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![Food Recall Affects Louisiana Due to Salmonella Concerns](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2013/01/85465888.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Food Recall Affects Louisiana Due to Salmonella Concerns
Popular products sold through Sam's Club and Costco recalled due to Salmonella contamination.
![Heavy Rains This Week + Watching Potential Tropical Development](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-RS29619_GettyImages-926306716-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Heavy Rains This Week + Watching Potential Tropical Development
The last week or so has been pretty dry across Louisiana, but that is going to change as consistent rain chances will be in the forecast for much of the upcoming week.
![Louisiana's Mosquito Woes: What Colors Attract Them or Repel Them](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/02/attachment-Colors-Alexander-Grey-YZOVz5f3SBo-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana's Mosquito Woes: What Colors Attract Them or Repel Them
Unveil the surprising link between clothing colors and mosquito attraction in Louisiana!
![Keep Your Furry Friend Cool: Tips For Dogs During Hot Days](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Happy-Dogs-Photo-courtesy-of-Alvan-Nee-1VgfQdCuX-4-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Keep Your Furry Friend Cool: Tips For Dogs During Hot Days
Discover how to keep your furry friends safe in the summer heat with these expert tips!
![Louisiana Waffle House Customers to See Increase in Menu Prices](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-GettyImages-1215019597.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Waffle House Customers to See Increase in Menu Prices
The next time you dine at your favorite Waffle House in Louisiana, it will cost you more to get those world-famous hashbrowns "scattered, smothered, and covered."
![First Public Kate Middleton Appearance Since Cancer Diagnosis](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/06/attachment-GettyImages-2157693759.jpg?w=980&q=75)
First Public Kate Middleton Appearance Since Cancer Diagnosis
Princess Kate made her first appearance at a public event since her cancer diagnosis earlier this year.
![Could Louisiana Bars Adopt Extreme Minimum Drinking Age on Weekends?](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-louis-hansel-yLUvnCFI500-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Could Louisiana Bars Adopt Extreme Minimum Drinking Age on Weekends?
Bars often devise their dress code policies, and soon they could raise their minimum drinking age.
![Man Admits to Killing Mother and 4-Year-Old Daughter](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-14T210426.286.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Man Admits to Killing Mother and 4-Year-Old Daughter
In a disturbing statement to the media, Callihan confessed, "Sober, no drugs in my system, I did it. I have no reason for what I did.
![Customer in Louisiana Walmart Store Claims Snake Was in Shopping Cart](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/06/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-06-14-at-2.30.43-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Customer in Louisiana Walmart Store Claims Snake Was in Shopping Cart
A customer at a Walmart store in Central Louisiana said a dangerous snake was in her shopping cart, while in the store.
![Louisiana Authorities Looking For Bank Robbery Suspect](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-16-copy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Authorities Looking For Bank Robbery Suspect
The Welsh Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to identify and find a suspect involved in a bank robbery that occurred on Friday afternoon.
![A Benefit for the Brunett Family Organized To Cover Funeral Costs](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-16.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Benefit for the Brunett Family Organized To Cover Funeral Costs
The Brunett family is now mourning the loss of Callie and Erin and needs help covering the funeral costs.
![La. Congressman Won't Run for Re-election in Minority District](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/03/attachment-Garret-Graves-Twitter.jpg?w=980&q=75)
La. Congressman Won't Run for Re-election in Minority District
A new minority district in Louisiana seems to have forced out a sitting Republican before he even ran for re-election.
![Louisiana Woman Dies After Falling From Jeep in Florida](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/07/attachment-GettyImages-1277241907.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Woman Dies After Falling From Jeep in Florida
Police are investigating the death of a Louisiana woman after she fell from a jeep and died as a result of her injuries.
![The Best and Worst Day to Buy Gas in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2023/11/attachment-Untitled-design-82.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Best and Worst Day to Buy Gas in Louisiana
GasBuddy's comprehensive study delved into the fluctuating trends of gas prices throughout the week and discovered a pattern that could make a noticeable difference in consumers' expenses.
![College World Series Begins Today, Here's What You Should Know...](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2017/06/College-World-Series-Field.jpg?w=980&q=75)
College World Series Begins Today, Here's What You Should Know...
Today begins the Baseball College World Series, here's everything you need to know...
![UPDATE: Busy Lafayette I-10 Exit/Entrance Ramp to Close for Improvements](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-8.07.26-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UPDATE: Busy Lafayette I-10 Exit/Entrance Ramp to Close for Improvements
If you will be hitting the highway next week, you will want to note the following closure information from the Louisiana DOTD.
![KATC Explains Why They Made Drastic Changes to Lafayette TV News](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/10/attachment-katc-desk.jpg?w=980&q=75)
KATC Explains Why They Made Drastic Changes to Lafayette TV News
The KATC local leadership got in front of the camera recently to share their thoughts and explain why the Lafayette TV station made the shift in news delivery.
![Sheriff Criticizes AMBER Alert Delay Following Louisiana Tragedy](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-14T091407.591.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Sheriff Criticizes AMBER Alert Delay Following Louisiana Tragedy
A delayed AMBER alert is being criticized as police made a disturbing discovery while apprehending a suspect who killed a mother and her child.
![Louisiana is One of Worst States Associated With Alcoholism](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-RS44318_GettyImages-492456096-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana is One of Worst States Associated With Alcoholism
According to a study done by an addiction resource site, Find Recovery, Louisiana is the sixth state that is most vulnerable to alcoholism.
![New Louisiana Law Will Help Save Pets' Lives](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/06/attachment-Dogs-hannah-lim-U6nlG0Y5sfs-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Louisiana Law Will Help Save Pets' Lives
New legislation aims to save pets through a commemorative stamp program.