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Louisiana traffic lights may eventually add a “white” signal designed for a future with self-driving cars.

Louisiana is rich with tradition, and there's no exception when it comes to the holidays in South Louisiana. Have you ever heard of "The Christmas Pickle"?

With phones tucked away, teachers report students are more engaged and focused. It’s a game-changer for the classroom dynamics in Louisiana.

Louisiana law limits Christmas gifts for teachers to $25 per item, $75 yearly. Learn what parents can legally give educators this holiday season.

Obviously, Louisiana is known world-wide for our incredible Cajun and Creole cuisine, but you can find some hauntingly delicious BBQ across The Pelican State.

Motocross fans take note: The Arenacross stop in Lake Charles is no longer happening.

The 2026 LSU football schedule is loaded with major matchups, including an in-state showdown with the McNeese Cowboys.

Discover hidden Louisiana-set Christmas movies filled with Cajun charm, small-town magic, and holiday stories you didn’t know existed.

As the holiday season approaches, the conversation around gifting pets sparks important thoughts about responsibility and readiness for new furry family members.

Deadly fire sparks renewed calls for smoke alarm use.

Truancy is more than just a number; it's a community concern that's affecting our kids and schools. Let's unpack what's happening in our region.

Amazon and the Consumer Product Safety Commission are warning parents and grandparents that some items, perhaps purchased as gifts for kids, have been recalled for safety reasons.

The National Weather Service has taken the current cold snap into consideration and is rethinking the snow potential for Louisiana this winter.

A brand-new boat ramp is about to open up some fresh adventures for folks looking to enjoy the waters of Northwest Louisiana—get ready for a splash!

Someone is selling a crypt that they will no longer need in the future, and the space is right here in an Acadiana cemetery.

Holiday festivities are in full swing, but so are the risks on our roads — let's talk about keeping our celebrations safe this season.

Louisiana is the only U.S. state with high flu activity. Doctors report a surge in cases over two weeks, and peak season is still weeks away.

A law on the books in Louisiana can land someone in trouble with the law if they are caught smoking in a vehicle, regardless if the windows are up or down.

Since 1896, Lodge Cast Iron has been making heirloom-quality cast iron cookware, and they've now opened their very first Louisiana location.

Louisiana ranks third in U.S. physical inactivity, with high obesity and low activity levels, according to a new NiceRx health report.

Several places are holding New Year's Eve parties in the area, and we have made you a list of parties and concerts going on in the SWLA area.

Check out Horace's great new song here.

More than one million drivers will see lower auto premiums, while over 300,000 homeowners face nearly a 10% increase.

Remember when every home had a landline? Fast forward to today, and it seems those days are just a memory for most.