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      • Weather
        Chilly for NYE but milder start for 2026
        Rob Perillo
        Lafayette Parish
        Police investigating fatal shooting in Scott
        KATC News
        Iberia Parish
        Iberia Medical Center prepares for patient surge for New Year
        Katie Navarro

        In Your Parish

         
        • Families ring in 2026 early at Children’s Museum of Acadiana

          Christina Mondragon

        • LDH released its list of the most common baby names among 2025 births statewide

          KATC News

        • Acadiana's Holiday Favorites: Granna's Confetti Cake Pops

          Taylor Toole

        • Fire officials urge caution with fireworks ahead of New Year’s Eve

          Katie Navarro

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        St. Martin Parish

        Breaux Bridge fire chief shares fire safety reminders heading into new year

        Joshua Moton
        Camila Mendoza Olmos

        National News

        Body found during search for missing Texas teen ID'd as Camila Mendoza Olmos

        Scripps News Group
        Puerto Rico Mamdani

        Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in as NYC's first Muslim mayor at midnight

        Alexandra Miller
      • National News

        • Trump

          Trump issues first vetoes of second term, targeting bills backed by GOP allies

          AP via Scripps News Group
        • Donald Trump

          Ohio Republicans introduce bill to rename part of I-70 after President Trump

          Scripps News Group
        • Biz Walmart

          From Walmart to Walgreens: Store hours for New Year’s Day 2026

          AP via Scripps News Group

        Scripps News
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        UL Sports

        Ragin’ Cajuns continue homestand at Cajundome on New Year’s Day

        UL Athletics
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        St. Mary Parish

        St.Mary Parish represented on Louisiana float in 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade

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        In Your Parish

        In Your Parish Headlines: December 31, 2025

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Quiet, cool weather wraps up 2025

        Daniel Phillips
        According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, there are more than 240 current forms of vehicle technology - like lane assist or driver monitoring - which could be used to combat drunk driving by, in some cases, reprogramming that tech to safely pull an impaired driver over.

        Lafayette Parish

        Plan safe rides home from New Year’s Eve celebrations

        Anna Fischer
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        UL Sports

        Sources: UL running backs coach taking OC job at SELU

        Jamarcus Fitzpatrick

        Lafayette Parish

        Community steps up with donations as cold snap threatens Acadiana's unhoused

        Kayla Quintero
        LCG

        Lafayette Parish

        Lafayette awarded nearly $8M to advance Johnston revitalization

        KATC News
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        Lafayette Parish

        D.R.E.A.M.S. Foundation plans café to create jobs for those with special needs

        Christina Mondragon
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        Acadia Parish

        Acadia Tourism nominates Rayne for America's Favorite Small Town

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Frosty start for New Year's Eve; milder into 2026

        Rob Perillo
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        Lafayette Parish

        Motorcyclist killed in NW Evangeline Thruway crash

        KATC News
        New Orleans New Years Safety

        Covering Louisiana

        350 National Guard troops deployed to prevent New Year's violence in New Orleans

        AP via Scripps News Group
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        In Your Parish

        In Your Parish Headlines: December 30, 2025

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Cold settles in across Acadiana for the remainder of the year

        Daniel Phillips
        Malcolm Meijer fishing

        Lafayette Parish

        What to do with your Christmas tree after the holidays

        Christina Mondragon
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        Weather

        How did it get so cold and what are the dos and don'ts of freezing temperatures

        Jobie Lagrange
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        St. Martin Parish

        St. Martinville water system shutdown set for tonight

        KATC News
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        Iberia Parish

        Freezing weather raises safety concerns for people without housing

        Katie Navarro
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        St. Martin Parish

        Breaux Bridge infant dies in weekend fire

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        Lafayette Parish

        Former prison guard pleads guilty

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        Lafayette Parish

        LFD offers fireworks safety tips; reminds residents of law

        New Iberia Police

        Iberia Parish

        NIPD investigating fatal stabbing

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        St. Landry Parish

        Exhibit of Opelousas residents' photographs to open

        Lafayette Sheriff’s Office

        Lafayette Parish

        LPSO asking for public input for accreditation

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        St. Landry Parish

        Lawtell Water District 1 flushing hydrants

        Taylor Toole
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        Jeff Davis Parish

        See who qualified to replace Troy Romero

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        Weather

        Cold temperatures moving in for the start of the new year

        Daniel Phillips
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        Iberia Parish

        Home damaged in Center Street fire

        Paris Flannigan
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        Lafayette Parish

        Lafayette warming center opens ahead of freezing temperatures

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Scattered showers tonight followed by a cold front leads to windy Monday

        Breyanna Lewis
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        Weather

        Another unseasonable day ahead; Colder airmass arrives early next week

        Breyanna Lewis
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        Lafayette Parish

        Toy drive supports families in need after Christmas

        Christina Mondragon
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        St. Mary Parish

        St. Mary Parish Deputies seek tips after early morning shooting near Baldwin

        KATC News

        Acadia Parish

        Gunfire at Crowley apartments leaves three arrested and more suspects wanted

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Few more days of fog before strong cold front: a look at the latest timing

        Jobie Lagrange
        New Year resolution

        News

        State Fire Marshal shares safety guidance for New Year celebrations

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        Weather

        Foggy start, pleasant afternoon ahead; Higher rain chances late this weekend

        Breyanna Lewis
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        In Your Parish

        In Your Parish Headlines: December 26, 2025

        KATC News
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        Weather

        Fogmas Eve 2025: Your Christmas forecast is here

        Jobie Lagrange
        Bark Park

        Lafayette Parish

        Bark Park serves as flood control and community space

        Christina Mondragon
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