![Trump Appears with Bandaged Ear, Days After Assassination Attempt](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-15T212135.596.jpg?w=980&q=75)
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![Texas Powerball Winner - Texas Lottery Confirms Saturday's Win](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2021/08/attachment-RS34331_GettyImages-916223242-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas Powerball Winner - Texas Lottery Confirms Saturday's Win
Lone Star luck was alive and well Saturday night when the Texas Lottery revealed a big Texas-sized win in the multi-state Powerball lottery game.
![Hit-and-Run Accident Results in Fatality in Acadia Parish](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2022/02/attachment-Police-Lights-Photo-courtesy-of-Crime-Stoppers-of-Vermilion1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hit-and-Run Accident Results in Fatality in Acadia Parish
A fatal hit-and-run accident on Louisiana Highway 90 near Ebenezer Road claimed the life of a 41-year-old Rayne resident.
![Fatal Accident Claims Life of Elderly Pedestrian in Iberia Parish](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2022/06/attachment-GettyImages-103348532.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fatal Accident Claims Life of Elderly Pedestrian in Iberia Parish
A tragic accident on Louisiana Highway 83 south of Louisiana Highway 14 resulted in the death of a 75-year-old New Iberia resident.
![What We Know About the Gunman Who Tried to Assassinate Trump](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-GettyImages-2161922154.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What We Know About the Gunman Who Tried to Assassinate Trump
Here's everything we know about Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man who tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump.
![Local Officer Encountered Gunman Just Before He Shot Toward Trump](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-GettyImages-2161922387.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Local Officer Encountered Gunman Just Before He Shot Toward Trump
According to an AP source, a local police officer climbed to the roof and encountered the gunman, who pointed his rifle at the officer.
![Man Killed at Trump Rally Identified by Pennsylvania Governor](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-07-14T144115.615.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Man Killed at Trump Rally Identified by Pennsylvania Governor
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Sunday identified the rallygoer who was killed as a former fire chief from the area who “died a hero.”
![LISTEN LIVE: Lafayette Reacts to Trump Assassination Attempt](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Trump-Assassination-Attempt.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LISTEN LIVE: Lafayette Reacts to Trump Assassination Attempt
We're going live to give you up-to-date coverage and get your reaction here in Lafayette.
![Louisiana Man Captures 'Ghost Children' Playing on School Bus](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-Ghosts-On-A-School-Bus.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Man Captures 'Ghost Children' Playing on School Bus
An Opelousas man pumping gas noticed several children playing on a parked St. Landry Parish school bus. The only problem is, there were no kids on the bus.
![What Is The Age That A Texas Child Can Sit In The Front Seat Of A Car?](http://townsquare.media/site/514/files/2024/07/attachment-Kids-In-Front-Seat-In-Texas-FI.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Is The Age That A Texas Child Can Sit In The Front Seat Of A Car?
Every child in the state of Texas dreams of that moment when they can sit in the the front seat of a car. But when can they?
![UPDATE: Trump Safe, Shooter Dead After Shots Fired at Rally](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2024/07/attachment-Shooting-Trump-Rally-Pennsylvania.jpg?w=980&q=75)
UPDATE: Trump Safe, Shooter Dead After Shots Fired at Rally
Shots were fired at former president Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
![Richard Simmons Dead at 76](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2016/06/GettyImages-169820424.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Richard Simmons Dead at 76
Some sad news out of the entertainment world, TMZ is reporting that Richard Simmons has died.
![Louisiana Waffle House Locations Make Major Change](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/06/attachment-Screen-Shot-2021-06-28-at-7.10.10-PM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Waffle House Locations Make Major Change
There is a sign from a local Waffle House that has been making its way around social media today and it's left many fans of the 24-hour restaurant scratching their heads.
![Texas State Inspection for Your Car is OVER as of 2025](http://townsquare.media/site/156/files/2024/07/attachment-inspection.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Texas State Inspection for Your Car is OVER as of 2025
Proponents of the bill say this will save Texans time, but others are concerned this sets us down a potentially dangerous path.
![Louisiana Alert: Funnel Clouds Sighted, More Possible](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2024/06/attachment-funnel-cloud-WDSU-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Alert: Funnel Clouds Sighted, More Possible
The National Weather Service says in addition to thunder and lightning South Louisiana could see a few funnel clouds on Saturday afternoon.
![Animals That Don't Exist Anywhere Else, But Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2024/07/attachment-Pearl-Map-Turtle-Youtube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Animals That Don't Exist Anywhere Else, But Louisiana
Louisiana is home to some pretty rare critters, some even going extinct. However, these animals are among the rarest of them all.
![Is Louisiana Really One of the Worst States for Sleep?](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2024/07/attachment-SLEEPING-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is Louisiana Really One of the Worst States for Sleep?
Expert Tips for Overcoming Sleep Challenges in Louisiana
![6 Reasons The Tiny Home Movement Is Growing In Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/160/files/2021/01/GettyImages-1041953278.jpg?w=980&q=75)
6 Reasons The Tiny Home Movement Is Growing In Louisiana
Tiny home enthusiasts say Louisiana is ideal! Here's 6 reasons why...
![Left Lane Open, but Miles of Congestion on I-10 in Crowley After Tractor-Trailer Overturns](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2023/01/attachment-DOTD-Accident-crash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Left Lane Open, but Miles of Congestion on I-10 in Crowley After Tractor-Trailer Overturns
I-10 Westbound is closed in Crowley due to an overturned tractor-trailer.
![What to Do to In Louisiana to Improve Your Air Conditioning System](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2024/05/attachment-Screen-Shot-2024-05-28-at-10.05.26-AM.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What to Do to In Louisiana to Improve Your Air Conditioning System
The temperatures in the Deep South are climbing and we will soon be pushing our air conditioning units to the limit.
![Cooling Louisiana – Your Ceiling Fan Blades Need to Spin This Way](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2023/06/attachment-kalyanaraman-s-Ww9nZ1MGQLY-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cooling Louisiana – Your Ceiling Fan Blades Need to Spin This Way
It's going to be hot again in Louisiana and your ceiling fan can help keep you cool if you have it spinning the proper direction. Which way is yours spinning?