Local Community Mourns Loss of Beloved Lafayette Patrol Deputy
Our local community is shocked, saddened, and hurting after the sudden death of a Lafayette law enforcement officer.
r.i.p.
Jamie Bergeron Pays Tribute to His Late Mom in the Sweetest Way
Over the weekend, our friend Jamie Bergeron experienced a terrible loss in his family as his sweet mom Sapha passed away.
Texas High School Student Dies After Fishing Tournament Weigh-In
Sad news from this past weekend as a Texas high school student died after participating in a weekend fishing tournament.
Former Lafayette Mayor Dies at 94
William Dudley Lastrapes Jr. served as the Mayor of Lafayette from 1980-1992, serving three consecutive terms.
Longtime Lafayette City Marshal Earl 'Nickey' Picard Has Died
According to a statement from the Lafayette City Marshal's Office, Picard passed away peacefully at his residence.
Two-Time ‘Survivor’ Contestant and Louisiana Native Keith Nale Dead at 62 After Battle With Cancer
Two-time Survivor contestant and Louisiana native Keith Nale died on Tuesday after a battle with cancer. He was 62 years old.
New Orleans Vacuum Cleaner Entrepreneur David Oreck Dies at 99
His death came after a brief illness, according to his wife, Jan.
Huey ‘Piano’ Smith, New Orleans R&B Legend and Rock ‘n’ Roll Pioneer, Dead at 89
Acquelyn Donsereaux, Smith's daughter, confirmed that her father died in his sleep on Tuesday at his home in Baton Rouge.
Mike Leach, Mississippi State Football Coach, Dies at 61
The legendary coach was beloved across the college football world.
New Orleans Area Priest Dies in Freak Woodworking Accident
Rev. James "Jimmy" Jeanfreau Jr., a pastor at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, sustained traumatic injuries while working with a lathe.
Red Dirt Country Artist Jake Flint Has Died
The singer's tragic death came just hours after he got married.
KFC Magnate John Y. Brown Jr. Dead at 88: He ‘Dreamed the Impossible Dream’
"He was a true Kentucky original."
Jason David Frank, ‘Power Rangers’ Star, Dies at 49
Frank played the original Green and White Rangers on the ’90s favorite.
UL Icon and Former First Gentleman, Raymond Blanco, Dies at 87
The former First Gentleman of Louisiana is remembered for his service at the University of Louisiana and his support of his wife's political career.
Longtime ‘Hee Haw,’ Grand Ole Opry Pianist Jerry Whitehurst Dead at 84
His list of credits is extraordinary.
Willie Spence, Season 19 ‘American Idol’ Runner-Up, Dead at 23
The 23-year-old was runner-up to Chayce Beckham during Season 19 of the ABC reality show in 2021.
One Dead, Another Injured After Boat Capsized in Lake Pontchartrain
After a three-hour search, agents would recover the body of 72-year-old Ricky Hodgson around 9:30 am.
Mother of Former Governor Kathleen Blanco Passes Away
Lucille Babineaux was 102.
‘The Voice’ Singer Nolan Neal Dead at 41
Nolan Neal first came into the American spotlight during Season 11 of The Voice (2016) when he won a spot on Adam Levine's team.
