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What Should You Do When You Hit a Deer in Louisiana?
In some states, it may be just fine to leave the scene after hitting a deer, and in other states, it actually may be considered a crime.
Local Businessman to Help Louisiana Woman Who Lost Everything
A loca businessman has stepped up to help a Carencro woman put her life back together.
Louisiana Powerball Results from Wednesday's Drawing Revealed
How much of the Powerball prize money did Louisiana lottery players win in last night's drawing? Here's what we know.
Report - These Are Louisiana's Best Public Elementary Schools
How do Louisiana's public elementary schools rank when compared to one another? One educational website has released its findings and here are the results.
Closures Set for Calcasieu River Bridge Near Louisiana-Texas Line
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPEL News) - There are a couple of bridges across south Louisiana that will be closed on Thursday as Department of Transportation and Development crews are scheduled to do important work on them.
The first bridge that we will mention is the Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles. As ...
Lafayette Natives Win Beyoncé’s $10,000 BeyGOOD Foundation Grants
Lafayette natives Terrence Jones and Arielle Brown have each been awarded a $10,000 grant from Beyoncé Knowles-Carter's BeyGOOD Foundation.
KATC Meteorologist Rob Perillo Claps Back at ‘False Cool Front'
By now you have probably heard the news, gumbo weather is on the way to Louisiana. Or so we thought. As much as we want to be excited and start getting our sweaters ready something tells us this might be too good to be true. Believe me, we desperately want this Louisiana summer to be far behind us but now all eyes are on Chief Meteorologist Rob Perillo after a Facebook post he made.
Student Allegedly Threatens to Blow Up Abbeville High School with Backpack Full of Bombs
ABBEVILLE, La. (KPEL News) - A 16-year-old boy was taken into custody after his alleged threats to kill certain students and bomb Abbeville High School were tracked down by detectives.
Abbeville Police say the call came in just before 9:00 p...
Louisiana Modifies Burn Ban: What That Means For You
The Louisiana State Fire Marshal is modifying the statewide burn ban. The specific modifications go into effect Friday.
Guillory Request for Restraining Order Denied by Lafayette Judge
However, a hearing for a permanent injunction has been scheduled for next week over the Lafayette Mayor-President's claims.
The Most Expensive Resale Ticket to See Beyonce in New Orleans
Out of curiosity, we Googled "Beyonce tickets New Orleans" and as soon as we clicked on the Ticketmaster website we were warned that the "resale ticket prices may exceed face value" and they weren't lying.
Weather Model Predicts First Strong Cold Front For Much of Louisiana
After a brutal summer for all of us in Louisiana, fall may soon be arriving.
Signs You Really Are a Ragin' Cajun Alum
More years ago than I care to count, I wrapped up my college career at our beloved university in Lafayette and became a Ragin' Cajun alum. Here are some surefire signs that you, too!
If Hurricanes Had Cajun Names, Here's What They Would Be
We came up with some real Cajun names of people we know and also some Cajun words we thought you might get a kick out of.
How Saltwater Intrusion in Louisiana Could Affect Home Appliances
Louisiana is facing an unprecedented amount of saltwater intrusion into freshwater systems, leaving folks worried about its impact on their homes in the impacted area.
Breaux Bridge Woman Makes Debut on Netflix Series 'Love is Blind'
Breaux Bridge, Louisiana native Renee Poche made her debut on season 5 of the popular Netflix show 'Love is Blind'.
Louisiana's Most Wanted Fugitives
Have you ever wondered who Louisiana's most wanted fugitives are? We have too, and we found out.
Sting and Flo Rida to Headline 2024 Endymion Extravaganza
The annual parade and grand spectacle will feature Grammy Award-winning artist Sting and celebrated hip-hop sensation Flo Rida as the headliners.
A New Game Show is Coming to Louisiana and You Could Be On It
There is a new game show heading to The Big Easy this fall and they are looking for contestants right now.
Louisiana's Six Largest Land Owners
Number 4 on this list might surprise you...