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Walmart's $330M Opelousas Investment Doubles Capacity
Walmart's 25-year-old Opelousas distribution center will receive a $330 million technology upgrade, transitioning workers to higher-skilled positions.
Louisiana Schools Implicated in FBI Basketball Corruption
Federal prosecutors reveal multi-year basketball point-shaving conspiracy. Five Louisiana schools implicated, former LSU player charged elsewhere. 29+ games fixed.
LSU Signs 5-Star QB Husan Longstreet From USC Transfer Portal
Former USC quarterback Husan Longstreet transfers to LSU with four years eligibility. Third QB signed by Lane Kiffin in four days for 2026 season.
Lafayette Native Walker Howard Rejoins Ole Miss After UL Stint
Lafayette QB Walker Howard back at Ole Miss after going 18-41, 0 TDs at Louisiana. Former Rebel rejoins program under Pete Golding with 1 year left.
The Amazing, Inexpensive Hotel in New Orleans No One Knows About
Despite being located in a hospital, it is actually open to the general public, too. Which makes it a little-known but perfect getaway for folks traveling to New Orleans.
St. Landry School Board Seeks Tax to Fund Improvements, Salaries
Louisiana's 60th lowest-funded school district asks voters to approve property tax increase. St. Landry Parish election May 16 targets teacher pay, school safety.
Heard 'Code Brown' While Shopping? Here’s What It Means
Heard Code Brown while shopping? Learn how Louisiana retailers use emergency color codes to signal fires, threats, or weather.
Sam Leavitt to LSU: Top Portal QB Chooses Lane Kiffin
Former Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt picks LSU over Miami and Tennessee. The redshirt sophomore has 4,513 passing yards and two years of eligibility.
New Music Museum to Transform Downtown Lafayette Hardware Store
Former hardware store becomes Louisiana Music Museum in Lafayette. Construction begins spring 2026 with galleries, performance venue, and education spaces.
Six Parishes Added to Louisiana CWD Control Zone
Emergency declaration expands Louisiana CWD Control Area to six parishes with baiting ban starting Feb. 1. Hunters must follow new deer transport rules.
LSU Football Adds Second Transfer Offensive Lineman This Week
The Tigers' offensive line gets deeper as Lane Kiffin secures commitment from Louisiana junior college standout JaKolby Jones. LSU is actively rebuilding after losing players to NFL and transfer portal.
LPSS Board Votes Major Raise for School Superintendent
Lafayette Parish superintendent gets $65K raise, performance bonuses. Board also picks new officers, hires different auditor after dispute.
St. Martin Registrar Resigns: Applications Open Jan. 27
St. Martin Parish Registrar Patricia Guidry resigns Jan. 31. Applications accepted until Jan. 27 for position overseeing voter registration and elections.
Louisiana King Cake Styles: From Traditional to Boudin
South Louisiana's Mardi Gras king cakes range from Keller's 120-year-old recipe to innovative boudin versions. Complete guide to finding each style in Acadiana.
Louisiana Ethics Board Fines Former Youngsville Chief
Louisiana ethics board fined ex-Police Chief $200 for preventing field sobriety test on council member and delivering gift cards to officers.
CWD Found in Concordia Parish Deer: What Hunters Should Know
Fatal deer disease found at Richard K. Yancey WMA in Concordia Parish. LDWF urges hunters to test harvested deer. Louisiana total now 49 cases.
Lane Kiffin's LSU Secures 4 Portal Additions, Hosts Top QB
Lane Kiffin lands 4 transfer portal players for LSU including 2 explosive WRs. Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt visiting Baton Rouge for Tigers.