St. Landry DA Asks Court to Remove Opelousas Councilman from Seat
The petition comes after the councilman's run-off opponent claimed he no longer lived in the district.
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OPELOUSAS – McAlister’s Deli to Open Thursday
St. Landry Parish has been waiting for an opening date for its newest restaurant, and now we know when it will be - SOON!
Road Closed as LSP, Hazmat Work Gas Line Leak Near Opelousas
Louisiana State Police are working with hazmat crews and St. Landry Parish officials.
Explosive Device Found in Opelousas, Suspect Arrested
The arrest of the suspect marks the second time this suspect was arrested by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office last week.
Drug Bust Lands Opelousas Man In Jail For Child Pornography
An undercover drug investigation turns into multiple counts of possession of pornography involving juveniles.
Opelousas Man Ticketed for Illegal Possession and Release of Invasive Apple Snails
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries agents cited an Opelousas man for the alleged possession and release of invasive apple snails into his neighborhood pond.
Shots Fired Outside Opelousas School Send It Into Lockdown
The school remained in lockdown for some time after the shooting.
Opelousas Man Gives YouTubers a Touching and Delicious Experience
The out-of-towners were hoping to get some authentic, delicious Cajun food and, they did...but when they least expected it, they got much more.
Worker Falls to Death While Trimming Trees in Opelousas
Our media partners at KATC-TV 3 report today that a contract worker in Opelousas fell to his death.
City of Opelousas Uses Grant Money to Upgrade Roads
The City of Opelousas is in the process of getting a makeover, well at least the roads in Opelousas are getting a makeover.
Teen Wounded In Third Opelousas Shooting This Week
The teen remains in the hospital.
One Dead in Opelousas Shooting
Police are searching for leads in the case.
Lafayette Student’s Poem Is The Best Thing You’ll Read Today
What happens when you mix a sixth-grader, hunting, and poetry? A stroke of genius.
Iconic Opelousas Venue Destroyed By Fire
The owners of Toby's Lounge say they hope to reopen.
Frank’s Poboys in Opelousas Closing After 70 Years
Owner Michael Fontenot took to Facebook to make the announcement that the restaurant will be closing on May 28, 2022.
St. Landry Confederate Memorial To Be Removed
No timetable has been set.
Thieves Steal Every Catalytic Converter From Cars at Local Dealership
Thieves hit a local car dealership and reportedly stole every catalytic converter from the cars on the lot.
Parents Applaud Opelousas Police Officer Showing Compassion for Kid
An Opelousas police officer is being applauded by many on social media after he showed his compassion for a young boy who was having a bad day.
UFO Sightings in Opelousas, Louisiana
There are only 4 official reports of sightings in the Opelousas area, but something tells me that more people have seen things and just haven't reported them.
Three Different Shootings Across Acadiana Last Night
Local police departments are reporting a total of three separate shooting incidents across Acadiana last night or in the wee hours of Saturday morning.