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Lafayette Charter Hearing Set For Next Week
The legal challenge to Lafayette Consolidated Government amending the City-Parish Government Charter via an ordinance will be heard next week in court.
LCG Sandbag Sites Open in Lafayette Parish
Lafayette Consolidated Government reminds you that there are two sandbag sites available to residents of Lafayette Parish.
Lafayette Police Looking To Crack Down On Juvenile Curfew Violations
As the school year has ended and summer is well on its way, the Lafayette Police Department will be focusing on juvenile curfew violations due to an increase in violent crimes, car burglaries and trespassing when curfew hours are in effect.
President Trump Approves Disaster Declaration For Louisiana
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that President Donald Trump has approved his request for a federal disaster declaration for the state of Louisiana’s flood fight, including some emergency protective measures.
Questions About Marcus Bruno’s Loans Persist
The LCG Legal Department requested earlier this year that HUD and the State Board of Ethics review the case to determine if any conflicts of interest exist.
Interim Director of LUS Fiber Named
Mayor-President Joel Robideaux has appointed Teles Fremin as Interim Director of LUS Fiber until a permanent Director is named.
Todd Starnes’ Daily Show Coming To Lafayette Airwaves
Starnes will fill the time slot long held by Laura Ingraham on TalkRadio960.
UHC Celebrates World Diabetes Day In Lafayette
Information on diagnosis, treatment and diabetes prevention measures were given out.
Fourth Tornado Touch Down Confirmed Near Iowa
The storm damaged two buildings just off Nick Martone Road near Iowa early Thursday morning.
Daytime Closures On I-10 Bridge In Lake Charles Ending
Motorists who use the I-10 bridge over the Calcasieu River in Lake Charles have been given some unexpected good news.
Gas Prices Down Across Louisiana And The Nation
Fuel prices in Louisiana continue to be some of the lowest in the nation.
Scott Police Arrest Man With Carload Of Stolen Power Tools
A sharp-eyed Scott Police Officer nabs a burglary suspect driving a stolen car.
LSU Warns Of Fake Alabama Game Tickets
The big game has spawned big ticket prices and that means fake ticket scams are popping up everywhere.
Les Miles Says LSU Can Beat ‘Bama
Les Miles likes LSU's chances against undefeated Alabama on Saturday night.
Louisiana Youth Football Team Takes Knee During Anthem
Parents and citizens of one Louisiana town are outraged at the encroachment of politics into youth sports.
Slap Bracelets Sold At Target Subject Of Nationwide Recall
There has been a laceration danger reported with this children's toy.
Severe Weather Likely Late Tonight And Early Thursday
Strong storms and possible tornadoes could move into Acadiana as trick-or-treating comes to a close this evening.
Amazon Work At Home Scam Reported In Acadiana
A work at home scam promising thousands of dollars in income has made an appearance in South Louisiana.
Little Shop Of Horrors Debuts Halloween Night In Lafayette
A sci-fi scary smash takes the stage Halloween night in Lafayette with the first of seven scheduled performances.
Lafayette Man Arrested In Officer-involved Shooting (UPDATED)
The person shot - 19-year-old Keion Bonner of Lafayette - has now been arrested and faces multiple charges.