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The two Lafayette teenagers, Khloe Somerville, 16, and Natalie Nelson-Craft, 15, who went missing late Friday, March 22, were found Thursday.

The U.S. Marshals Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating a fugitive sex trafficking suspect who is considered armed and dangerous.

If you've ever thought Louisiana gets more than our fair share of rain, you're right. Actually, 3 out of the 10 rainiest U.S. cities are in Louisiana, and one is in Acadiana.

A video posted on social media shows a young lady eating boiled crawfish from a package, while in her car.

At first, school officials believed a house cat had gotten loose in the gym—but they quickly realized they were dealing with a far wilder and potentially more dangerous animal.

Louisiana officials have arrested a Kentucky woman for allegedly scamming a Louisiana victim out of money.

Former Lafayette City Marshal Brian Pope found himself back behind bars. Here's what we know.

A heads up for those in the Youngsville area, you may notice that the water in your house or business looks different in the days ahead.

A Baton Rouge woman is headed to federal prison after defrauding COVID relief programs. She’s one of hundreds charged in a $10 billion nationwide scam still unfolding.

Lafayette officials emphasize that the Downtown Bollard Project is a proactive measure to enhance public safety, ensuring that Lafayette’s streets remain secure for residents and visitors

A Louisiana court has ruled defense attorneys cannot cite Madison Brooks’s sexual history in trial, reinforcing rape shield laws and setting the stage for a high-profile case.

The wait is nearly over as Rascal Flatts is bringing their long-awaited "Life is a Highway" to the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana this Friday, March 28, 2025.

A hunting incident involving a large silhouette and shot in the dark has landed a Louisiana man in trouble with the Department of Wildlife.

Is Louisiana the safest place for you to be in the event of an alien apocalypse? The numbers have been crunched and here are your chances of surviving.

Much of Louisiana will be subject to a threat of severe storms and the potential for excessive rainfall as we move through the weekend.

The Louisiana Lottery has revealed that a $100,000 winning ticket was sold for Wednesday night's drawings which include Powerball, Lotto, and Easy 5.

Acadiana dog parents, this one’s for your spoiled pups.

Something truly special happened this week in Youngsville, and it all started with a simple Facebook post from a mom.

Crawfish cook-offs, Holi Festival, Italian food, live music, and more! Here’s your guide to the best events happening this weekend across South Louisiana.

A Louisiana father took 3 bullets for his daughter—stepping in front of her to save her life.

One major forecaster warns that Louisiana could face a hyperactive 2025 hurricane season, with warm Gulf waters and shifting patterns increasing storm risk.

LSU blasted nine runs in the first inning and never looked back in a 17-4 win over Louisiana Tuesday night. Here’s how the game unraveled for the Ragin’ Cajuns.

An important constitutional amendment will soon be up for vote March 29, 2025 that, if passed, will change what crimes juveniles can be tried as adults for in Louisiana

In a video recently surfacing from a Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, Louisiana, one parade goer violently attacks and damages a Tesla Cybertruck.