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A Bossier Parish Sheriff’s deputy was killed after his patrol vehicle was struck by a train while working traffic in Bossier City Wednesday morning.

Amidst some shaky sales figures, a citrus surprise is here to sweeten things up at Dollar Tree – and it’s not your typical candy bar.

It’s not every day you hear about a $209 million jackpot. The Louisiana Lottery has confirmed a major win in Powerball on Wednesday night.

Freezing rain, ice, snow, and sleet will move into Louisiana beginning tomorrow. The National Weather Service has adjusted the timing and the forecast details. Here are the latest changes.

Winters in Louisiana can either be very mild or very cold, and the coldest day ever recorded will have you shivering.

If you want to prevent your pipes from freezing in your home during a hard freeze, some simple trick could save your a heartache.

Lafayette grand jury indicts ex-LPSS construction director Robert Gautreaux on 11 felony counts including forgery, obstruction as AG probes school officials.

Louisiana's Thursday game at App State moved to 11 am CT as major winter storm threatens Boone with heavy snow and ice. Cajuns seek to build on road win.

A downtown Lafayette bar has landed on the national food scene after earning a James Beard Award nomination.

The legend of Mary Jane's Bridge is well known throughout Acadiana, but do you know about the haunted bridge in Sunset, Louisiana, Marland's Bridge?

Here’s what to know about barricades, street closures, parking, and safety for Mardi Gras 2026 in Lafayette.

Broadcasting icon Darla Montgomery returns to Acadiana TV with a new lifestyle show, joining News 15 and bringing decades of trusted local journalism back to the airwaves.

Family Gras 2026 returns to Metairie with free concerts, parades, food, and a star-studded lineup.

Residents took to social media, wondering about the imposing AC-130 flying low over their neighborhoods. It’s not every day you see that!

A recent security flaw has left Apple users vulnerable, but half of them still haven't hit that update button. Let’s talk about what that means for your devices.

A popular women's clothing retailer has announced plans to shutter almost a third of its locations nationwide. Louisiana locations have already been affected.

National Weather Service Forecasters have updated the outlook for this weekend's threat of winter weather. Here's the latest on the timing of the storm and how much ice could accumulate.

Four proven Louisiana king cake recipes from traditional brioche to quick Bundt pan methods. Make authentic Mardi Gras treats at home with brown butter icing.

Former LSU star Angel Reese joins Netflix's "The Hunting Wives" Season 2 as "Trainer Barbie," referencing her famous "Bayou Barbie" nickname from Baton Rouge.

Mama’s Fried Chicken made New Iberia Mardi Gras parade attendees supremely happy with an unforgettable parade throw.

A fatal pedestrian crash on Highway 90 in Broussard claimed the life of a 69-year-old man.

A St. Martinville man was shot and killed Monday night. A teen was arrested for murder, and the victim’s wife now faces obstruction charges.

Authorities say a juvenile endured years of sexual abuse in Arnaudville before reporting the crimes to a school counselor, leading to arrests.

A look back at how Patty in the Parc grew from a single tent into one of Lafayette’s biggest spring traditions.