I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Erath Teen Killed In Crash After Driver Ran A Stop Sign
Investigators say Toups was the passenger in a car that was struck by a pick-up truck.
Why Christopher Columbus is Such a Polarizing Figure
There are new calls to end the 'glorification' of this figure in history.
Stefanski: LDH Points to Community Spread in COVID-19 FIght
Handwashing and face coverings are both proven ways to stop the spread.
Court Rejects Trump Bid to End Young Immigrants’ Protections
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote today's opinion on Trump's push to end the DACA program angering many conservatives.
RIDE OF THE WEEK: 2017 Land Rover Discovery
Sponsored content from Service Chevrolet Cadillac in Lafayette.
Breaux Bridge Teen Drowns While Swimming With Friends
911 was called after the teen showed signs of distress and did not resurface after going underwater.
BBC: Cheap, Widely-Available Drug Could Be Key To Fighting COVID-19
Dexamethason is a steroid that can improve fatal outcomes by as much as a third in seriously ill patients.
New Iberia’s Famed Sugar Cane Festival Canceled Due to COVID-19
A release from the festival Board of Directors calls the decision "painful".
FDA Revokes Use of Hydroxychloroquine For Coronavirus Treatment
Tens of thousands of people tried the drug after Trump touted it in briefings and interviews, saying, “What have you got to lose?”
Free COVID-19 Testing Today At Arnaudville Civic Center
The hours of operation through Wednesday are 8:00a - 4:00p.
Louisiana Now One Step Closer To ‘Year Round’ Daylight Saving Time
The bill will not take effect until Congress changes federal law concerning daylight saving time.
Downtown Lafayette Shooting Leaves Five People Wounded
Shots were fired in the 400 block of Jefferson Street. No arrests have been made.
Arrests Made After Protesters Dismantle Statue, Throw It Into MS River
Cantrell's statement went on to say, "The City of New Orleans rejects vandalism and the destruction of City property. It is unlawful."
I-49 Closed Due To A Crash Involving A Motorcycle
Southbound lanes of I-49 are closed after a crash involving a motorcycle. Drivers tell KPEL News that traffic is being diverted to University Avenue via West Pont Des Mouton. The driver of the motorcycle is in critical condition at a local hospital...
LDH: June 13th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Saturday, June 13th.
Edwards Vetoes Tort Reform Bill Aimed At Lowering Car Insurance Rates
The announcement was made late Friday along with several other vetoes.
RIDE OF THE WEEK: Pre-Owned 2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5
Sponsored content from Service Chevrolet Cadillac in Lafayette.
UPDATE: I-10 Near Henderson Reopens
Trooper Thomas Gossen tell KPEL News that all lanes of I-10 are now open as crews have completed the work on the power lines.
Rob and Bernie Hit The Road For Downtown Lafayette Show
The show will broadcast live from Handy Stop Market and Cafe to kick-off the weekend.
UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Northside Of Lafayette
A pipe located north of I-10 in a vacant area near Louisiana Avenue broke early Sunday morning resulting in a loss of water pressure."