SWLA News

Louisiana ranks second most dangerous in America, trailing only Mississippi, according to new research on crime, safety, and disaster preparedness.

We are sad to report that a Lake Charles staple has announced that the are officially closed for good. Here's what they said.

Louisiana's fall allergies pack a double punch with ragweed pollen and mold spores combining to make breathing harder for thousands of residents.

The Cajun Weekend Weather Report finally has some hoodie weather. Southwest Louisiana could drop into the mid-60s this weekend with sunshine and almost no rain.

SpaceX representatives answered Vermilion Parish residents' questions about rocket vibrations, roads and environmental concerns.

A new ranking shows where our area stands compared to other Louisiana cities, and the results spark real questions.

Louisiana's got serious talent on the singing competition circuit, from American Idol winners to Voice runners-up who nearly took it all.

The Cajun Weekend Weather Report has bad news for fall lovers. Southwest Louisiana is heading back into the 90s, but there's one big upside for weekend plans.

Northwest Louisiana's deer season stretches all the way to January. That's months of hunting ahead, so start prepping your equipment today.

Sam Leavitt's sudden injury designation has thrown LSU's quarterback situation into chaos right before facing Ole Miss and former coach Lane Kiffin.

Louisiana teal season starts September 19. Here’s what duck hunters need to know before heading back to the marsh.

From historic parishes to Cajun country, Louisiana’s tiniest dots on the map hold big history. Explore the 30 smallest towns where tight-knit tradition and rural peace come first.