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
Morgan City PD Arrests Three Trying to Pass Off Phony Bills
Police suspect counterfeit money was distributed from New Orleans to Houston.
Search Continues For Deridder Drowning Victim
Witnesses told authorities 28-year-old Shannon Godfrey was playing kickball with family members when he jumped in the water of the Old River to retrieve the ball.
Thunderstorms Causing Power Outages In Acadiana
Power provider reporting power losses in Evangeline, St. Landry and St. Martin Parishes.
Independence Day Events Being Held All Around Acadiana
There are plenty of activities for you and your family to participate in this Independence Day.
Our news partner KATC has put together this list chock full of events that are going on today and tomorrow.
JULY 4 -- 25TH ANNUAL LEBEAU CATHOLIC CHURCH ZYDECO FEST
The 25th Annual Lebeau Catholic Church Zydeco Fest will be held on July 4th from 10 am to 10 pm at the Immaculate Conception Church Grounds
Lafayette Parish Daily Arrests Report
The following individuals were booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center on July 3.
LPSS Superintendent Appoints New Principal At Lafayette High
A veteran educator and a UL Lafayette grad, Donald Thornton Jr., Ph.D., is leaving his post as principal at Lafayette Middle, but he's not moving far.
Man Arrested After Racking Up $40,000 In Overdue Child Support
Breaux arrested with some help from the public through social media posting.
Baldwin Teen Arrested For Indecent Behavior With Trio Of 6-Year-Olds
The alleged misconduct began when the Sheriff's Office received complaints of indecent behavior and molestation in April.
Ninth Suspect Arrested In Lake Arthur Murder
Sierra White was booked Friday as a principal to both second-degree murder and armed robbery.
Crews Removing Power Lines From Bayou Amy Near Henderson
Work to remove power lines should be completed by Monday morning.
Teen Bitten By Shark On NC Outer Banks In Serious Condition
The shark attack was the second in as many days on the Outer Banks and the sixth in the past two weeks.
Lafayette Parish Arrests Report
This report contains the daily arrests for June 28, 2015.
State Police Reported Multiple Insurance Fraud Arrests This Month
Louisiana State Police report 12 arrests yielding more than $130,000 worth of insurance fraud.
Scott Police Officer Dismissed After Using Police Credit Card For Personal Use
Williams allegedly used police department gas card for more than $3,500 worth of gas for his and his wife's vehicles.
Lafayette Man Pleads Guilty To Possession Of A Stolen Firearm
Cordera Felix faces up to 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release and a $250,000 fine.
Vitter: Lafayette Airport To Receive $7 million
Vitter urged FAA to issue federal funds to Louisiana airports.
Scott Teens Burglarize School Because “We Were Bored.”
Pair of 17-year-old females booked in Lafayette Parish Jail.
Dealer & Buyer Arrested On Drug Charges After Failing To Use Turn Signal
Two women arrested in St. Mary Parish for illegal possession of prescription pills.
Two Fugitives Wanted for Drug Charges In Crowley
Crowley Police Detectives searching for Antonio Domino and Joseph Jackson.
Breaux Bridge PD Searching For Pair Of Shoplifters
Suspects wanted for Monday, June 22 shoplifting incident.