Fatal cyclist crashes hit a record high in 2022. See data for each Louisiana parish.

In 2022, the number of cyclist deaths nationwide reached a record high of 1,105, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Between 2019 and 2023, 170 cyclists died from fatal motor vehicle crashes in Louisiana, according to data from …

Louisiana's ethics laws for public officials are changing. See how and why it's contentious.

Gov. Jeff Landry and the Legislature have changed how the Louisiana Board of Ethics operates, adding new rules to how it investigates allegations of conflicts of interest, nepotism and other forms of corruption. Supporters say they are protecting public …

Louisiana crews assisting in Texas response to catastrophic flooding

BATON ROUGE - Search and rescue efforts continue in Kerr County, Texas, following devastating floods along the Guadalupe River. Texas has requested additional aid from surrounding states, and several organizations in Louisiana have responded to the call, …

Frogs, hot sauce, haunted graves: 7 summer roadside stops in Louisiana

Louisiana offers unique roadside attractions perfect for summer travel. Visitors can explore quirky museums, oversized statues, and unusual sites. Destinations include the Frog Capital of the World, the Tabasco factory, and the grave of Marie Laveau. …

Louisiana student praised by Gov. Landry for heroic efforts during deadly Texas floods

According to Gov. Landry, Foltz played an “instrumental role” in moving 14 campers to safety at Camp Mystic. NEW ORLEANS —  A Louisiana college student is being recognized for her bravery after helping lead 14 campers to safety during the catastrophic …

Editorial: Supreme Court's delay in districting case puts Louisiana's politics in turmoil

In the seemingly interminable turmoil over Louisiana’s congressional district shapes and boundaries, the U.S. Supreme Court left Louisiana in limbo last week. Rather than issuing a decision on the case of Louisiana v. Callais, which challenged the newly …

This Day in History: July 6, 1894 Louisiana Tech University began

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Every day leading up to the 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence, KNOE will bring you “This Day in History” as part of an overall “We the People” initiative. On July 6, 1894, State Representative George M. …

HEART OF LOUISIANA: Louisiana Watermelons

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The watermelon picking starts at sunrise. The idea is to pick the ripe melons before the day gets too hot. It’s a summer job for several young men who walk through knee-deep vines looking for ripe melons. Caleb Mathews has been …

Sen. Jenkins says 'one, big beautiful bill' could impact 1.6M in Louisiana

Coast Guard, Louisiana teams join multi-agency response to severe flooding in Texas

The U.S. Coast Guard and emergency responders rescue campers and residents from severe flooding in Texas. KERRVILLE, Texas — The U.S. Coast Guard and Louisiana emergency responders are working alongside Texas agencies to rescue residents and campers …