A man is facing three attempted murder charges following a standoff with police in Avoyelles Parish. State Trooper Scott Moreau says 35-year-old Brandon Carpenter barricaded himself inside a home in Moreauville. During negotiations, the suspect fired shots at officers.

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The three officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

The wildly popular Waitr app is getting its own headquarters in Lafayette. CEO Chris Meaux says with the help of Opportunity Machine with the Lafayette Economic Development Authority, he was able to follow his dream of starting a technology company in his home state.

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Two people are dead following a crash in the Village of Tangipahoa. One of the victims is the former mayor of the village and retired NFL player Michael Dyson. State Trooper Dustin Dwight says Dyson was speeding down US 51 on his motorcycle.

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A survey from the National Retail Federation finds consumers are planning to spend more than ever on mother’s day this year. NRF spokesperson Anna Serafin Smith says 85 percent of consumers will spend a record $23 billion on mom this year.

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Flowers are the most popular gift this year.