3 children killed in fire after father threatened to burn down home, police say
The children’s mother contacted police to tell them what their father was threatening to do prior to the incident.
The children’s mother contacted police to tell them what their father was threatening to do prior to the incident.
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.
Couple welcomes rare 'spontaneous triplets,' a one-in-a-million blessing
The triplets were born prematurely and had been in the NICU, but they are now on the way home as they've met specific health criteria.
The triplets were born prematurely and had been in the NICU, but they are now on the way home as they've met specific health criteria.
Former Louisiana teacher who allegedly gave birth to student's baby faces rape, other charges: authorities
A Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, former teacher was arrested Tuesday for allegedly giving birth to a student’s child, according to authorities.
A Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, former teacher was arrested Tuesday for allegedly giving birth to a student’s child, according to authorities.
Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
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.
Louisiana officials ask people to stop battling massive wildfire with personal hoses
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
Louisiana man charged with murder after driving with deceased woman's body for a month
The shocking case has left local authorities stunned, as the suspect allegedly drove with the body in the vehicle for 30 days before being apprehended. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death.
The shocking case has left local authorities stunned, as the suspect allegedly drove with the body in the vehicle for 30 days before being apprehended. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of death.
New Orleans Saints' Jimmy Graham arrested following 'medical episode'
New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham experienced a medical episode, was taken into custody by authorities and transported to a hospital.
New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham experienced a medical episode, was taken into custody by authorities and transported to a hospital.
Dramatic video shows car crash into business in Kenner, Louisiana
Video in Kenner, Louisiana, shows a car crash into an optical business and then drive away from the wreckage.
Video in Kenner, Louisiana, shows a car crash into an optical business and then drive away from the wreckage.
‘We are proud of you’: 8-year-old saves great-grandfather’s life after ATV accident
According to the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Office, the two were out riding when the ATV crashed into a small canal.
According to the Franklin Parish Sheriff’s Office, the two were out riding when the ATV crashed into a small canal.
McDonald’s franchise had minors working deep fryers, Labor Department finds
A McDonald’s franchise that controls 12 restaurants in metro New Orleans violated child labor laws and has hired more than 80 minors in two states, the U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday.
A McDonald’s franchise that controls 12 restaurants in metro New Orleans violated child labor laws and has hired more than 80 minors in two states, the U.S. Department of Labor said Tuesday.
Rare pink dolphin spotted in Gulf of Mexico could be famous 'Pinky': 'I have never seen anything like it'
A man spotted two pink dolphins while fishing in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
A man spotted two pink dolphins while fishing in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
Wildlife officials use rafts made of life jackets to rescue stranded boaters
The incident occurred when a couple was fishing in a boat that got stuck in the mud on July 3.
The incident occurred when a couple was fishing in a boat that got stuck in the mud on July 3.
Parents of Louisiana woman found 'melted' into couch re-indicted on second-degree murder charges
Louisiana couple Sheila and Clay Fletcher have been re-indicted on second-degree murder charges for the death of their 36-year-old daughter who was found "melted" into a feces-covered couch and weighing less than 100 pounds, records show.
Louisiana couple Sheila and Clay Fletcher have been re-indicted on second-degree murder charges for the death of their 36-year-old daughter who was found "melted" into a feces-covered couch and weighing less than 100 pounds, records show.
The Up Stairs Lounge fire: How a deadly attack on the gay community fueled lasting change
The Up Stairs Lounge arson killed 32 people in New Orleans - and fueled a movement that continues half a century later.
The Up Stairs Lounge arson killed 32 people in New Orleans - and fueled a movement that continues half a century later.
Woman, 28, arrested for posing as 17-year-old high school student
The woman told investigators she enrolled at the Louisiana high school to learn English.
The woman told investigators she enrolled at the Louisiana high school to learn English.
Army renames Louisiana base to honor Black WWI hero who received Medal of Honor
The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.
The renaming of the base is part of the military’s efforts to address historic racial injustice — work that included changing the names of nine Army posts that honored Confederate officers.
Meet Zoey: Louisiana dog claims record for world's longest tongue
At 5 inches long, Zoey's tongue is longer than a soda can, according to Guinness World Records.
At 5 inches long, Zoey's tongue is longer than a soda can, according to Guinness World Records.
Cameron Robbins' family seen saying final goodbyes after teen lost at sea
Cameron Robbins was a recent high school graduate and baseball standout. Photos showed the loved ones of Robbins gathering for his memorial service on Sunday.
Cameron Robbins was a recent high school graduate and baseball standout. Photos showed the loved ones of Robbins gathering for his memorial service on Sunday.