I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Lafayette CAO Beth Guidry Resigns From Guillory Administration
The shake-up comes exactly one week into the Guillory administration.
Witness: Armed Male Seen In Downtown Lafayette Parking Garage
It's happening now near the intersection of Vermilion and Jefferson Streets.
Rep. Schexnayder Elected As Louisiana Speaker of The House
He beat fellow nominee Republican Rep. Sherman Mack by a vote of 60-45.
Storms Leave Thousands in Louisiana Without Power
Currently, 36,000 customers are without power including approximately 1,000 in Lafayette.
NCAA Softball Coming to Youngsville for Mardi Gras Tournament
Players from several teams will be riding in the Youngsville parade.
Officials: Iran Mistakenly Shot Down Ukrainian Passenger Plane
Ukrainian officials said they are investigating several theories to explain the crash.
Bunkie Man Dies After Shooting at Outdoor Concert in Opelousas
Investigators are asking for the public's help finding the shooter.
Lafayette PD Makes Two More Arrests In Friendship Shooting Investigation
The 18-year-old men were charged with attempted first-degree murder.
Lafayette Mayor-President Inauguration Will Be Open To The Public
The ceremony will be held in the main auditorium of the Heymann Performing Arts Center.
Georgia Man Charged In Grand Coteau Officer Shooting
Michael Dewayne Lucas of Forsyth, Georgia allegedly shot Officer Kiara Harris.
Fireworks To Blame For Early Morning Fire In Scott
Hot fireworks were put in a trashcan near the side of the home.
President Trump Officially Impeached By The House
The party line vote came after more than 10 hours of debate.
Lafayette Police Chief: Guillory Asked For My Resignation
The only avenue for termination would be a violation of at least one of 15 specific regulations laid out in state law.
FoodNet Food For Families Drive Underway Across Acadiana
Helping people dealing with food insecurity in the spirit of holidays.
HOT TOPIC: Is ‘Laffy’ Acceptable Shorthand For Lafayette?
It appears to have started with an innocent question about yesterday's Christmas parade.
Downtown Lafayette Christmas Tree Lighting Set For Friday
Pine Leaf Boys and Keith Frank headline. Gates open at 5 pm and the music goes until 9 pm.
AP Sources: Kamala Harris To End Presidential Campaign
She had once been considered a front-runner in the crowded Democratic field.
Guillory Names Beth Guidry As LCG Chief Administrative Officer
Guidry is the current Economic Development Officer in Broussard and a graduate of UL Lafayette.
Chemical Plant Explosion Near LA/TX Border Rocks Residents [Video]
The powerful blast blew out the windows of homes and sent a chemical plume blowing over neighborhoods.
Creation Of New Lafayette Taxing Districts Advanced By Council
The measure, brought by Mayor-President Joel Robideaux, was approved 7-2 by the council. Lafayette City-Parish Councilwoman Liz Webb Hebert discusses the vote.