette bids farewell to fitness icon Red Lerille with a powerful final ride past his legendary gym, led by his iconic fleet of exotic cars.

A tragic accident claimed the life of a 65-year-old man while he attempted to clear debris from the road.

A Louisiana man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle then pinned against a trailer.

Louisiana authorities are offering a reward after a dog named Olive was found chained to a tree and suffering from gunshot wounds.

Human composting is gaining ground as a green alternative to burial and cremation. But can you legally do it in Louisiana? Here’s what state law says right now.

Construction for Louisiana’s first Buc-ee’s is officially underway in Lafayette, and with it comes a temporary road closure.

Check your medicine cabinet, Louisiana.

Eight bridges in Louisiana made a list that need assessment for potential safety issues.

A viral video shows a wild animal in a field near a populated area in Lafayette Parish.

Acadiana is home to some of the best locally owned restaurants in Louisiana, and even in America. One local restaurant has been chosen to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants.

The man told authorities he continued to choke his friend until he turned blue while a tribe of Bigfoot watched.

Late-night drivers on I-10 in New Orleans got a wild surprise when a horse was spotted galloping full speed across the highway.

If you want to participate in the largest international music and arts festival in America, there are plenty of opportunities to help the event to run smoothly.

The world-famous Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is happening the weekend of May 2-4, 2025, at Parc Hardy in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.

Reckitt is recalling thousands of Woolite Delicates bottles sold on Amazon due to possible bacterial contamination. Here's what you need to know.

Louisiana still has a way to go, but there's a dramatic shift in performance which bodes well for our students.

Dollar Tree’s new pricing model includes items up to $7—and it’s coming to Louisiana. Here’s what to expect on store shelves as prices continue to climb.

More spring showers are on the way and unfortunately some fo the storms could produce damaging winds.

Second Harvest Food Bank has announced they've officially begun construction on Lafayette's first non-profit grocery store designed to address food deserts in the community.

Dignitaries officially cut the ribbon on a brand new I-10 attraction yesterday. Louisiana families will be able to get a sneak peak this weekend.

A major retailer has confirmed plans to open some 150 stores this year. Where in Louisiana might a new store be located?

If White House plans to shutter the Department of Education go through will Louisiana students still have to pay the balance on student loans?

A major traffic accident involving a semi-truck and two other vehicles resulted in a major diesel spill Thursday night.

March Madness delivered a major upset as McNeese stunned Clemson, 69-67, securing the program’s first-ever NCAA Tournament victory in dramatic fashion.