This Louisiana cafeteria started in WW2. How has Piccadilly weathered the decades?
Everyone remembers that one restaurant that was the perfect place for the whole family to visit after church, ball games or shopping where everyone — from grandma on down — could find their favorite food. For many in the South, that restaurant is Piccadilly. For generations, the Louisiana-based,...
New Iberia man wanted after police search his home
Brock Mitchell, 46, is wanted on drug and gun charges after a search of his home on Monday, authorities said.
Franklin man wanted for shooting there 4 months ago arrested in Lafayette
FRANKLIN, La. (NEWS 15) — A months-long investigation into a report of shots fired in Franklin has resulted in the arrest of a second suspect in Lafayette. The Franklin Police Department reported Tate Foco, 19, of Franklin, was taken into custody on Wednesday, July 16, with help from the Lafayette Police Department.
Rayne nursing home evacuated Wednesday due to bomb threat
Rayne Police responded just before 8 p.m. Wednesday to a report of an anonymous bomb threat called into The Ellington of Rayne on Amelia Street.
Twin Peaks in Lafayette set to close on July 27
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A popular sports bar and restaurant is set to close its doors soon. Twin Peaks in Lafayette announced it will shut down on July 27. A note posted at the entrance thanked customers for their support over the years. There are rumors swirling that...
New Orleans’ city buildings close as heavy rain moves in
Rainfall rates could reach 3 to 4 inches per hour.
Heavy rains, potential flooding to hit Acadiana
Heavy rains are expected across South Louisiana in the coming days, with forecasters expecting especially heavy rainfall southeast of Lafayette and down toward Morgan City and Pecan Island. “It’s that area that could receive the most rainfall out of this,” Doug Cramer, warning coordination meteorologist with the...
Trooper involved in serious injury crash in Opelousas
A Louisiana State Police trooper was injured in a crash in Opelousas while investigating a prior crash, and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
A New Lounge Is Coming to 4509 Johnston St
The rumors about the old Plaza Theatre are true... kind of. A new lounge is coming to 4509 Johnston Street, and while we can’t reveal it all just yet, trust us—it’s one worth watching.
Carencro man found guilty of murder in 7-year-old’s death from fentanyl
A Lafayette Parish jury found a man guilty of murder after a 7-year-old girl died from fentanyl. District Attorney Don Landry said Daniel Boudreaux Jr., 51, was convicted of second-degree murder, second-degree cruelty to a juvenile, and possession with intent to distribute. The verdict was returned on Monday, July...