I'm just an average man with an average life. Oh, wait. That's already been used in a song. Anyway, I'm a Lafayette native, graduate of Beau Chêne High School and Princeton University, and a lifelong (mostly suffering) New Orleans Saints fan. Growing up, I wanted to be the world heavyweight champion. I've at least attained heavyweight status. I've been told that if I were a wrestler, I'd be called the "Hot Mess Express."
Ian Auzenne
It’s Official: Tom Brady Is Retiring
The quarterback is leaving pro football after 22 years.
COMMENTARY: Lafayette Native Checks Boxes to Be Next Supreme Court Justice
President Biden should begin and end his search with Judge Nannette Jolivette Brown.
Local Civil Rights Leader Fred Prejean Dies
He spent his life fighting for racial equity for everyone in his hometown and state.
Governor Kept Mum Amid Conflicting Accounts of Deadly Arrest
Edwards was notified of the circumstances of Ronald Greene’s death within hours of his deadly May 2019 arrest.
Community Helps Ramsie Baumgardner’s Family after Deadly Crash
A business and a fraternity have stepped up and are hosting fundraisers.
Pittsburgh Bridge Collapses, Human Chain Formed to Rescue Victims
The collapse happened hours before President Biden was to speak in Pittsburgh about infrastructure needs.
An Open Letter to Sean Payton: Thank You, and Good Luck
Until we do meet again, we thank you for all you've done.
State Police: Tank Containing Hazardous Chemical Explodes at Westlake Plant
Nearby schools are now under shelter-in-place orders.
One Dead in Church Point Fire
The State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating.
Online Sports Betting Goes Live on Friday
You'll be able to place bets via your mobile device in 56 parishes.
Lafayette PD: Two Wounded in Two Shootings Within Two Hours
Both shootings happened during armed robberies.
Teacher Pay Raises: Where’s the Money Coming From?
Louisiana's recent glut of cash will fund the raises.
Updates: New Details Emerge About Lafayette Officer-Involved Shootings
One person is now in custody in connection with one of the incidents.
Troopers Investigating Two Lafayette Police-Involved Shootings
One of the shootings left a person dead. The other left another in the hospital.
North Vermilion Student, Carencro Man Killed in Head-On Crash
A Maurice family is now without their daughter. A Carencro girl is now without her father.
Interim Lafayette Police Chief Wayne Griffin Fired
The move comes four months after his appointment and after a sexual harassment investigation.
The Week in Review: Recapping Acadiana’s Biggest Stories, January 17-22
A brand new airport opened, a state official announces his run for governor, and several big celebrity deaths are all part of this week's Top 10 recap.
Commentary: Forget Virtual Classes, Give Students “Sneaux Day” Off
On a day like this, school systems are better served to give students the day off.
Changing Channels: Former KATC Reporter Returns to Louisiana
A Lafayette meteorologist also celebrates his anniversary on the air.
Reports: Schroder Announces Run for Governor
The state treasurer is the first Republican to announce his candidacy for the 2023 race.