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As this winter storm blankets the region, folks are hunkering down. It’s a reminder of how quickly things can change in our daily routines.

If you have to deal with frozen shut car doors this weekend in Louisiana, don't yank on the handle or you could have bigger problems than an icy car door.

As temperatures drop, a weather forecaster has turned to dessert to make sense of winter’s icy offerings — and it’s catching everyone’s attention.

As colder air moves into Southwest Louisiana, local meteorologists are watching the potential for freezing rain, thunderstorms, and dangerous cold. Here’s the latest forecast and what it could mean for your area.

Louisiana may not get a lot of snow every winter, but in 1895 the record was set for the most snowfall in the "Bayou State."

Another fatal Louisiana fire is under investigation as officials warn smoke alarms save lives during deadly house fires.

Y'all all know her song Choosin' Texas. Now watch this hilarious version of Choosin' Cameron.

This is becoming a running joke across SWLA blowing up on social media prompting a new viral Facebook page about the I-10 Clearance Bar. Check it out.

A weather model shows snow and sleet impacting south Louisiana by the end of the month, and this will be something worth monitoring moving forward.

From crawfish traps to alligators as personal property, Louisiana’s quirky laws tell a fascinating story about the state's unique history.

A hunter’s quick thinking makes all the difference in a dangerous bayou rescue. Let’s find out how it all unfolded on that chilly day.

This town wasn’t always the Crawfish Capital of the World. But thanks to its deep Cajun roots and a historic festival, it’s now the heart of Louisiana’s crawfish culture.

Louisiana Rep. Julie Emerson withdrew from the U.S. Senate race Thursday, saying Trump's endorsement of Julia Letlow diminished her path to victory in the GOP primary.

On average, Louisiana only sees about 0.2 inches of snow per year. But, over the years, we've seen storms that rival some of the coldest climates in America.

The U.S. Postal Service is offering a $150,000 reward if you can help them find the person responsible for an attempted robbery of a Baton Rouge mail carrier.

Uncertainty remains, but colder air could bring icy conditions north of I-10. Local meteorologists say now is the time to prepare.

Some sad news out of South Louisiana, Mardi Gras festivities in one town has been canceled this year.

Louisiana cold snaps spark interest in a spicy NFL sock hack.

Trace Adkins is hitting the road in 2026 to celebrate the album that started it all, and Coushatta Casino Resort is one of his Louisiana stops.

Weekend plans in SWLA and Lake Charles? Here’s what’s happening, if the weather cooperates.

The Pineville Police Department used a hilarious movie clip when it came to reminding citizens on the dangers of driving across roads covered in ice.

Picture this: a stroll through Downtown Lake Charles, where history whispers from every corner. Get ready to step back in time this January.

It’s official. The Saints now know where they’ll pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Find out what it means.

A Bossier Parish Sheriff’s deputy was killed after his patrol vehicle was struck by a train while working traffic in Bossier City Wednesday morning.