Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Louisiana governor requests federal help as Mississippi River saltwater intrusion threatens drinking water
Without enough freshwater flow, seawater is making its way up the Mississippi River and is expected to reach New Orleans by mid-October.
Armed taxi driver turns the tables on attempted robber accused of targeting cabbies: cops
The suspect allegedly targeted cabbies from the same company days before his death.
Louisiana oil refinery fire sends tower of black smoke into air, no injuries reported
A fire has broken out at an oil refinery in south Louisiana, sending a tower of black smoke into the sky.
Louisiana officials ask people to stop battling massive wildfire with personal hoses
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
Louisiana man charged with murder after driving with deceased woman's body for a month
The shocking case has left local authorities stunned, as the suspect allegedly drove with the body in the vehicle for 30 days before being apprehended. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death.
Dramatic video shows car crash into business in Kenner, Louisiana
Video in Kenner, Louisiana, shows a car crash into an optical business and then drive away from the wreckage.
‘We are proud of you’: 8-year-old saves great-grandfather’s life after ATV accident
According to the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Office, the two were out riding when the ATV crashed into a small canal.
McDonald’s franchise had minors working deep fryers, Labor Department finds
A McDonald’s franchise that controls 12 restaurants in metro New Orleans violated child labor laws and has hired more than 80 minors in two states, the U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday.
Rare pink dolphin spotted in Gulf of Mexico could be famous 'Pinky': 'I have never seen anything like it'
A man spotted two pink dolphins while fishing in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
Wildlife officials use rafts made of life jackets to rescue stranded boaters
The incident occurred when a couple was fishing in a boat that got stuck in the mud on July 3.
Dolphin and her baby rescued after being trapped in pond for 2 years
Video shows a group of rescuers gently capture the dolphins and bring them safely back to the open waters where they belong.
Parents of Louisiana woman found 'melted' into couch re-indicted on second-degree murder charges
Louisiana couple Sheila and Clay Fletcher have been re-indicted on second-degree murder charges for the death of their 36-year-old daughter who was found "melted" into a feces-covered couch and weighing less than 100 pounds, records show.
The Up Stairs Lounge fire: How a deadly attack on the gay community fueled lasting change
The Up Stairs Lounge arson killed 32 people in New Orleans - and fueled a movement that continues half a century later.
Woman, 28, arrested for posing as 17-year-old high school student
The woman told investigators she enrolled at the Louisiana high school to learn English.
Army renames Louisiana base to honor Black WWI hero who received Medal of Honor
The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.
Meet Zoey: Louisiana dog claims record for world's longest tongue
At 5 inches long, Zoey's tongue is longer than a soda can, according to Guinness World Records.
6-year-old girl goes viral for showing poise in school photo
The trending photo inspired some people online to create illustrations and videos of the young girl.
Cameron Robbins' family seen saying final goodbyes after teen lost at sea
Cameron Robbins was a recent high school graduate and baseball standout. Photos showed the loved ones of Robbins gathering for his memorial service on Sunday.
Teens tried to stop Cameron Robbins before he jumped off Bahamas cruise, passenger's parent says
Several students tried to stop Cameron Robbins before the recent Louisiana high school graduate jumped off a Bahamas cruise last week.