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The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.

In the words of some of the mothers, it’s a club you never want to become a member of.

Working furiously to take control of a House in disarray, allies of Speaker Kevin McCarthy implored their Republican colleagues Saturday to drop their hardline tactics and work together to approve a conservative spending plan to prevent a federal shutdown.

A look at what’s ahead if the government shuts down on Oct. 1.

Officials are reminding members of the public that Saturday, September 23, is the deadline to register to vote online through GeauxVote.com.

An accident occurred on the U.S. Hwy 11 bridge in St. Tammany Parish, resulting in the death of a New Orleans man early Saturday morning, according to police.

Ochsner Health is hosting several flu shot events throughout the Baton Rouge area on Saturday, September 23.

The La. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day by hosting a family-friendly event on Saturday, Sept. 23.

Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit dedicated only to pregnant and postpartum women is set to open at Woman’s Hospital.

As two separate investigations into the Brave Cave unfold, both administrative and criminal, and the FBI has officially opened a federal investigation to sort out what happened inside the walls of the facility, Mayor Sharon Weston Broome has another big item on her plate - hiring a new police chief.

Troy Lawrence, Jr., the former Baton Rouge Police officer who resigned amid a flood of allegations of misconduct was arrested Wednesday, September 20, 2023 and charged with simple battery.

Pointe Coupee Parish is seeing an uptick in fentanyl related deaths and overdoses.

Drought-induced low water levels in the Mississippi River are leading to saltwater intrusion, jeopardizing the drinking water for Louisiana residents.

Thousands of people are expected to make their way to Tiger Stadium for the LSU football game Saturday night, but is construction on Nicholson Drive going to be a roadblock?

Entergy Louisiana is no longer accepting applications from customers for the $200 bill credit.

Gray TV will host its gubernatorial debate on Tues., Sep. 26 at the University of New Orleans.

Police confirmed the load was too tall and the helicopter engine hit the overpass.

Longtime Sports Director Steve Schneider has announced he will retire from WAFB next month after spending more than 40 years at the station.

Pablo, a 7-year-old German Shepherd who joined the SFM in 2017, officially retires from service on Friday, Sept. 22.

The Louisiana Forestry Association (LFA) is offering a cash reward of up to $15,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for starting any of these fires

A Seattle area hospital has taken the concept to the next level by introducing community and wellness to its patients who have chronic conditions.

The security flaws “may have been actively exploited."

Buying a new car is EXPENSIVE, with the average price of a new car being over $ 48,000 dollars!

There will be a DJ, face painting, a petting zoo, and inflatable obstacle courses for kids to enjoy.

Get ready to dance, drink, eat, and shop during this free community event. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Louisiana voters are being reminded about upcoming voter registration deadlines.

The event will be held at the church’s community garden located at 3601 Thomas Rd., in Baton Rouge.

The victim from this month’s deadly shooting at a Port Allen High School football game weighed in on the district’s new security measures.

A judge revoked the bond for a teenager who investigators believe could be connected to the murder of 3-year-old Devin Page.

An Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office sergeant received an award of excellence during the annual Crime Stoppers Banquet on Thursday, September 21.