Man found dead in St. Landry Parish identified by family
The St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office deputies are on the scene of a death investigation in the Washington area.
Town of Erath without power for electrical system upgrades
ERATH, La. (NEWS 15) — Erath residents should expect to be without power for most of the day. The Town of Erath is performing essential maintenance on its electrical system as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades. The outage started between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. and is expected to...
Multiple events happening Downtown Lafayette this weekend
From live music and cultural connection to wellness, art, and a brunch experience, this upcoming weekend offers multiple ways for residents and visitors to gather downtown.
Major I-49 Project to Impact Louisiana Drivers
I-49 construction in Lafayette will bring lane closures and delays through 2027. Drivers should expect traffic disruptions.
Jeff Davis working on animal shelter ordinance
Jeff Davis Parish is moving closer to implementing its first parish-wide animal shelter ordinance as officials prepare for the opening of the new $2.1 million facility. “We have to have […]
Trio arrested after armed robbery at Lafayette business
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Three people were arrested after an armed robbery at a business, according to the Lafayette Police Department. Cortez James, 30, of Lafayette, is charged with armed robbery and contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile. Jessica Bush, 39, of Lafayette, is charged with principal...
Dunkin’ Donuts grand opening in Lafayette: Giveaways & ribbon cut
LAFAYETTE, LA. (KLFY) — A new locally owned and operated Dunkin’ Donuts will be hosting a grand opening in Lafayette this weekend and will have a giveaway for the first 100 customers. Located at 3546 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, the new restaurant will hosts its grand opening celebration on Saturday,...
5 people displaced by accidental Lafayette apartment fire believed started by candle
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Five people are without a home after an apartment fire, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. Firefighters reported it happened on Failla Road near La Neuville Road on Tuesday, April 7, around 3:15 p.m. They said the woman living in the apartment told them...
Lafayette Proposes Ordinance to Jail or Fine Homeless
A proposed ordinance in Lafayette is drawing strong reactions from both city leaders and advocates as it aims to criminalize homelessness in The Hub City.
LPSS Audit Crisis: State Funds at Risk After Deadline Missed
Auditors say they couldn't determine LPSS's financial condition. Now the school board has missed its audit deadline and state funds may be withheld.
