![Vanishing Self-Checkout: Louisiana, Texas May Be Losing Kiosks](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2022/10/attachment-thumbnail_IMG_5808.jpg?w=980&q=75)
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![Louisiana Mother Pleading for Information about Missing Son](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-pic-7.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Mother Pleading for Information about Missing Son
An Estherwood, Louisiana, mother is pleading for help to find her son who has been missing since Wednesday.
![Louisiana Sheriff Issues Warning to Gun Buyers and Sellers](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-pic-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Sheriff Issues Warning to Gun Buyers and Sellers
A Louisiana sheriff has issued a warning to gun sellers and buyers that they could face felony charges if an application to purchase is denied.
![Louisiana Needs to Fight a Different Kind of Bite](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-New-Information.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Needs to Fight a Different Kind of Bite
Louisiana residents need to obey leash laws to help certain postal workers avoid dog bites that happen far too frequently.
![Lafayette Group Asks for Diaper Donations](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2022/09/attachment-GettyImages-13593988851.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Group Asks for Diaper Donations
A Lafayette non-profit is stepping up to request your help in providing diapers to parents who may need a little help.
![Emeril Kicks It Up a Notch on New Iberia Veterinarian's Ranch](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/06/attachment-pic-3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Emeril Kicks It Up a Notch on New Iberia Veterinarian's Ranch
Emeril "Kick It Up a Notch" Lagasse spotlights a New Iberia veterinarian to tell the story of the family's ranch legacy and beef's flavor profile.
![Pay It Forward: $40-Thousand Awarded to 4 Louisiana Seniors](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2023/06/attachment-Glenn-Armentour-Pay-It-Forward-Scholarship-2023.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Pay It Forward: $40-Thousand Awarded to 4 Louisiana Seniors
Four high school seniors from across south Louisiana were awarded $40,000 worth of scholarships by a local attorney.
![Louisiana River Paradise Treehouse Checks All the Boxes](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Marcus-Chenier-3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana River Paradise Treehouse Checks All the Boxes
The stunning River Paradise resembles a treehouse, but there's nothing primitive about it. The AirBnb would make a great escape not far from Lafayette, Louisiana.
![Scary Land-Walking Louisiana Fish Getting a New Name](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Screenshot-2024-05-02-141353.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Scary Land-Walking Louisiana Fish Getting a New Name
A northeastern state wants to give an air-breathing fish found in Louisiana a new name in an effort to control or destroy its predatory population.
![Veteran Louisiana Educator Appointed to Superintendent Post](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-download.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Veteran Louisiana Educator Appointed to Superintendent Post
The Acadia Parish School Board appointed a familiar face and veteran educator to lead the south Louisiana system as superintendent.
![When Will Lafayette Storm Debris Be Collected?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/09/attachment-Courtney-Creason.jpg?w=980&q=75)
When Will Lafayette Storm Debris Be Collected?
Lafayette residents have set debris from recent storms at the curb for pickup. Many are still waiting for it to be collected. When will that happen?
![Louisiana Lawmakers Push DOTD to Move on I-49 Lafayette Connector](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic-21.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Lawmakers Push DOTD to Move on I-49 Lafayette Connector
After nearly 25 years of planning and preparation, Louisiana lawmakers are pushing DOTD to move the I-49 Lafayette Connector project forward.
![New Law Changes Grades for Louisiana Students](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New Law Changes Grades for Louisiana Students
The new law changes the grading scale in public schools and puts Louisiana students on more equal footing with those in neighboring states.
![Alligator Killed While Chewing on Body of a Texas Woman](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2019/04/GettyImages-1145116193.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Alligator Killed While Chewing on Body of a Texas Woman
Law enforcement officials found an alligator chewing on the body of a Texas woman. Police were forced to kill the alligator to prevent further harm to the body.
![Ugandan Queen Visits Louisiana, Addresses Legislature](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-45721854_10156979260999078_8081456712361443328_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Ugandan Queen Visits Louisiana, Addresses Legislature
The Queen, from Uganda's central region, is making an historic visit to promote global entrepreneurship and will address the Louisiana Legislature.
![Lafayette Mayor-President Addressing Predecessor's Issues](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Mayor-President Addressing Predecessor's Issues
The Lafayette Mayor-President has been addressing issues from her predecessor's administration, and the latest audit report confirms the need for adjustments.
![Strangest Items Listed on Lafayette Sheriff's Booking Reports](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-featured-image-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Strangest Items Listed on Lafayette Sheriff's Booking Reports
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Booking report includes normal suspect info, but also lists the personal items, some strange, confiscated when they're booked.
![Texas Powerball Winner Confirmed in Saturday's Texas Lottery Draw](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2017/10/Lottery-ticket.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Powerball Winner Confirmed in Saturday's Texas Lottery Draw
The Texas Lottery has confirmed another new Texas millionaire thanks to Saturday's Powerball Lottery drawing. Plus four other tickets win big too.
![SNAP Benefit Restrictions Clear Hurdle in Louisiana Legislature](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-10.jpg?w=980&q=75)
SNAP Benefit Restrictions Clear Hurdle in Louisiana Legislature
Louisiana lawmakers are requesting that Congress allow them to remove certain items from the list of foods purchased with SNAP benefits.
![Lafayette's Historic Gator Cove Hits the Market Again](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-CAM01614G0-PR0202-STILL022.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette's Historic Gator Cove Hits the Market Again
Lafayette's historic Gator Cove Restaurant and venue has hit the real estate market again. It was sold to Wildcat Brewing in 2020.
![Louisiana Cold Case Murder Solved 20 Years after Victim Dies](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/05/attachment-pic-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Cold Case Murder Solved 20 Years after Victim Dies
The Acadia Parish Sheriff announced an arrest 20 years after the murder of a woman whose body was found in a bayou north of I-10 in Crowley, Louisiana.