Lafayette Parish Superintendent Irma Trosclair to Step Down
Citing a desire to spend time with family, Trosclair will step down effective July 20.
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2023 July 4th Celebrations & Fireworks Displays in Acadiana
We are just a few days away from Independence Day 2023 and if you and the family will be in town, there's a good chance you'll want to get out and celebrate the holiday.
8 Pools You Can Rent Right Now in the Lafayette Area
It's like AirBnB, but just for the pool (and in most cases a restroom and the patio area, etc.)
WWE Never Mentions Lafayette in Smackdown Broadcast From Cajundome
The WWE did their LIVE television show, Friday Night Smackdown, from the Cajundome and they never referenced Lafayette in the broadcast.
Lafayette Fire Department Responds to Fire at Lowe’s Store
The Lafayette Fire Department responded to a fire at the Lowe's store on Ambassador Caffery Thursday.
Road Buckles in Iberia Parish, Exit Ramp Closed Off of Hwy 90
Another road in South Louisiana has buckled, thus forcing a closure off of Hwy 90.
Stretch of Verot School Re-Surfacing Starting Today, Expect Delays
The section of Verot School Road getting a new overlay will run between Highway 90 and Bolton Street (near Pinhook Road).
Don’t Put These 7 Things in Trash as They Can Cause Fire in Garbage Trucks
You might not ever think about it, but things we put in the trash can cause a fire.
Man Arrested for Allegedly Illegal Dumping in Lafayette
An arrest has been made in the case of someone illegally dumping debris at Rotary Point in Lafayette.
Gulfport, Mississippi Man Second Suspect Arrested in Lafayette, Louisiana Homicide
UPDATED STORY (Wednesday, June 21, 2023) LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A second arrest has been made in a homicide case involving a Lafayette victim, a suspect captured in Harrison County, and now a second suspect identified as being of Gulfport, Mississippi.
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3 Peas in a Pod Cajun Restaurant in Mire Announces Closure
The owner took to her restaurant's Facebook page to make the announcement.
Lafayette is Getting a Denny’s, to be Located Near New Topgolf
We'll take a Grand Slam, please!
St. Martinville Man Arrested in Child Predator Sting in Lafayette
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Many times, child predators will drive great lengths to meet up with juveniles who they think they can take advantage of.
One case that comes to mind recently was when an Egan man allegedly drove 230 miles to Oak Grove to allegedly have sex with who he thought was a 13-year-old girl...
Two Dead Following Monday Night Shooting in Lafayette
The victims have been identified as Denzel Smith, 21, of Lafayette, and Codie Laday, 22, of Lafayette.
Here’s Why You Want to Be in Louisiana If Aliens Invade Earth
If aliens ever decide to make a visit to Earth you may want to be in Louisiana.
Man Arrested Following Father's Day Shooting in Lafayette
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A Lafayette man has been charged with Attempted First Degree Murder following a shooting Father's Day afternoon.
According to a press release, Lafayette Police say officers were called to the 100 block of Vieux Orleans Circle around 2:30 p...
Johnston Street Traffic Closures Coming for Upcoming Week
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - As one traffic project closes on Johnston Street in Lafayette, another continues for the upcoming week.
On Thursday night, an asphalt blow-up caused an emergency closure on Johnston Street near Arnold Boulevard...
Johnston Street in Lafayette Re-Opens After Asphalt Blow-up
LADOTD worked the scene overnight and into the day on Friday, clearing the buckle and laying new asphalt.
Lafayette, South Louisiana Under Heat Advisory Through the Evening
The National Weather Service is warning residents that it's not just hot - it's dangerously hot.
Hurricane Center Monitoring Atlantic for Potential Tropical Wave
The National Hurricane Center is reportedly monitoring an area in the Atlantic Ocean where there could be tropical development in the days ahead.