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![Louisiana School Resource Officer Uses Pepper Spray on Students](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-04-24-at-10.44.10-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana School Resource Officer Uses Pepper Spray on Students
A school resource officer in Louisiana deployed pepper spray to stop a fight on campus.
![New Sonic 'Groovy Fries' Hitting Louisiana Menus Soon](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-13-copy2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Sonic 'Groovy Fries' Hitting Louisiana Menus Soon
Sonic is preparing to introduce a new take on its once-forgotten fries. They have not updated their fries in over ten years, but they are taking them to the next level with these 'Groovy Fries'. Fans will be eager to dip these crinkle-cut, perfectly salted fries along with their 'Groovy Sauce, ' which is a creamy ranch combined with the mild spice of Sriracha and herbs.
![Louisiana Is Home to the No. 3 Breakfast Restaurant in the Nation](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2022/09/attachment-Breakfast-Photo-courtesy-of-Brick-Spoon.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Is Home to the No. 3 Breakfast Restaurant in the Nation
It should come as no surprise that one of the Louisiana's restaurants would make the Top 10 on any list.
![These Texas-Flavored Chips Declared the Best by Fans](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-You-Cant-Just-Sell-Brisket-Youve-Got-to-be-Trained-Luis-San-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
These Texas-Flavored Chips Declared the Best by Fans
Everything's bigger in Texas, and that sometimes includes flavor.
![States Are Banning Thousands of Popular Snacks, Should Louisiana?](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-136.jpg?w=980&q=75)
States Are Banning Thousands of Popular Snacks, Should Louisiana?
Now, other states want to follow in California's footsteps but are taking it even further. They have requested that other additives and dyes like Yellow 6 and Red 40 be added just to name a few. These dyes are found in countless snacks and drinks.
![Airlines Now Required to Give Refunds for Canceled Flights](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-GettyImages-1455761315.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Airlines Now Required to Give Refunds for Canceled Flights
Airlines will now have to pay automatic refunds for canceled, delayed flights and lost bags as new rules are being hailed as a game-changer for travel.
![This Is Why Lafayette, Louisiana Has So Many Car Washes](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2023/02/attachment-Breaking-Bad-and-Better-Call-Saul.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Is Why Lafayette, Louisiana Has So Many Car Washes
According to the Lafayette Economic Development Authority, there are currently 70 permitted car washes in Lafayette Parish.
![Former Saints RB Reggie Bush Gets 2005 Heisman Trophy Back](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2018/01/reggie-bush.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Former Saints RB Reggie Bush Gets 2005 Heisman Trophy Back
Reggie Bush has been reinstated as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner more than a decade after it was taken away from him.
![Louisiana City Named One of The Loneliest in The Country](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/04/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-04-24-at-6.54.01-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana City Named One of The Loneliest in The Country
In a study, it was determined which city in each state is the most lonely and there were a few factors they took into consideration when determining.
![2024 Festival International -- Things to Know Before You Go](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/04/attachment-90165393_10156589193022271_1880408618596040704_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2024 Festival International -- Things to Know Before You Go
We are on the cusp of another sure-to-be wonderful Festival International de Louisiane in downtown Lafayette. You may have questions. If so, we've got answers.
![Former LSU Star Jayden Daniels' Mom Implicated by NCAA](http://townsquare.media/site/37/files/2022/11/attachment-GettyImages-1435685825.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Former LSU Star Jayden Daniels' Mom Implicated by NCAA
The NCAA has released details of what punishments former LSU star Jayden Daniels' mom and others will receive for their part in alleged recruiting violations.
![Shocking Video on Louisiana Ring Camera Shows Robbery Going Down](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-Ring-Doorbell-WWLTV.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Shocking Video on Louisiana Ring Camera Shows Robbery Going Down
An armed robbery in Louisiana was caught on a Ring Doorbell unit.
![Louisiana Teenager Jogging on a Levee Gets Shot](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2022/10/attachment-police-lights-photo-courtesy-of-michael-fortsch-y5lav9iec_g-unsplash-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Teenager Jogging on a Levee Gets Shot
A shocking situation as a Louisiana teenager was shot while jogging.
![Louisiana Powerball Numbers – New System Claims These Are Winners](http://townsquare.media/site/37/files/2017/05/RS1681_179041088-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Powerball Numbers – New System Claims These Are Winners
Louisiana Powerball players a new online site claims to give you the luckiest numbers for any lottery drawing in the country including tonight's Powerball.
![Louisiana Town ‘Top 10′ for Best Small Town Food Scene](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/04/attachment-Street-scene-Google-Maps-Google-Streetview.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Town ‘Top 10′ for Best Small Town Food Scene
In Louisiana we love our small towns and our food but what combination offers the best small town food scene in Louisiana? We have that answer for you.
![New federal rule would bar ‘noncompete’ agreements](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-GettyImages-1540386438.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New federal rule would bar ‘noncompete’ agreements
U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule approved by a federal agency.
![O.J. Simpson White Ford Bronco Closer to Louisiana Than You Think](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-04-23T204502.514.jpg?w=980&q=75)
O.J. Simpson White Ford Bronco Closer to Louisiana Than You Think
The recent passing of O.J. Simpson has reignited conversations about one of the most notorious episodes in American pop culture, including the white Bronco.
![Historic Cicada Surge Could Lead to a 911 Overload in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-04-23T201134.070.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Historic Cicada Surge Could Lead to a 911 Overload in Louisiana
Not only do Louisianans have to prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime cicada surge, but these historic broods may lead to people calling 911 or contacting local police.
![BEWARE: Louisiana Residents Warned About E. Coli Found In Beef](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-135.jpg?w=980&q=75)
BEWARE: Louisiana Residents Warned About E. Coli Found In Beef
Louisiana needs to pay special attention to the ground beef products they have purchased in the last few months. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. Coli and should not be consumed.
![These Are the 8 Major Red Flags for Anyone Moving to Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/01/attachment-Welcome-to-Louisiana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
These Are the 8 Major Red Flags for Anyone Moving to Louisiana
We were also tempted to note that Baton Rouge is a red flag in general, but at the very least, please hold on to your wives, children, and wallets when the legislature is in session.