Louisiana State Police Investigate Heartbreaking Fatal Crash

Officials with the Louisiana State Police say a two-vehicle crash ended with the death of a 65-year-old woman whose vehicle crossed the centerline of the roadway. Louisiana State Police Trooper Marc Gremillion with the Public Affairs Section of State …

Louisiana pays more for electricity from one of the least reliable grids, audit finds

Louisiana residents pay much higher electricity bills than the national average and live with one of the least reliable electric grids in the country, according to a new report from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office.  The report, titled “Louisiana …

Louisiana Wildlife Federation receives largest bequest in its 85 year history

24 Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) has been bequeathed $5 million that will enhance its mission of wildlife conservation and being the voice of Louisiana’s wildlife and natural resources. The gift from the estate of Marian Plant Petry was finalized in …

'They don't have a place': Appeals court scrutinizes Louisiana’s Ten Commandments law

NEW ORLEANS – Three judges on the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals considered arguments Thursday over a state law that requires displays of the Ten Commandments in every Louisiana public school classroom. A group of nine parents, each on behalf of their …

Is Louisiana Ready for Winter Weather?

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) -- Winter weather may be a rarity in Louisiana, but when it does hit, the impacts can be significant. With the recent blizzard sweeping across much of the U.S., it’s a stark reminder that preparedness is key—even in states more …

Will the snow impact crawfish season in Louisiana?

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As the month of January prepares to come to a close, crawfish season in Louisiana is drawing nearer. Before firing up the boil, will the cold temperatures of the last few weeks and snow affect the beginning of the season? The …

Creative Louisiana woman makes king cake out of snow

by: Kenny Lopez Posted: Jan 24, 2025 / 09:27 AM CST Updated: Jan 24, 2025 / 09:27 AM CST NEW ORLEANS (WGNO)— An Arabi woman decided to get very creative during this week’s snowstorm. She created a king cake made out of snow! Jamie Terrio and her …

6 Louisiana Chefs Nominated for James Beard Awards 2025

SHREVEPORT, LA – Foodies know Louisiana is one of the best places to visit to find great food and now the spotlight is shining on some of the best chefs in the Bayou State. James Beard Award (©Eliesa Johnson, Courtesy of James Beard Foundation) James Beard …

Louisiana plant agrees to $46,000 fine after workers sprayed with corrosive chemical

A St. James Parish refinery with a recent track record of worker injuries has agreed to a $46,000 fine to settle EPA allegations that safety breakdowns led to four maintenance workers being sprayed with a corrosive chemical and receiving severe burns a …

Arkansas State women's basketball beats Louisiana, wins 7th straight game