Daily Distraction

A new report lists the dirtiest hotel chains in Louisiana for 2025, and chances are you’ve stayed at one. Check out which spots locals say you should avoid.

The Snow Cone Showdown is back in Southwest Louisiana! Nominations are now open, so vote for your favorite snow cone stand before the battle for the best begins.

Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, has deep family ties to Louisiana, including a Creole grandmother and a marriage certificate from New Orleans.

Before you crank that mower, you better check the clock. Lake Charles has strict noise rules that could land you in trouble, and not the fun kind.

Can we talk about how June bugs completely ignored the calendar? Here’s why they’re all over Louisiana.

Did you know Louisiana has strict rules on baby names? From “Santa Claus” to “Messiah,” some names are completely off-limits. Before you fill out that birth certificate, check out this surprising list of banned baby names in Louisiana.

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A drunk woman in Louisiana tried to bash through a glass door to get into a bar the other night, and someone got it on video.

Is it Illegal to Flash your Headlights in Texas? Here's what we know.

Before Valentine’s Day was all about chocolates and roses, it started with a rebellious priest who risked it all for love—defying an emperor, marrying couples in secret, and leaving behind a message that would last centuries.

Ever wonder why your neighbor’s porch light is pink, green, or blue? These colors aren’t just for decoration—they carry hidden meanings that might surprise you!

The New Year’s here, and so are resolutions—until “Quitter’s Day” hits by mid-January! But don’t worry. Start small, stay realistic, and make habits non-negotiable. Progress, not perfection, is the secret to sticking with it!