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Enjoy music, food, and contests at the Holly Beach Crab Festival this weekend in Southwest Louisiana with a full lineup of entertainment.

A reckless driving arrest in Louisiana turned wild after the suspect ran into a swamp and suffered injuries from an alligator attack.

A rare rattlesnake discovery in Livingston Parish has sparked debate over how the snake ended up in Louisiana.

Ready for an unforgettable night? Enter now for your chance to win tickets to see Zach Top live in concert and ride to the show with us on our tour bus.

If you're surprised that Keith Urban is releasing a yacht rock cover album, you're not alone: He was surprised too.

ACTS Theatre in Lake Charles is bringing the hit comedy The Shark Is Broken to Southwest Louisiana this weekend. Here's why locals are excited.

Grab your lawn chair and get ready for a Louisiana music experience. Here's what you need to know before you go.

Newly released bodycam footage shows the moment a Louisiana man fleeing a DWI investigation was attacked by an alligator in a swamp.

Gas prices in Louisiana are down slightly, with AAA reporting an average of $3.73. See the cheapest stations in Southwest Louisiana.

Major road closures are coming to Westlake and Lake Charles as crews continue work on the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge project.

A longtime destination for Cajun food and Southern hospitality has officially closed its doors.

When Riley Green goes back to his hometown, he trades the spotlight for a normal rural life where the biggest thrill is shelling peas with Grandma.

Music, bingo, food, drinks, games, and live entertainment, all while helping the fight against cancer. Moo-sical Bingo is coming June 27.

SWLA hurricane season begins with safety reminders. Learn how to properly use generators during storms and power outages.

Free Blue Bell ice cream is rolling through Southeast Texas with multiple tour stops just a short drive from Southwest Louisiana.

A new era is on the horizon for vehicle owners in Louisiana. The familiar inspection sticker is leaving, but a handy QR code is set to take its place.

Imagine getting the inside scoop on your kid’s wild graduation trip via a Facetime call. Jelly Roll’s got a story that’s as funny as it gets.

Nothing says Fourth of July like fireworks over the lake. Find out what to expect at Lake Charles' 2026 Red, White, Blue & You Celebration.