summer

After weeks of drought and burn bans, a weather system off the coast could bring significant rainfall to the region early next week.

Louisiana's heat dome isn't just tough on people. Birds across the state are going quiet, staying hidden, and skipping their usual backyard visits during the hottest hours.

Heat indices above 110 degrees are possible in the coming days. That is not a typo, and it is not something to brush off.

Sunset police handled a tense Wednesday morning call that ended without incident — and the detail about where that car was parked matters more than you might think.

August in Louisiana is no joke — it's historically the second hottest month of the year, and this one is already making its case early.

Tire debris is showing up along I-10 between Lafayette and Lake Charles — and the summer heat is a bigger part of that story than most drivers realize.

Lafayette has been baking in the mid-to-upper 90s, and those brown patches showing up in yards tell the whole story. Some relief may be on the way.

South Louisiana summers are no joke — and one Facebook comment about spraying a garden hose on a roof sparked a whole conversation worth having.

When the heat gets bad enough, even the infrastructure starts to struggle. Abbeville firefighters got a call that had nothing to do with flames — and everything to do with a stuck drawbridge.

Louisiana summers rank second hottest in the entire country, and the gap between now and cooler weather is longer than most people realize.

Summer in South Louisiana hits different when your garbage can starts smelling like something crawled in and died — because something basically did.

Back in 1936, a small town in Bossier Parish set the heat record.

It’s not every day you see such dedication in the summer sun—this young lawnmower is setting an example for all of us.

In Breaux Bridge, a little fruit stand reveals a colorful twist on a summer classic. Bet you’ve never heard this about yellow watermelons!

As families flock to the beach this summer, a recent scare reminds us all of the hidden dangers lurking beneath the sand.

About a dozen country concerts are coming to South Louisiana between late June and mid-September 2026. From casino shows to family festivals, here is your summer guide.

In the heat of South Louisiana, the right watermelon can be a game-changer. Let’s get to the juicy details of choosing the best one.

As the heat hangs on, there’s a welcome surprise on the horizon—cooler mornings could be just around the corner, changing our summer rhythm.

As the mercury rises, locals are adjusting their thermostats, but how low is too low when it comes to staying cool? Let’s take a look.

Louisiana LDH is issuing SUN Bucks this week — $120 in summer grocery benefits for eligible children. Cards are being added to EBT accounts through June 2, 2026.