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One victim is in critical condition after a shooting this afternoon on Marie Street in Rayne.
One victim is in critical condition after a shooting this afternoon on Marie Street in Rayne.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces LA 182 will be closed in the eastbound direction, from the Billeaud Overpass to approximately 1500 feet east of the overpass, today due to bridge construction.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces LA 182 will be closed in the eastbound direction, from the Billeaud Overpass to approximately 1500 feet east of the overpass, today due to bridge construction.
Lake Charles police are searching for suspects in connection with a homicide this morning.
Lake Charles police are searching for suspects in connection with a homicide this morning.
A cargo trailer caught fire Saturday morning on I-10 West near the Westlake exit, according to KPLC.
A cargo trailer caught fire Saturday morning on I-10 West near the Westlake exit, according to KPLC.
Sunday marks the second anniversary of the Grand 16 Theater shooting, a tragedy that shocked the nation, but also demonstrated the perseverance of the community.
Sunday marks the second anniversary of the Grand 16 Theater shooting, a tragedy that shocked the nation, but also demonstrated the perseverance of the community.
UPDATE: Shortly after 2:30 p.m. today, Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on LA 724 at Landry Road near Judice.
UPDATE: Shortly after 2:30 p.m. today, Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on LA 724 at Landry Road near Judice.
NEW YORK (AP) - Actor John Heard, best known for playing the father in the "Home Alone" movie series, has died.
NEW YORK (AP) - Actor John Heard, best known for playing the father in the "Home Alone" movie series, has died.
A St. Landry Parish victim who says shots were fired at him during what policed called a road rage incident wants stronger charges against the person who pulled the trigger.
A St. Landry Parish victim who says shots were fired at him during what policed called a road rage incident wants stronger charges against the person who pulled the trigger.
Bars in Jeanerette could soon have a new closing time.
Bars in Jeanerette could soon have a new closing time.
Family and friends of a man who was fatally shot last weekend held a vigil this evening in his honor.
Family and friends of a man who was fatally shot last weekend held a vigil this evening in his honor.
The Morgan City Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing man.
The Morgan City Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing man.
The changes to LPSS school bus routes mean about 13 bus drivers have no routes right now.
The changes to LPSS school bus routes mean about 13 bus drivers have no routes right now.
United Way of Acadiana is back this year with it's Stuff the Bus Campaign. Each year, the organization asks the community to help out with gathering schools supplies in a few Acadiana parishes.
United Way of Acadiana is back this year with it's Stuff the Bus Campaign. Each year, the organization asks the community to help out with gathering schools supplies in a few Acadiana parishes.
Louisiana is receiving more than $22 million to help rebuild infrastructure after the historic flood.
Louisiana is receiving more than $22 million to help rebuild infrastructure after the historic flood.
A state police commissioner has resigned in the wake of an investigative report by WVUE in New Orleans.
A state police commissioner has resigned in the wake of an investigative report by WVUE in New Orleans.
Local law enforcement officers at Kaplan Police Department are working to make sure the elderly stay cool this summer.
Officers with the Kaplan Police Department are working to make sure the elderly stay cool this summer.
A Church Point man has been arrested, accused of sexual battery involving three juveniles.
A Church Point man has been arrested, accused of sexual battery involving three juveniles.
Abbeville residents who experienced flooding last year may be able to expect better drainage in their area. New money and resources have been dedicated to drainage.
Abbeville residents who experienced flooding last year may be able to expect better drainage in their area. New money and resources have been dedicated to drainage.
SMILE will hold three meetings next week to talk to parents about the future of its Head Start and Early Head Start schools.
SMILE will hold three meetings next week to talk to parents about the future of its Head Start and Early Head Start schools.
The USDA has issued a $100,000 fine against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for issues at its primate center.
The USDA has issued a $100,000 fine against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for issues at its primate center.
Half of the women and girls murdered in 2015 were killed by an intimate partner, a report released Friday by the CDC found.
Half of the women and girls murdered in 2015 were killed by an intimate partner, a report released Friday by the CDC found.
The surface high that has been over top Acadiana the past couple days, suppressing the rain activity, will begin to slide off the East allowing the sea breeze off the Gulf to pick up again this weekend increasing rain chances.
The surface high that has been over top Acadiana the past couple days, suppressing the rain activity, will begin to slide off the East allowing the sea breeze off the Gulf to pick up again this weekend increasing rain chances.
Several performances of The Lion King Jr. will be held at Zoosiana Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Several performances of The Lion King Jr. will be held at Zoosiana Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The newest French Immersion program in Louisiana is seeking help for its teachers.
The newest French Immersion program in Louisiana is seeking help for its teachers.
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson’s office will host satellite office hours in Ville Platte, Greenwood and Eunice next week.
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson’s office will host satellite office hours in Ville Platte, Greenwood and Eunice next week.
On June 29th , 2017, deputies responded to a complaint from Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services in reference to possible child abuse that occurred in the Pineville area.
On June 29th , 2017, deputies responded to a complaint from Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services in reference to possible child abuse that occurred in the Pineville area.
A Carencro teen was killed in a car crash Thursday night in St. Landry Parish.
A Carencro teen was killed in a car crash Thursday night in St. Landry Parish.
Two police departments in Acadiana are having back to school drives this weekend.
Two police departments in Acadiana are having back to school drives this weekend.
Mclhenny Company is launching a limited time Tabasco sauce that is not for the faint of heart or stomachs.
Mclhenny Company is launching a limited time Tabasco sauce that is not for the faint of heart or stomachs.
WASHINGTON — The New York Times is reporting that Sean Spicer, the White House press secretary, resigned on Friday morning, telling President Trump he vehemently disagreed with the appointment of New York financier Anthony Scaramucci as communications director.
WASHINGTON — The New York Times is reporting that Sean Spicer, the White House press secretary, resigned on Friday morning, telling President Trump he vehemently disagreed with the appointment of New York financier Anthony Scaramucci as communications director.
Sunday marks the second anniversary of the Grand 16 Theater shooting, a tragedy that tore at Lafayette's heart, but also revealed its resilient soul.
Sunday marks the second anniversary of the Grand 16 Theater shooting, a tragedy that tore at Lafayette's heart, but also revealed its resilient soul.
Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards released the following statement on the positive jobs numbers released by the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC).
Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards released the following statement on the positive jobs numbers released by the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC).
A 36-year-old Lafayette man is accused of attempting to steal a car and burglarizing several others.
A 36-year-old Lafayette man is accused of attempting to steal a car and burglarizing several others.
As an alternative to the Traditional Meal Benefit Application Program that qualifies the individual student to receive free or reduced price meals, school districts across the nation that participate in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs now have another Meal Benefit option to offer students.
As an alternative to the Traditional Meal Benefit Application Program that qualifies the individual student to receive free or reduced price meals, school districts across the nation that participate in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs now have another Meal Benefit option to offer students.
Acadiana Center for the Arts will host the 10th Anniversary Gulf Brew Saturday, July 22 at Blackham Coliseum from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Acadiana Center for the Arts will host the 10th Anniversary Gulf Brew Saturday, July 22 at Blackham Coliseum from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
According to DOTD, the right lane is blocked on I-10 east at mile marker 107 (Breaux Bridge) due to an accident.
According to DOTD, the right lane is blocked on I-10 east at mile marker 107 (Breaux Bridge) due to an accident.
A powerful earthquake sent a building crashing down on tourists at a bar on the Greek holiday island of Kos early Friday, killing two and striking panic that reached the shores of nearby Turkey.
A powerful earthquake sent a building crashing down on tourists at a bar on the Greek holiday island of Kos early Friday, killing two and striking panic that reached the shores of nearby Turkey.
A ridge of high pressure over the middle part of the country responsible for record breaking heat across the Midwest, will expand southward today helping to suppress the afternoon storms a bit more. This should allow temperatures to soar into the mid 90s again.
A ridge of high pressure over the middle part of the country responsible for record breaking heat across the Midwest, will expand southward today helping to suppress the afternoon storms a bit more. This should allow temperatures to soar into the mid 90s again.
A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection to Monday's fatal armed robbery on Simmons Street in Lake Charles, according to a spokesman with the Lake Charles Police Department.
A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection to Monday's fatal armed robbery on Simmons Street in Lake Charles, according to a spokesman with the Lake Charles Police Department.
You see it all the time outside and a new study says that the earth's land and water is covered by 5 and a half billion tons of plastic litter. One organization is working to keep Lafayette beautiful.
You see it all the time outside and a new study says that the earth's land and water is covered by 5 and a half billion tons of plastic litter. One organization is working to keep Lafayette beautiful.
The director of Acadiana Regional Airport is saying 'goodbye' after nine years.
The director of Acadiana Regional Airport is saying 'goodbye' after nine years.
Acadiana rice farmers could soon benefit from a federal deal with China that would permit the importation of U.S. milled rice into China. Today, the long-awaited deal with the world's leading rice consumer was signed.
Acadiana rice farmers could soon benefit from a federal deal with China that would permit the importation of U.S. milled rice into China. Today, the long-awaited deal with the world's leading rice consumer was signed.
In St. Mary Parish, residents are coming together in the fight against gun violence.
In St. Mary Parish, residents are coming together in the fight against gun violence.
Mississippi football coach Hugh Freeze has resigned after five seasons, bringing a stunning end to a once-promising tenure.
Mississippi football coach Hugh Freeze has resigned after five seasons, bringing a stunning end to a once-promising tenure.
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Louisiana prison officials blocked attorneys from investigating "alarming" allegations of inmate abuse, including claims that mentally ill prisoners were forced to kneel or bend down and bark like dogs to get food, a lawsuit alleges.
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Louisiana prison officials blocked attorneys from investigating "alarming" allegations of inmate abuse, including claims that mentally ill prisoners were forced to kneel or bend down and bark like dogs to get food, a lawsuit alleges.
The Village of Maurice now has a new way of defining a "vicious" dog.
The Village of Maurice now has a new way of defining a "vicious" dog.
Congressman Steve Scalise is "on the mend," said U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, R-LA.
Congressman Steve Scalise is "on the mend," said U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, R-LA.
If you're a farmer or rancher, you could be eligible for grants from a $10 million program aimed at helping with flood recovery. \
If you're a farmer or rancher, you could be eligible for grants from a $10 million program aimed at helping with flood recovery. \
Seniors at Vermilion Catholic High are leaving a mark on their school.
Seniors at Vermilion Catholic High are leaving a mark on their school.
One young girl with a debilitating illness was granted her wish Thursday in Lafayette. Aubree Foreman was given a day of leisure and fun, thanks to members of the Pay It Forward network.
One young girl with a debilitating illness was granted her wish Thursday in Lafayette. Aubree Foreman was given a day of leisure and fun, thanks to members of the Pay It Forward network.
A New Orleans woman is under arrest after allegedly cutting-off a police officer while driving a stolen vehicle.
A New Orleans woman is under arrest after allegedly cutting-off a police officer while driving a stolen vehicle.
One Powerball ticket valued at $250,000 was sold at Kroger's in Sulphur.
One Powerball ticket valued at $250,000 was sold at Kroger's in Sulphur.
Abbeville residents will begin seeing a decrease in their monthly electricity bills.
Abbeville residents will begin seeing a decrease in their monthly electricity bills.
A babysitter was indicted in connection with the death of Willow Rain Molina-Renteria, Vernon Parish District Attorney Asa Skinner announced Thursday.
A babysitter was indicted in connection with the death of Willow Rain Molina-Renteria, Vernon Parish District Attorney Asa Skinner announced Thursday.
Iberia Parish Crime Stoppers is asking for help from the public solving a crime. On July 17, around 12:45 a.m., the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office responded to the 1200 block of E. Admiral Doyle Drive in reference to an alarm activation.
Iberia Parish Crime Stoppers is asking for help from the public solving a crime. On July 17, around 12:45 a.m., the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office responded to the 1200 block of E. Admiral Doyle Drive in reference to an alarm activation.
The State Bond Commission approved $271.2 million for projects statewide at its July meeting, according to State Treasurer Ron Henson.
The State Bond Commission approved $271.2 million for projects statewide at its July meeting, according to State Treasurer Ron Henson.
The Lafayette Parish School Board on Monday is scheduled to discuss a new program that would match funds raised by booster and parent-teacher groups for certain projects.
The Lafayette Parish School Board on Monday is scheduled to discuss a new program that would match funds raised by booster and parent-teacher groups for certain projects.
There's more good news for red snapper fishermen in the state.
There's more good news for red snapper fishermen in the state.
A scorching stretch of days here in Acadiana even by the high standards set in July in south Louisiana it will be hot wrapping up the work week and even starting the weekend. .
A scorching stretch of days here in Acadiana even by the high standards set in July in south Louisiana it will be hot wrapping up the work week and even starting the weekend. .
Courtesy Automotive Group has added a new used car dealership to their existing 15 locations. Courtesy Value Center Hwy 167 was officially opened Wednesday with a celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony. "We are excited to be here. The facility is in a location convenient to our customers, and our staff is excited to work with their neighbors, friends and family," said Court Williams, General Manager. "We are ready to help the people of South Lafayette and surrounding...
Courtesy Automotive Group has added a new used car dealership to their existing 15 locations. Courtesy Value Center Hwy 167 was officially opened Wednesday with a celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony. "We are excited to be here. The facility is in a location convenient to our customers, and our staff is excited to work with their neighbors, friends and family," said Court Williams, General Manager. "We are ready to help the people of South Lafayette and surrounding...
Gov. John Bel Edwards today threw down the gauntlet to House Speaker Taylor Barras: If you're not going to support my plans, let's see your own.
Gov. John Bel Edwards today threw down the gauntlet to House Speaker Taylor Barras: If you're not going to support my plans, let's see your own.
UPDATE: Shortly after 2:30 p.m. today, Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on LA 724 at Landry Road near Judice.
UPDATE: Shortly after 2:30 p.m. today, Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on LA 724 at Landry Road near Judice.
A Carencro teen was killed in a car crash Thursday night in St. Landry Parish.
A Carencro teen was killed in a car crash Thursday night in St. Landry Parish.
A St. Landry Parish victim who says shots were fired at him during what policed called a road rage incident wants stronger charges against the person who pulled the trigger.
A St. Landry Parish victim who says shots were fired at him during what policed called a road rage incident wants stronger charges against the person who pulled the trigger.
A Church Point man has been arrested, accused of sexual battery involving three juveniles.
A Church Point man has been arrested, accused of sexual battery involving three juveniles.
Family and friends of a man who was fatally shot last weekend held a vigil this evening in his honor.
Family and friends of a man who was fatally shot last weekend held a vigil this evening in his honor.
Several performances of The Lion King, Jr. will be held at Zoosiana Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Several performances of The Lion King, Jr. will be held at Zoosiana Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
LAFAYETTE – A season-opening trip to Ole Miss that coincides with football’s visit to Oxford, a tournament in the Cayman Islands and seven games against in-state foes highlight the 2017-18 Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Men’s Basketball non-conference schedule released Thursday. The Ragin’ Cajuns will play 13 non-conference games in addition to the previously released 18-game Sun Belt Conference schedule. Tip-off times for all games will be announced at a ...
LAFAYETTE – A season-opening trip to Ole Miss that coincides with football’s visit to Oxford, a tournament in the Cayman Islands and seven games against in-state foes highlight the 2017-18 Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Men’s Basketball non-conference schedule released Thursday. The Ragin’ Cajuns will play 13 non-conference games in addition to the previously released 18-game Sun Belt Conference schedule. Tip-off times for all games will be announced at a ...
The security firm worked in the War on Terror. Now it's using its counter-insurgency expertise in the homeland.
The security firm worked in the War on Terror. Now it's using its counter-insurgency expertise in the homeland.
A Jeanerette Police officer, an Iberia Parish Sheriff's deputy and three other women were arrested by officials with the state Attorney General's Office Monday for Medicaid fraud. Arrest affidavits state all five women worked for a healthcare company run by the mayor of Jeanerette.
A Jeanerette Police officer, an Iberia Parish Sheriff's deputy and three other women were arrested by officials with the state Attorney General's Office Monday for Medicaid fraud. Arrest affidavits state all five women worked for a healthcare company run by the mayor of Jeanerette.
