Next Time You’re In Louisiana, You Won’t Regret Trying This Fried Chicken
The South is known for fried chicken, but some of Louisiana's best comes from an unlikely source. If you find yourself in the Big Easy, don't miss this bird!
Louisiana could make it harder for wrongfully convicted people to get compensation
Louisiana lawmakers are debating whether to amend or do away with a law that allows people who were wrongfully convicted to seek compensation from the state. A state law passed in 2005 gives people whose sentences were vacated or reversed the chance to prove their innocence before a judge and earn compensation, which...
Powerball Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms $167 Million Prize
(Baton Rouge, LA) The Louisiana Lottery and the Powerball game have confirmed that a single ticket was a jackpot winner on Saturday night. The top prize was a jackpot estimated to be $167.3 million for the annuity payout. Or, should the holder of the lucky ticket prefer, they might opt for the one-time lump sum...
9 Underrated State Parks That Are Totally Worth The Drive From Anywhere In Louisiana
Looking for amazing state parks in Louisiana that deserve way more attention?. These 9 natural wonders offer breathtaking scenery and outdoor adventures worth every mile of your journey!. 1. Jimmie Davis State Park (Chatham) Have you ever seen a sunset that made you forget to blink?. At Jimmie Davis State...
Saturday at Jazz Fest: ‘Living the Tradition’ at the Fair Grounds
Trumpeter and bandleader Mark Braud was having fun with the audience in the Economy Hall Tent when he played a song off of his 2018 album, "Living the Tradition." "That album just went copper," he said. He led his band on "Palm Sunday," a salute to Danny Barker and the...
One arrested in Bywater shooting that left 70-year-old man dead, New Orleans police say
A man was arrested Saturday morning in connection with a Bywater shooting that left a 70-year-old-man dead the night before, according to the New Orleans Police Department. Tremaine Sturgis, 46, is accused of shooting a man in the 4300 block of St. Claude Avenue on Friday night after an argument, police said.
Bonnet Carre Spillway saves New Orleans, punishes everyone and everything else
Despite all the good it has done, many in South Mississippi have no love for the structure.
Family of 2-year-old killed in Northshore crash calls state police report inaccurate
NEW ORLEANS — The family of a 2-year-old who went viral on TikTok and was killed in a Northshore crash Thursday said they're devastated and distressed, claiming Louisiana State Police gave an inaccurate account of what happened, according to NOLA.com. State Police said in a press release that Preston...
Best Jazz Fest Meals Under $20: Shareable and Satisfying
NEW ORLEANS — If you're looking to savor great food at Jazz Fest without breaking the bank, several vendors offer delicious and filling meals under $20 — perfect for sharing with a friend. NOLA.com's Chelsea Shannon shares some of the top affordable dishes that promise both big portions...
Lil Wayne and the Roots played to a huge crowd Saturday at the 2025...
Lil Wayne underestimated his own popularity. He didn’t realize just how vast his crowd was Saturday at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival's main Festival Stage. “I thought that was the glare,” he said as he gazed out from behind a pair of sunglasses that were more like an aviator’s facemask. “Make some noise...
