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From Cut Off to Waterproof, Louisiana, there's a story behind the odd and bizarre names of these towns.

As kids latch onto the latest fidget craze, parents are finding themselves in a bit of a travel pickle.

Fuji Sushi House at 4416 Johnston St. in Lafayette has closed indefinitely after owners cited an unexpected family emergency. No reopening date set.

Louisiana law makers have moved a bill forward to name a new Mississippi River bridge after President Donald Trump.

As travel chaos unfolds, Lafayette's TSA workers show up every day, despite the paychecks not arriving. There's a real sense of community support brewing here.

Sen. Bill Cassidy, who pushed for debates for weeks, now says no to the April 28 Moon Griffon Show debate. Letlow and Fleming have both confirmed.

Slidell Police released bodycam video after a man allegedly groped a teen at a hotel pool. Officers responded within minutes.

As the sun shines brighter in Lafayette, families are flocking to Moncus Park. But watch out for the parking pitfalls that could put a damper on your day.

LeAnn Rimes will perform in Baton Rouge at the Manship Theatre’s Red Carpet Gala, a fundraising event featuring dinner, drinks and a live show

A fatal apartment fire in Louisiana is under investigation as officials warn about smoking hazards and the importance of working smoke alarms.

Police have identified a 16-year-old killed in a Lafayette shooting on East Cedar Street. The investigation remains ongoing.

A leading internet publication has identified the nine most laid-back towns in the South. It's no surprise which Louisiana town made the list.

A suspect was arrested in the fatal crash following a high speed pursuit.

New details have emerged in a Central Louisiana plane crash. The kind of plane has been identified and we have details about passengers.

After a refinery explosion in Port Arthur, South Louisiana residents flooded social media saying they heard a loud boom and felt homes shake.

A Lafayette resident filed a petition in 15th JDC alleging the school board violated open meetings law and its own closure rules when it voted to close Comeaux.

Art LeBreton, retired LPSO chief deputy, is running for Youngsville police chief in 2026—the race he was barred from finishing in 2024.

From HPC's Tunnel Tube Technology to budget Bayou Classic kits — here's how to pick the right crawfish boiler for your 2026 backyard boil.

ICE agents are at Louis Armstrong Airport as the DHS shutdown pushes TSA callouts to record levels. Here's what New Orleans travelers need to know.

There are a couple of $1 bills printed in 2014 and 2016 that some collectors are paying between $20,000 and $150,000 for.

Bryan Adams and Pat Benatar are coming to NOLA. See presale details and how to win tickets.

Lafayette’s Bark in the Park 2026 offers pet-friendly fun, adoptable dogs and cats, music, food trucks, and kids’ activities this Sunday.

A viral video shows an officer shouting commands at overwhelmed MSY travelers as lines stretch for hours.

Warm afternoons and cool nights—sounds like spring in Lafayette! Just when you thought winter was behind us.