Acadiana News

A Thursday evening single-vehicle crash in Vermilion Parish took the life of a Lafayette man, Louisiana State Police have confirmed.

The state fire marshal modified the burn ban earlier this week. But Lafayette Parish will not be taking part in those modifications.

Lafayette and Acadiana natives (AKA Cajuns) take our culture very seriously. If you visit, please understand that the following ten actions will offend our sensibilities!

In his notice of veto, Guillory argued that a tax hike should be up to Lafayette citizens.

Election Day is October 14 in Louisiana, and you have an opportunity to make $200 as an Election Commissioner.

However, a hearing for a permanent injunction has been scheduled for next week over the Lafayette Mayor-President's claims.

The filing is the latest drama in an increasingly toughening Mayor-President race in Lafayette.

Some Lafayette residents are getting phone calls telling from someone claiming to be from local law enforcement, and it's come to the attention of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office.

The police department in Lockport, Louisiana, are asking for the public's help in finding the vandals responsible for decapitating a statue of Jesus Christ. Priest encourages parishioners to forgive.

The hazmat technicians have stabilized a chemical solution that was producing orange smoke at a Lafayette business Thursday afternoon.

The Lafayette Fire Department Hazmat Team is currently investigating a hazardous materials issue on Cameron Street in Lafayette.

If you'd like to buy or sell beer in Lafayette early on Sundays, you can now. The Lafayette City and Parish Councils approved the joint ordinance to allow the sale or purchase of low-content alcohol at the September 19 meeting.

The school, located on the north side of Lafayette, was evacuated Thursday morning while law enforcement searched the campus.

The Louisiana National Guard's 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team "Wolfhound" Company based in Lafayette welcomed a new commander earlier this week.

Mayor-President Josh Guillory blasted the poll results on social media, tying the firm behind the poll to one of his opponents.

Louisiana falls into the top ten of two recently released employment lists, and it's not all bad!

The Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office is working with local emergency responders to put out a fire that has gotten out of control in Erath.

Louisiana Citizens Fair Plan policyholders may be eligible for a grant of up to $10,000 under the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program (LFHP). The program is designed to help homeowners repair or replace their roofs to withstand hurricane-force winds and possibly save on insurance costs.

Acadiana shoppers head to the Cajundome Convention Center in Lafayette this weekend for the 2023 Tinsel and Treasures to peruse the offerings of 135 vendors. Whether you want to shop around or enjoy the additional events, we've got all the information and links you need for a wonderful experience.

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