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HEART OF LOUISIANA: Cajun Boats

For years, the Lafourche Parish town of Lockport had been saving its historic boats and teaching the art of traditional boat building.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

HEART OF LOUISIANA: Supermoon

The last full Supermoon of the year occurred on Friday, November 15. Supermoons can be an exciting thing to see and photograph as the moon edges above the horizon.

The Difference Between Étouffée And Gumbo

Étouffée tends to highlight shellfish like shrimp in a roux-based sauce, while gumbo features a wider range of ingredients that almost always includes okra.

Louisiana election results 2024

Voters face several U.S. House ballot decisions including in Louisiana's newly drawn majority-minority 6th District

HEART OF LOUISIANA: Jim Bowie

Frontiersman Jim Bowie, who was born in Kentucky and died at the Alamo, actually became famous during the years he spent growing up, working, and fighting in Louisiana.

Arrest made following complaints of alleged contractor fraud in Louisiana

JEFFERSON PARISH, La. ( WGNO) — An investigation into alleged contractor fraud in Jefferson Parish has led to a man’s arrest. Deputies with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office announced Friday, May 3, the arrest of 50-year-old Marlon Thomas.

NC school district rejects Ten Commandments classroom display

A school district in North Carolina has voted down a proposal to put up posters that included the Ten Commandments and the United States Constitution in public schools

An Applebee’s franchisee has declared bankruptcy

City National Bank of Florida claims the operator owes about $8.3 million in debt, while the franchisor claims a franchising agreement breach

Louisiana high school student shot, killed in apparent murder-suicide

A school community in Louisiana is mourning, as a 17-year-old girl was killed in what police described as an apparent murder-suicide.

Jim Beam column:Swing states now in control

Louisiana no longer a swing state,” which was a Sunday headline in The Advocate, caught my attention. I didn’t know Louisiana had ever been a swing state, but perhaps it was when the Democratic Party was in total control of state politics.

Popeyes Wants to Make Your Thanksgiving Easier With its Cajun-Style Turkey

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if you've already started to get the (meat) sweats over cooking a turkey for your family, friends, and neighbors, then we've got a solution: Just order a Popeyes Cajun-style turkey instead.

Why The New Orleans Saints “Win Now Strategy” Has Been Derailed

While the early part of New Orleans’ recent losing streak was a product of offensive line reconstruction and team miscues, losses to the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers showed an appalling level of Saints’ defensive ineptitude.

‘DWTS’ What To Know About Brooks Nader’s 3 Sisters (VIDEO)

Brooks Nader’s time on Dancing With The Stars came to an end on Tuesday, October 15’s episode, along with her reported “showmance” with dancer Gleb Savchenko. But her last dance left many fans antsy to know more about her three sisters.

Lafayette City Council approves special tax district, incentives for Buc-ee's development

The mayor-president said the community may challenge Buc-ee's to see how creative they can get with their breakfast sandwiches. City council member Boudreaux suggested Buc-ee's boudin could become a thing.

The brightest Supermoon of 2024 will dazzle in Louisiana this week. Here's when to see it.

This year's Hunter's Moon is also a Supermoon, NASA says, and it was dazzle after sunset on October 17, 2024. Here's how it see it in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Shreveport LA.

Guest column: I'm an OB-GYN. Here's why Louisiana's abortion drug law is good for women.

In this guest column, an OB-GYN explains why the new laws governing abortion drugs are good for women in Louisiana.

NOV. 5 ELECTION: Proposed amendment would send offshore energy profits to coastal protection

Louisiana voters will soon decide on a constitutional amendment that could increase funding for coastal protection.

How to watch college football for free Tuesday night, Oct. 15

At 7:30 p.m. ET, things kickoff with South Alabama Jaguars vs. Troy Trojans. Then, at 8 p.m., it’s the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs. Kennesaw State Owls followed by New Mexico State Aggies vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at 9 p.

Louisiana AG Expects State’s ‘Ten Commandments’ Law Will Reach Supreme Court

Louisiana’s attorney general has a plan for what she’ll say about Louisiana’s religious classroom posters when she’s “standing in” the Supreme Court.

Candidates sparse on coastal details for Louisiana’s 3rd Congressional District

It’s no secret that Louisiana’s coastal region faces serious problems, a fact that almost all of the candidates for Louisiana’s 3rd Congressional District seat agree upon. But despite the district covering a Gulf Coast stretch from the Texas state line to Terrebonne Parish,

Suspects Allegedly Posed As Utility Workers Before Attack That Left 72-Year-Old Man Dead

Doorbell camera footage released by authorities in Michigan showed two men wearing fluorescent vests and displaying fake utility company credentials.

Gameday Central: Everything to know for Louisiana Tech vs New Mexico State

New Mexico State has returned home for another game day. Here's everything you need to know before the Aggies take on Louisiana Tech.

Abita Brewing Company Announces New Facility in New Orleans for 2025

Abita Brewing Company announces a new brewery set to open in New Orleans by early 2025, promising innovative beers and local charm.

Louisiana Bringing Bites From The Bayou To Denver

Live entertainment will be provided by David St. Romain, a dynamic singer-songwriter from Alexandria, Louisiana, who first captured America’s attention as a finalist on Nashville Star in 2007. Since then, he has continued to build his reputation as an entertainer known for his powerful, soul-drenched voice, and heartfelt songwriting.

What time, TV channel is New Mexico State vs Louisiana Tech football on today? Free live stream, spread

We have football very early in the week tonight where the New Mexico State Aggies face the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs on their home field to help kick off Week 8 of the 2024 college football season tonight.

The wait is over. Popeyes opens in Sturgis

STURGIS — Popeyes opened Friday at 501 S. Centreville Road after three months of construction delays. The drive-through and inside service were filled over the weekend. Residents on social media in St. Joseph County asked for months, "When is Popeyes going to open?"

Postgame brawl between Comeaux, North Vermilion results in Week 7 forfeiture

The Comeaux Spartans and North Vermilion Patriots’ will both have to forfeit their Week 7 football games because of their postgame brawl this past Friday.

Kaplan man dies after rear-ending 18-wheeler in Vermilion Parish

The man, who was not wearing his seat belt, suffered extensive injuries and died at the scene, according to LSP. The driver of the 18-wheeler was properly restrained and uninjured.

Louisiana children have second-highest rate of ADD/ADHD in country. See data over the years.

The prevalence of ADHD has been steadily increasing over the last two decades nationwide. See the Louisiana data.

Driver dies after rear-ending 18-wheeler

According to State Police, 62-year-old Mitchell Livings was traveling west on LA 14 when, for reasons unknown, Livings' vehicle rear-ended an 18-wheeler. Livings, who was not wearing his seat belt, died at the scene of the crash from fatal injuries. The crash remains under investigation.

Fact check: What Trump keeps getting wrong about ‘paper ballots’

After losing the 2020 election, former President Donald Trump has championed the baseless lie that the results were tainted by widespread fraud.

Louisiana forward Hosana Kitenge suffers season-ending injury

There is some bad news to report on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns basketball front. The Cajuns' big man, Hosana Kitenge, is out for the upcoming season

Louisiana's motion picture tax credits grew to $500M since 2018

The Motion Picture Production Program offers up to a 40% tax credit on qualified in-state expenditures, making it one of the most generous incentives for film producers in the country. Productions that engage in visual effects work in Louisiana can receive an additional 5% credit if they meet specific spending thresholds.

Festivals Acadiens et Créoles marks 50 years of culture, community in Lafayette

For 50 years, Festivals Acadiens et Créoles has been a staple in Lafayette, celebrating the heritage of Louisiana's French-speaking communities.

These scrappy, hard-working Louisiana teams are preparing for 'the Super Bowl of rowing'

"For rowers, it's like the Super Bowl of rowing," said Bill Payne, a rower and father of Padgett Payne, 14. The father/daughter duo will compete in the parent/child rowing competition in the Head of the Charles.