Snowfall totals across the southern half of the state continued to increase in Monday forecasts to what could be record-breaking levels. Here's what to know for the New Orleans metro, the northshore,

The South endures more wildfires per year than any other region, and Louisiana is not exempt from this trend. In 2023, Louisiana saw more than 1300 wildfires and an extreme period of summer drought.

State Climatologist Jay Grymes said there could be lows of 20 degrees across the state between Monday and Wednesday and the National Weather Service (NWS) has said Baton Rouge could see its first snowfall in seven years. Newsweek has contacted the Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for comment.

Sub-freezing temperatures and a high chance of snow have officials in Louisiana treating the approaching winter weather as an emergency, one in which they anticipate road closures and other impacts from the frigid conditions.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has stirred controversy by urging residents to display the "Make America Great Again" flag to celebrate President Trump's re-election.

The National Weather Service has laid out six basic steps to measure the snow properly. Locate a surface that is solid, level, and open. Avoid measuring snow and sleet depth under trees or directly next to buildings. Slide the ruler directly downward into the sleet until it reaches the ground.

Governor Jeff Landry declares winter weather emergency in Louisiana with National Weather Service issuing extreme cold warnings.

Louisiana's gambling industry wrapped up December with mixed performance across its various gaming sectors, according to the latest data from the Louisiana State Police.

A Black man died after a beating by the police in 2019. The assault “demonstrated serious failures,” the Justice Department said, including improper supervision.

A new Louisiana barbecue restaurant opened in Walnut Creek on Sunday. Dad’s BBQ Next Generation began serving ribs, tri-tips, links, rib tips and chicken on Tice Valley Boulevard.

East Texas A&M 2-16 The SE Louisiana Lions' road trip will continue as they head out to face the East Texas A&M Lions at 2:00 p.m. ET on Monday at East Texas A&M Field House. East Texas A&M took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on SE Louisiana,

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency Saturday in preparation for the winter weather expected to hit Louisiana early next week, when snow is expected to accumulate in some areas. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for the state in effect from Monday through Thursday.