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![Lafayette Police Seek Public Help Identifying iPad Theft Suspect](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-15T194605.280.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Police Seek Public Help Identifying iPad Theft Suspect
Lafayette Police are seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a theft at a local retail store.
![Trump Shooter Spotted Nearly 30 Minutes Before Shots Fired](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-GettyImages-2161431349.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Trump Shooter Spotted Nearly 30 Minutes Before Shots Fired
Trump gunman Thomas Crooks was spotted on the roof of a building with a clear sightline of the former president nearly 30 minutes before he opened fire.
![Louisiana Law Makes These Baby Names Illegal](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/07/attachment-RS40549_GettyImages-509557490-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Law Makes These Baby Names Illegal
Are there really names that are against the law in Louisiana?
![Would This Viral 'Texas Gumbo' Pass a Louisiana Inspection?](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/12/attachment-Texas-Gumbo-Pepper-Belly-Pete.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Would This Viral 'Texas Gumbo' Pass a Louisiana Inspection?
A video that has gained millions of views across multiple platforms shows a "Texas gumbo." Thankfully, there are no beans.
![Donald Trump Has Made His Vice Presidential Pick](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-GettyImages-2159730000.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Donald Trump Has Made His Vice Presidential Pick
Former President Donald Trump has made his decision on his vice presidential pick.
![CHECK IT OUT: You Can Rent This Awesome Tower in New Iberia](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-new-iberia-airbnb-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
CHECK IT OUT: You Can Rent This Awesome Tower in New Iberia
One of the most unique AirBnb stays we've seen is right in the heart of New Iberia, and it's a tower you can rent out for you and the family.
![Man Wins $100,000 With Lottery Strategy From Watching TLC](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/04/attachment-giorgio-trovato-BRl69uNXr7g-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Man Wins $100,000 With Lottery Strategy From Watching TLC
Is there a strategy to winning the Lottery? Well, there might be...
![One of The Most Unique Tree House Airbnbs in South Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-13-copy3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
One of The Most Unique Tree House Airbnbs in South Louisiana
Even locals occasionally enjoy a staycation, and this particular Airbnb screams Louisiana summer staycation like no other. It is tucked perfectly away on the outskirts of town, so you won't have to go far to relax and kick back at one of the most unique Airbnbs in South Louisiana.
![Louisiana to be Prominently Featured at Republican National Convention](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-RNC-LOGO.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana to be Prominently Featured at Republican National Convention
Louisiana’s Congressional Delegates Take Center Stage at Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
![Meche's Donuts in New Iberia Closed After Windows Shattered](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Meches-Donuts-in-New-Iberia.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Meche's Donuts in New Iberia Closed After Windows Shattered
The business will be closed until Tuesday, July 16th to allow for repairs to the building.
![Louisiana is Home to 13 'World Capitals' Can You Name Them?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/05/Baton-Rouge.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana is Home to 13 'World Capitals' Can You Name Them?
Baton Rouge is just a state capital, these Louisiana towns are self-proclaimed "world capitals". Do you know how and why they earned their titles?
![Cruises Sailing Out of Louisiana Will Enforce Buffet Rule at Sea](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/02/attachment-stephanie-klepacki-hXMuT9EDSmo-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cruises Sailing Out of Louisiana Will Enforce Buffet Rule at Sea
Part of the joy of cruising is all the great food. Make sure follow this buffet rule on board so you don't miss a meal.
![Louisiana Lottery Confirms Saturday Powerball Win](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2022/04/attachment-alejandro-garay-1RxbuMvugxk-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Lottery Confirms Saturday Powerball Win
Louisiana Lottery officials have confirmed a ticket sold in Louisiana is a big winner from Saturday night's Powerball drawing.
![Tropical Funnel Clouds Likely in South Louisiana Monday](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/05/attachment-IMG_6722.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tropical Funnel Clouds Likely in South Louisiana Monday
The combination of afternoon thunderstorms and the sea breeze could create tropical funnel clouds across South Louisiana again this afternoon.
![Hit-and-Run Accident Results in Fatality in Acadia Parish](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2022/02/attachment-Police-Lights-Photo-courtesy-of-Crime-Stoppers-of-Vermilion1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hit-and-Run Accident Results in Fatality in Acadia Parish
A fatal hit-and-run accident on Louisiana Highway 90 near Ebenezer Road claimed the life of a 41-year-old Rayne resident.
![Fatal Accident Claims Life of Elderly Pedestrian in Iberia Parish](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2022/06/attachment-GettyImages-103348532.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fatal Accident Claims Life of Elderly Pedestrian in Iberia Parish
A tragic accident on Louisiana Highway 83 south of Louisiana Highway 14 resulted in the death of a 75-year-old New Iberia resident.
![What We Know About the Gunman Who Tried to Assassinate Trump](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-GettyImages-2161922154.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What We Know About the Gunman Who Tried to Assassinate Trump
Here's everything we know about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump.
![LISTEN LIVE: Lafayette Reacts to Trump Assassination Attempt](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Trump-Assassination-Attempt.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LISTEN LIVE: Lafayette Reacts to Trump Assassination Attempt
We're going live to give you up-to-date coverage and get your reaction here in Lafayette.
![Louisiana Man Captures 'Ghost Children' Playing on School Bus](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-Ghosts-On-A-School-Bus.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Man Captures 'Ghost Children' Playing on School Bus
An Opelousas man pumping gas noticed several children playing on a parked St. Landry Parish school bus. The only problem is, there were no kids on the bus.
![UPDATE: Trump Safe, Shooter Dead After Shots Fired at Rally](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Shooting-Trump-Rally-Pennsylvania.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UPDATE: Trump Safe, Shooter Dead After Shots Fired at Rally
Shots were fired at former president Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.