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Just when you thought spring was here to stay, another chilly front is on the way, bringing gumbo weather back to Lafayette.

Winnsboro Mayor Alice Wallace faces 6 counts of fraud after LBI says she kept Medicaid benefits while earning a taxpayer-funded salary.

The Bulls, Bands & Barrels Tour has just announced a handful of new tour dates and Louisiana is on the list featuring Hudson Westbrook.

In a touching tribute post, Donny described his late brother Alan as "our leader in every sense of the word."

Half the 'American Idol' couples listed here are still together. In fact, three are married!

A letter from Judge Valerie Gotch-Garrett's office arrived Friday morning. By evening, LPSS had canceled the public hearing it had just scheduled.

A late-night break-in has rattled a Lafayette neighborhood, and the police need your help to catch the suspect caught on camera.

Lafayette now has six 24/7 pet microchip scanning stations to help reunite lost animals with their families.

Riley Green's character Garrett is currently booked for a four-episode arc on 'Marshals' — but will there be more?

What if we could sit down with the folks at Blue Bell and create some very uniquely Acadiana new ice cream flavors?

They're not the first couple in the history of the show.

A man admits to impregnating a 12-year-old child left in his care in Louisiana.

Where is the best shrimp and grits in Acadiana? We asked our audience and the results are in — spanning restaurants from Abbeville to Lafayette and beyond.

As the crowds gather for food, music, and good times, it’s easy to forget about staying hydrated and knowing where to find help if needed.

Louisiana considers a domestic violence offender registry targeting repeat abusers, raising debate over safety, privacy, and cost.

From classic shops to must-try sandwiches, Lafayette delivers on poboys.

We're just weeks away from learning who the next American Idol is.

Aaron Watson brings a dose of humor to the conversation, questioning the geography of a popular song while trying to impress his daughter. Stick around for the details!

The recent downpour has certainly greened up Acadiana, but watch your step! Ant mounds are popping up everywhere.

Port Barre man Alan Guidroz, 61, was arrested on three terrorizing counts after broadcasting death threats over a CB radio to neighbors on April 18 and 19, 2026.

With a new stadium on the way, Nashville is being discussed as a potential Super Bowl host — but nothing is official yet.

Imagine the anticipation on a cruise ship when a rescue mission takes priority over paradise. That's exactly what happened recently aboard the Carnival Legend.

Pat McAfee’s WrestleMania moment with Jelly Roll led to a surprising response from his wife — and a major announcement about his future.

A beloved pet toy is raising some serious safety concerns for families here in Louisiana. The details might surprise you.