Is the Mississippi river drying up from drought?
Tower Rock, an island in the middle of the river, has become accessible by foot for the first time in living memory.
Fox News host confronts GOP's Scalise on proposed Medicare cuts: "Betrayal"
The GOP has previously proposed raising eligibility ages and using private funding to help Medicare and Social Security remain solvent.
Louisiana woman hooks colossal 180lb tuna: 'Miraculous'
"I don't know of anyone who has caught a bigeye of this size this year," deck-hand London Rosiere told Newsweek.
'I Survived Two Hurricanes Like Ian, I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now'
Looking back, my advice for those caught in Hurricane Ian's path, take more memories.
Dog Found Abandoned at Gas Station: 'She Was Hoping They Would Come Back'
Cody Weishaar told Newsweek of Lulu, "We also suspected she had been used for breeding because her breasts were enlarged."
Mom throws 18-month-old baby off Louisiana bridge into river: Police
Asha Randolph, 30, was charged with attempted first-degree murder, child desertion and obstruction of justice.
Louisiana Schoolgirls Told To Forgive Rapists on Field Trip, Sparks Outrage
A parent said her daughter felt "duped" into attending an event where she was "proselytized over and prayed over."
At Least 13 Louisiana Schools Hit by Swatting Attempts in Disturbing Trend
Dozens of schools across the country were targeted with false reports of shooters as students return to classrooms amid heightened fears of violence.
Bus Driver Allegedly Kidnapped Middle Schooler, Declared Love: Police
"I wouldn't have thought this! He was the sweetest, but guess you really never know someone," said Kayla Edwards Guidry, a local mom.
GOP Lawmaker Slams Danny DeVito's Animated Series as 'Clearly Evil'
Representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana is upset about "Little Demon," which features DeVito as the voice of Satan.
Airport Baggage Handler Killed After Her Hair Was Caught in Belt Loader
Jermani Thompson, who worked at Louis Armstrong airport in New Orleans, was rushed to hospital after the incident on Tuesday.
Alligator vs. Police: Watch Louisiana Officer Wrangle Gator in Backyard
The clip shows how the reptile—one of over 2 million in Louisiana—fights back against officers who attempt to relocate it.
New Orleans Mayor Says Mardi Gras Won't Be Canceled Despite Police Shortage
Mayor LaToya Cantrell said that the city, "like the rest of the nation," is facing "a shortage of public safety personnel that includes police, fire, [and] EMS."
Louisiana Woman Denied Abortion Despite Unborn Baby's Fatal Skull Condition
Doctors told the mother that an abortion procedure could not go ahead, highlighting gray areas in Louisiana's strict abortion laws.
Washington Tops 'Healthiest States' List, Louisiana Ranked Last
The "Healthiest State Index" reported that West Virginia had the highest number of smokers, with nearly 24 percent of adults partaking in tobacco use.
'Five Days' Creator and Cast Avoided Glorifying Disaster in Katrina Drama
Carlton Cuse, Vera Farmiga and Cherry Jones spoke to Newsweek about their new Apple TV+ show, "Five Days at Memorial."
School Turns Away 5-Year-Old Girl Who Was Adopted by Same-Sex Couple
Emily Parker said Bible Baptist Academy officials said "that they can not educate our child due to the fact that we are a married same-sex couple."
Mom Stabs Young Children, Killing Daughter, in Custody Battle: Police
The father of the children rushed to the home after the mother posted an alarming video to Instagram in which she appeared to be covered in blood.
Man Possessed Too Many Sharks Amid Rise in Sightings: Officials
A spokesperson for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries told Newsweek that the man was in possession of just one too many sharks.
Gas Prices Fall Below $4 in 9 States as Declines Seen for 6th Straight Week
Gas costs peaked nationally at $5.01 per gallon on average in mid-June and have been steadily dipping since.
Raising Cane's Founder Buys Lottery Tickets for All 50k Employees
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $810 million after not crowning a winner since April.
Floating Abortion Clinic off Gulf Coast Could Open in 2023, but Needs $20M
Dr. Meg Autry's aim is for patients to be able to travel to the ship moored in federal waters to seek care at little to no cost.
Louisiana Woman Forced to Endure 'Painful' Labor to Deliver Nonviable Fetus
"She was screaming—not from pain, but from the emotional trauma she was experiencing," the woman's doctor wrote in an affidavit.
Alfred Banks Stays Upbeat, Resumes Music Career
Following a stint of delivering food for Uber Eats, Banks landed on his feet and is touring the country again.
Toddler Mauled To Death In Horrific Dog Attack: Police
Police said the child was taken to a hospital, but they sadly died as a result of the injuries sustained in the dog attack.
Alligator Bites Young Boy Swimming In Louisiana
The boy had been out on a boat ride with his family when the 4-foot alligator approached him as he swam and bit him on the foot.
Floating Abortion Clinic Proposed Off U.S. Coast to Avoid State Bans
Dr. Meg Autry is spearheading the launch of a ship named "PRROWESS" to operate in federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico.
'I'm Crying': Tiny Puppy Imitates Owner in Heartwarming Video
Snowball the dog's impression of his human companion prompted a mixture of laughter and tears online.