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A Lafayette firefighter turned a scary car crash into a moment of comfort for a frightened child sitting on the fire engine bumper.

We asked Acadiana residents to name their favorite locally owned grocery stores. Here are the stores that received the most mentions.

In Acadiana, there's an unspoken rule about gumbo that locals know by heart. Mention tomatoes and you might start an argument.

A Louisiana doctor faces an aggravated manslaughter charge after a 7-year-old boy drowned at a Florida community pool, police say.

About 992,000 Louisianans get Social Security. See what the 3.6% raise means in Lafayette, St. Landry and Iberia parishes.

A Natchitoches man allegedly turned away from a hospital is accused of carjacking an Alexandria public transportation van, and making them drive to Monroe.

The cooler weather has made youth soccer season more enjoyable for everyone, from the players to the folks cheering them on.

LSU will receive $500,000 from Kentucky after Wildcats fans stormed the field following their 35-34 overtime win over the Tigers.

Two corrections officers at Evangeline Parish Detention Center arrested after bringing contraband into the facility. Sheriff's office conducted surveillance following allegations against them.

Gayle Benson is demanding accountability after the Saints' 1-4 start, and her unusually strong comments could signal changes ahead.

The grass median on Surrey Street sounded like a good idea until delivery trucks started leaving ruts all over it.

Arnaudville Man Fires at High School Students Toilet Papering Homes — Faces Attempted Manslaughter Charge

That bag of Halloween candy sitting in your pantry right now? Walking off those calories takes way more effort than you'd think.

Walmart's new digital price tags are sparking rumors about sneaky pricing tactics, but the company says it's not targeting shoppers based on their wallets.

Temperatures will begin falling during the day on Friday. How cold will it be for Friday night football? Here's what we know.

Forget sleeping in this Saturday. An 11 AM kickoff at Tiger Stadium means tailgate crews are firing up the grills before sunrise.

Louisiana flu positivity is nearly double last October's rate. Learn when kids need shots, which symptoms need a doctor and when school is OK.

A Baton Rouge man was detained after a police chase Tuesday in an investigation into the death of his 92-year-old father, Larry Salisbury.

Ever seen a white cloth hanging from a car window? Learn why some drivers use it to signal for roadside help and what Louisiana motorists should know.

That vacant spot on Ambassador Street has folks dreaming about which restaurant should move in next, and nostalgia is winning.

Corner Pantry Catering by Connie is open at 203 Winchester Drive in Lafayette. Owner Connie DuBose explains the move, the menu and the hours.

In Acadiana, dessert isn't an afterthought. It's treated with the same respect as the main course itself.

Cold front rolling in this weekend means perfect patio weather for dining outside. Local spots with outdoor seating are about to get real popular.

A popular cruise line that serves guests out of both New Orleans and Galveston is warning guests of a potential email scam. Here's how to avoid it.