1 victim hospitalized after fight at gathering in New Iberia leads to shooting
NEW IBERIA, La. (NEWS 15) — One person is hospitalized after a shooting at a gathering in New Iberia over the weekend, according to the New Iberia Police Department. Authorities said the victim was taken to a local hospital and later transferred to a Lafayette hospital. They added the victim is stable.
Costco Policy Change to Strictly Be Enforced in Louisiana
There is a reason so many Costco shoppers are being told to wait before they enter the store. Here's why.
Teen charged in social media threat against Port Barre High School
On the evening of September 1st, around 11:00 p.m., multiple parents of Port Barre High School students alerted the Port Barre Police Department to a threatening social media post circulating.
‘Ding Dong Ditch’ Prank Leads to Death
A teenager's life was cut short over a prank that many might think is harmless—it's a wake-up call for all of us.
Mostly dry Labor Day weather
Hot and mostly dry conditions are expected to continue through midweek with temperatures in the lower 90s and a chance of pop-up storms in the afternoon, before drier air moves in to bring sunnier days and less humid air by the end of the week.
New Iberia roads closing to be milled, reconstructed, and paved
Street improvements in New Iberia are set to begin on Tuesday, September 2. The roadways undergoing construction include Gajan Street, Dorothy Circle, Elliot Street, Seal Street, School Street, Peach Street, and Dogwood Avenue. Construction will take place weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some Saturdays included....
Cowboys stepping up a level
After a record-setting performance in their opener against an inferior foe, the Cowboys will step up a level this week as they prepare for Louisiana-Lafayette. McNeese State will take on the wounded Ragin’ Cajuns in Lafayette Saturday night, one week after ULL suffered an ugly 14-12 loss at the hands of Rice. The...
Opelousas council discusses budget and employee pay raises
The Opelousas City Council discussed concerns over the proposed budget, which would give municipal employees a 2.5% pay raise, but ultimately decided to delay the approval of the budget until further questions regarding spending and the budget are answered.
Covering Your Health: Louisiana Nursing Honor Guard of Acadiana Nightingale Ceremony
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Louisiana Nursing Honor Guard of Acadiana recently held a special Nightingale ceremony to honor two dedicated nurses from the area. The event celebrated the lives of those committed to the nursing profession. "The living tribute is that we pay honor and respect to...
Acadian Ambulance celebrates 54 years of lifesaving service
LAFAYETTE, LA --- On September 1, 2025, Acadian Ambulance, the nation's largest employee-owned ambulance service, will proudly celebrate its 54th anniversary. Since its founding in 1971, the company has grown from a small operation with two ambulances and eight medics to a multistate enterprise providing emergency...