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![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.
![2005 vs 2024 Hurricane Seasons: Bad News for Louisiana and Texas](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/10/Hurricanes-VideoFromSpace-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2005 vs 2024 Hurricane Seasons: Bad News for Louisiana and Texas
Louisiana and Texas residents remember the awful 2005 hurricane season. But the data behind the aggressive forecast for 2024 is the reason there's more bad news.
![Louisiana Celebrates Flag Day Today - Flag Facts You Can Share](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/06/attachment-jon-sailer-8JYxCF00X3Y-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Celebrates Flag Day Today - Flag Facts You Can Share
Today is Flag Day in Louisiana and across the nation. Here are some little known facts about one of the world's most recognizable symbols. How many did you know?
![Biden Says He Will Not Commute Son Hunter's Gun Sentence](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/06/attachment-GettyImages-2156721965.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Biden Says He Will Not Commute Son Hunter's Gun Sentence
President Joe Biden said he will not use his presidential powers to lessen the eventual sentence that his son Hunter will receive for his federal felony conviction on gun crimes.
![Listen: Emotional Last Call for Acadian Founder Richard Zuschlag](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-13T170336.777.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Listen: Emotional Last Call for Acadian Founder Richard Zuschlag
In a heartbreaking yet heartfelt moment, listen to the last radio call for Acadian founder Richard Zuschlag, a tradition honoring fallen first responders.
![Louisiana's 8 Most Wanted Fugitives Still on the Loose](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2023/01/attachment-grant-durr-PPWXd6bvRoM-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana's 8 Most Wanted Fugitives Still on the Loose
Have you ever wondered who Louisiana's most wanted fugitives are? We have too, and we found out.
![Missing 4-Year-Old Found Dead, 6-Year-Old Found with Suspect](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-16-copy-41.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missing 4-Year-Old Found Dead, 6-Year-Old Found with Suspect
The body of 3-year-old Erin Brunett was found in a wooded area near Jackson, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sherrif's Office.
![Louisiana Rapper Webbie’s DJ Blasts Him, Commits Murder-Suicide](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-13T142409.068.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Rapper Webbie’s DJ Blasts Him, Commits Murder-Suicide
Webbie's DJ reportedly took his own life after fatally shooting his wife and ranting about how tough it was working for the Baton Rouge rapper.
![TikTok Influencer Leaves Massive Tip at South Louisiana Restaurant](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/06/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-06-13-at-9.51.14-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
TikTok Influencer Leaves Massive Tip at South Louisiana Restaurant
A famous TikTok Influencer recently visited a Baton Rouge restaurant and he left way more than just some good reviews.
![2 Young Girls Missing After Mother Found Dead in Home](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-16-copy-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2 Young Girls Missing After Mother Found Dead in Home
Louisiana Authorities are searching for 6-year-old Jalie and 4-year-old Erin, who are missing.
![Well-Known South Louisiana Meteorologist Moving On](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2021/03/GettyImages-Tornado.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Well-Known South Louisiana Meteorologist Moving On
A South Louisiana meteorologist is leaving the station where he's worked for almost 30 years.
![Want A Trader Joe's In Lafayette? Here's How to Let Them Know](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2023/07/attachment-GettyImages-185201372.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Want A Trader Joe's In Lafayette? Here's How to Let Them Know
You can actively help get Trader Joe's to Lafayette.
![10 Items You Cannot Throw Away in Regular Lafayette Trash Pickup](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/02/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-02-21T154229.917.jpg?w=980&q=75)
10 Items You Cannot Throw Away in Regular Lafayette Trash Pickup
Here is a list of items you can't toss into your provided trash bins for regular garbage pickup.
![Two Lafayette Louisiana Ladies Headed to Olympic Team Trials](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/06/attachment-Marie-Landreneaux-and-Jillian-Barczyk-Photo-courtesy-of-COLA-Swimming.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Two Lafayette Louisiana Ladies Headed to Olympic Team Trials
Two Lafayette swimmers are headed to the US Olympic Team Trials.
![WANTED: Boys & Girls Club Hiring for Director of Crowley Location](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-FEATURED-IMAGE-21.jpg?w=980&q=75)
WANTED: Boys & Girls Club Hiring for Director of Crowley Location
Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana is looking for the right person to serve as director of the new Crowley location. Anyone who is interested should apply now.
![App Alerts Louisiana Drivers of Recalls on Vehicles, Child Seats](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/03/attachment-Marcus-Chenier-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
App Alerts Louisiana Drivers of Recalls on Vehicles, Child Seats
The NHTSA makes recall information available on their website and a new app that will send you alerts if a recall is issued on your vehicle.
![Louisiana Men Facing Fraud Charges for Cheating in Hog Contests](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-Wild-Hog-Johanthon-Kemper-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Men Facing Fraud Charges for Cheating in Hog Contests
Six Louisiana men are facing charges of hunting contest fraud and could be facing jail time if convicted for alleged cheating in two wild hog hunting contests.
![If You See a Watermelon In Louisiana Doing This Get Away From It](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2023/08/attachment-Screen-Shot-2023-08-04-at-6.28.34-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
If You See a Watermelon In Louisiana Doing This Get Away From It
It's hot in south Louisiana and if you notice a watermelon doing this you should get away from it immediately.