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A man once accused of planning a mass shooting at a New Orleans festival has been released after Louisiana prosecutors declined to pursue the case.

A new study ranks Louisiana as having the most attractive accent in America. Here's why the Louisiana accent is getting so much attention.

UPDATE: An overturned 18-wheeler closed the I-10 eastbound Ambassador Caffery exit for several hours before crews reopened it Thursday morning.

Four children escaped a Lafayette house fire Wednesday night after a mattress caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the blaze in about 15 minutes.

A staff member ended up on the ground during an LSU football drill, and the whole thing was caught on video.

A child lost their life Wednesday night in Opelousas after a gun discharged near Kim Drive and Mia Street.

As the U.S. contemplates life beyond the penny, new rules for paying with cash are being finalized. Here's what you need to know.

Jayden Daniels has sent LSU a cease-and-desist after the Tigers gave his former No. 5 jersey to DJ Pickett.

The explosive part of the disease is bad enough but these three lingering effects are what most people are talking about.

Two New Iberia tickets split lottery jackpot. Powerball confirms a one billion dollar win on Wednesday night.

Lafayette's DA found the School Board didn't break Louisiana's Open Meetings Law during the vote that closed Comeaux High.

Louisiana drivers with poor credit pay $2,666 more annually for full coverage auto insurance than drivers with good credit, according to LendingTree.

This Louisiana island was once a luxury Gulf Coast resort. Then a devastating 1856 hurricane changed Last Island forever.

Charley G's béchamel crab cakes, Prejean's crab au gratin, and more — here's where Lafayette does crab dishes right.

Five fire departments showed up to battle a structure fire at a well-known Abbeville landmark, and they got it under control fast.

A man lost his life in Opelousas after an apparent dog attack in the early morning hours, and the dogs' owner now faces a negligent homicide charge.

The Yard Goat has announced a new dress code and bag guidelines, particularly as the venue gets ready for more late-night DJ events and bigger nighttime crowds.

Lafayette and Acadiana have plenty to celebrate as Southern Living opens voting for its South's Best Awards.

A high school football player unknowingly put on a helmet hiding a venomous cottonmouth before practice, leading to a shocking discovery.

Drew Brees will be inducted into the New Orleans Saints Ring of Honor on October 11, 2026 at halftime against the Minnesota Vikings. He is the ninth player to receive this honor.

Powerball game officials have upped tonight estimated Powerball jackpot to over $1 billion. Here's why.

Independent online predator catchers were involved in at least two Louisiana investigations this week that resulted in arrests.

Wildflower Lane in Crowley offers great clothing deals while helping Faith House support women and children escaping domestic violence.

Lafayette campaign signs can go up starting Aug. 5, but rules on size, placement and removal apply through Nov. 3 and beyond.