Born in Lafayette and raised in St. Martinville, I am a Cajun in heart, mind and spirit. I dove into the news industry with my start at my hometown newspaper where I picked up some journalistic skills. I earned a degree in mass communications at UL Lafayette which prepared me for covering news in Acadiana and around the state. As a news reporter for KPEL, my news beats include, but are not limited to, Lafayette Consolidated Government and the Lafayette Parish School Board. Jumping from print media to broadcast has been an exciting move for me in the ever-changing multimedia environment of today's news world. When not covering news, I can often be found playing guitar or cooking at home, both usually being done with my daughter, Jolie, very near by.
Derek Albert
Iowa Fire Chief Arrested On Drug Charges
Authorities said the chief was having controlled substances shipped to her home.
Inmate Dies This Week In Iberia Parish Jail
Authorities report the 45-year-old man died of natural causes.
Police Investigate Shooting Of Armed & Naked Trespasser
Shots were fired at a Fanny Street residence killing the naked suspect.
Two Men Drown In Bayou Teche
The bodies were discovered in the bayou just south of Breaux Bridge.
Person of Interest Arrested In Arnaudville Murder Case
Twenty-five-year-old Stoney Bergeron was extradited from New Mexico. Detectives are questioning him for the murder case.
Breaux Bridge Fugitive Wanted On 16 Warrants
Robbery, battery and drug charges top the list of violations that Darren Alexander is facing.
Lafayette Parish Arrest Report
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office reported 26 arrests for Saturday.
Lafayette Fire Dept. Commemorating 15 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
The public is invited to join in the Patriot Day ceremony Sunday morning.
Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office reported 28 arrests for Friday.
Opelousas Man Arrested For Beating Wife With Dresser Drawer
A St. Landry Parish Crime Stoppers Facebook post led to the arrest for the violent crime.
Obama Agrees To Cover 90% Of Flood Relief Costs
Federal funds had--until now--covered 75 percent of flood relief costs.
Three St. Martin Parish Fugitives On the Lam
All three suspects--hailing from Breaux Bridge--are wanted for various crimes.
LCG Votes To Approve LUS Utility Hikes And Crash Land Airport Tax (Audio)
LCG Council Chairman Jay Castille discusses the City-Parish Budget on KPEL's Lafayette Live.
Records Show Lafayette City Marshal Brian Pope Was Released “On His Own Recognizance” After Indictment (UPDATE)
Court records say Lafayette City Marshal Brian Pope was not required to post any bond after he was booked last month after his indictment.
Pedestrians Killed In Two Saturday Night Crashes
A Mississippi man and a Morgan City teen were each killed while walking along roadways Saturday night.
Lafayette Parish Arrest Report
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office reported 23 arrests for Saturday.
Iberia Deputies Searching For Shooting Suspect
The victim was found shot dead on St. Mary Street in New Iberia Friday night.
Mermentau Man Jailed On Drug & Firearm Charges
Possession of marijuana, crystal meth, illegal prescription drugs and a handgun land a Mermentau man behind bars.
Hub City PD Investigates Body Found Near Acadiana Park
Lafayette Police have reported the discovery of a male corpse near Acadiana Park.
Suspect Arrested In Duson Murder Investigation
An initial report led investigators to believe the victim committed suicide.