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Your comments have spoken: Here are the Louisiana bookstores locals love

Louisiana locals shouted out their favorite independent bookstores in New Orleans, Baton Rouge and beyond. We made a list of them.

NolaMay 29, 2026

Entertainment

You've seen the viral sprinkle 'dot cakes.' Here's where to find them in south Louisiana.

Looking for the viral sprinkle ‘dot cakes’ around Louisiana? Several bakeries and businesses around Baton Rouge and New Orleans are hopping on the trend. Here’s where to find them.

NolaMay 29, 2026

Entertainment

Essence Festival announces new initiatives, concert lineup for 2026Organizers are holding the press conference on Tuesday, May 12, at 9:30 a.m.

Michelle Obama will open the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture concert series in New Orleans as organizers expand the event with new music, film, book and creator programming.

FOX 8 LiveMay 12, 2026

Entertainment

See how this local contractor built a reputation revitalizing historic New Orleans buildings

Over the past six years, New Orleans contractor Trine Builders has grown to $12 million in revenue by staying small, skipping public bids and focusing on historic renovations.

NolaMay 11, 2026

Entertainment

Popular New Orleans German restaurant Bratz Y’all! to close at end of May

The restaurant owner says it will close after nearly a decade in the Bywater neighborhood.

WWL-TVMay 9, 2026

Lifestyle

Music museum planned for New Orleans River District inks lease with Convention Center

Organizers of the Louisiana Music & Heritage Experience, a museum intended to tell the story of the state’s musical genres, have finalized a lease with the Convention Center t…

NolaMay 9, 2026

Lifestyle

Two restaurants specializing in Spanish cuisine close down on Cinco De Mayo

Downtown restaurant 'Johnny Sanchez' says due to rising rent cost, but their time in New Orleans may not be over

WdsuMay 6, 2026

Lifestyle

Puppy cam returns: Meet the newest sled dog litter at Denali National Park

Born in March, the America's Best Idea Litter is adding cuteness to Denali National Park. Watch the puppy cam and see these tiny rangers in action!

WWL-TVMay 6, 2026

Entertainment

TikTok star Keith Lee reveals a diverse food lineup for FamiLee Day in New Orleans, featuring local and national vendors, live music, and family fun on May 16.

TikTok star Keith Lee reveals a diverse food lineup for FamiLee Day in New Orleans, featuring local and national vendors, live music, and family fun on May 16.

WWL-TVMay 5, 2026

Lifestyle

More than margaritas: Chef shares true meaning of Cinco de Mayo through food

Discover the rich history and culinary traditions behind Cinco de Mayo with chef Hugo Montero, who shares its true meaning and authentic Mexican flavors.

WWL-TVMay 5, 2026

Entertainment

WDSU-TV names Scot Pilié as chief meteorologist

WDSU today announced Scot Pilié as its new Chief Meteorologist.

WdsuMay 4, 2026

Entertainment

Watch the WWL Louisiana News team every day on WWL-TV and WUPL.

If you need more information on anything seen on WWL Louisiana, here is a list of web sites featured on the show.

WWL-TVMay 4, 2026