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
Downtown Lafayette Shooting Leaves Five People Wounded
Shots were fired in the 400 block of Jefferson Street. No arrests have been made.
Arrests Made After Protesters Dismantle Statue, Throw It Into MS River
Cantrell's statement went on to say, "The City of New Orleans rejects vandalism and the destruction of City property. It is unlawful."
LDH: June 13th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Saturday, June 13th.
Edwards Vetoes Tort Reform Bill Aimed At Lowering Car Insurance Rates
The announcement was made late Friday along with several other vetoes.
UPDATE: I-10 Near Henderson Reopens
Trooper Thomas Gossen tell KPEL News that all lanes of I-10 are now open as crews have completed the work on the power lines.
UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Northside Of Lafayette
A pipe located north of I-10 in a vacant area near Louisiana Avenue broke early Sunday morning resulting in a loss of water pressure."
LIST: Top 10 Deadliest Hurricanes To Strike Louisiana
A National Weather Service report recaps the lives claimed by hurricanes in our state.
Guillory: $5,000 In Rental Fees Waived For Heymann Center Recitals
Guillory says there are 21 events planned in the coming weeks.
Lafayette Live: Tropical Storm Threats, Peaceful Demonstrations
Ask your question live every week by calling (337) 232-1542.
LCG Urges Residents To Prepare As TS Cristobal Forms In The Gulf
Getting sandbags and preparing supplies are two things that can be done now.
8 Things You Touch All Day That Need To Be Sanitized
You may think twice before putting your cell phone up to your face today.
LDH: May 25th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Monday, May 25th.
Majority of St. Landry COVID-19 Deaths Come from One Nursing Home
At least 34 of the 52 deaths reported in the parish come from an Arnaudville facility.
SpaceX’s 1st Astronaut Launch Breaking New Ground for Style
NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken like the fresh new look. They’ll catch a ride to the launch pad in a Tesla Model X electric car.
Louisiana Trooper Dies From His Injuries After Police Pursuit
Trooper George Baker was assisting Hammond Police who were chasing a suspect in the early-morning hours of May 20th.
LDH: May 24th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Sunday, May 24th.
LDH: May 23rd Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Saturday, May 23rd.
19 Named Storms Predicted In ‘Above-Normal’ Hurricane Season
Hurricane season starts on June 1st and runs through the end of November.
Eat Lafayette Returns with a Brand-New Incentive for Restaurants
The 16th annual event aims to bring big business to Lafayette's locally-owned restaurants.
Mercedes-Benz Move Leaves Superdome Naming Rights Up for Grabs
The company has held the naming rights for the last ten years.