Screaming hairy armadillo pups welcomed at New Orleans zoo
As the name suggests, screaming hairy armadillos have hair covering part of their bodies and they let out a “loud-pitched squeal” if they feel threatened.
As the name suggests, screaming hairy armadillos have hair covering part of their bodies and they let out a “loud-pitched squeal” if they feel threatened.
Surgical castration now possible for child sex offenders in Louisiana
Louisiana lawmakers gave final approval to a bill that would allow judges the option to order someone to undergo surgical castration when the person is convicted of a sex crime against a child younger than 13.
Louisiana lawmakers gave final approval to a bill that would allow judges the option to order someone to undergo surgical castration when the person is convicted of a sex crime against a child younger than 13.
Fisherman arrested for cheating in bass tournament with lead weights
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries reported that the angler placed 2.59 pounds of lead weights in a fish he submitted for the Big Bass Splash tournament at Toledo Bend on May 17.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries reported that the angler placed 2.59 pounds of lead weights in a fish he submitted for the Big Bass Splash tournament at Toledo Bend on May 17.
Caught on camera: Tornado takes out part of Louisiana bar moments after patrons run for cover
This is the second time Mother Nature has destroyed the man's bar.
This is the second time Mother Nature has destroyed the man's bar.
Orphaned bobcat kittens find new home at New Orleans zoo
Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found a new home at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found a new home at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Louisiana declares disaster as crawfish shortage hits hard
Amid a crawfish shortage in Louisiana, the nation’s top producer of the crustaceans that are a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils, Gov. Jeff Landry issued a disaster declaration for the impacted industry Wednesday.
Amid a crawfish shortage in Louisiana, the nation’s top producer of the crustaceans that are a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils, Gov. Jeff Landry issued a disaster declaration for the impacted industry Wednesday.
New Orleans police welcomes adorable one-eyed miniature horse as new recruit
The New Orleans Police Department has received a heartwarming addition to its team – an adorable one-eyed miniature horse named Patch.
The New Orleans Police Department has received a heartwarming addition to its team – an adorable one-eyed miniature horse named Patch.
Louisiana sporting goods store employees terminated after chasing thief who stole firearm: report
Three employees at a sporting goods store in Louisiana were terminated from their jobs after attempting to stop a shoplifter who allegedly stole a pistol.
Three employees at a sporting goods store in Louisiana were terminated from their jobs after attempting to stop a shoplifter who allegedly stole a pistol.
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels clinches Heisman Trophy in historic win
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, becoming the first player since 2016 to win college football's most prestigious player of the year award.
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, becoming the first player since 2016 to win college football's most prestigious player of the year award.
Super fog triggers deadly pileup involving 158 vehicles on I-55 near New Orleans
At least seven people were killed and more than two dozen were injured when a layer of super fog blanketed a New Orleans interstate.
At least seven people were killed and more than two dozen were injured when a layer of super fog blanketed a New Orleans interstate.
Man survives vicious dog attack with 130 bites and counting: 'I'm grateful to have my life'
Davyta Gray, who was walking in his neighborhood, was suddenly set upon by approximately 10 dogs of various breeds.
Davyta Gray, who was walking in his neighborhood, was suddenly set upon by approximately 10 dogs of various breeds.
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.
A fire has broken out at an oil refinery in south Louisiana, sending a tower of black smoke into the sky.
Arby's employee found dead in freezer had 'beat her hands bloody' trying to escape, lawsuit says
Court documents allege the franchise owner knew the Arby's freezer door was broken and did not fix it, causing the employee's death in Louisiana.
Court documents allege the franchise owner knew the Arby's freezer door was broken and did not fix it, causing the employee's death in Louisiana.
Louisiana police find woman's body in walk-in freezer at Arby's restaurant
Police said the woman was an employee.
Police said the woman was an employee.
Family paid $250,000 after cashing in bonds left tattered by Hurricane Katrina
A man kept the bonds in a bank vault that was flooded during Katrina. He put the damaged paper in his attic, where they were found by his his family after he died.
A man kept the bonds in a bank vault that was flooded during Katrina. He put the damaged paper in his attic, where they were found by his his family after he died.
New plans for abandoned hurricane-ravaged amusement park in New Orleans
More than 17 years after a Six Flags park in New Orleans was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina, developers believe they can revive the abandoned site with a new project.
More than 17 years after a Six Flags park in New Orleans was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina, developers believe they can revive the abandoned site with a new project.
Meth and puppies found inside ice cream truck in Louisiana, police say
The owner of “Tami’s Ice Cream & Sweet Treats” was arrested after police searched the blue truck and found melted ice cream, meth, and other drug paraphernalia.
The owner of “Tami’s Ice Cream & Sweet Treats” was arrested after police searched the blue truck and found melted ice cream, meth, and other drug paraphernalia.
Watch: Fishermen spot sharks in huge feeding frenzy off Louisiana coast
The video captures sharks surrounding a boat as they feast on fish with their fins flailing as the fishermen get doused with water.
The video captures sharks surrounding a boat as they feast on fish with their fins flailing as the fishermen get doused with water.
Mardi Gras parade shooting in New Orleans leaves 1 dead, 4 hurt
One of the victims injured in the shooting was a child, police said, adding that a suspect was taken into custody at the scene.
One of the victims injured in the shooting was a child, police said, adding that a suspect was taken into custody at the scene.
Wild video shows squirrel fly into home as door opens for pizza delivery
A doorbell camera captured the chaos that ensued.
A doorbell camera captured the chaos that ensued.