Lafayette LA

Opelousas police arrested two men, including a convicted felon on bond, for possession of a firearm and illegal drugs after a tip from the public led to a narcotics investigation.

Bradley James Lewis Jr. is being sought by law enforcement in connection to an armed robbery in Iberia Parish and is considered armed and dangerous.

One of the most anticipated festivals of the year is heading to the small Louisiana town of Rayne this weekend for a big weekend filled with live music, Louisiana food, music, and culture, and a good time to be had by all. Rayne, Louisiana, is known as the Frog Capital...

It's almost time to celebrate high school and college graduates in Lafayette Parish. Most graduations will be held at the Cajundome. Anyone attending ceremonies there will need to adhere to a clear-bag policy. Parking will be at Cajun Field. Here are the graduation times and dates for Lafayette Parish:. Lafayette...

Residents in New Iberia are growing increasingly frustrated with persistent flooding in their neighborhood. They are calling on city officials to address the drainage issues. Homeowners near a local coulee have experienced significant flooding multiple times over the past few years. In response, they invited Mayor...

It's almost time for another commencement exercise for the various public high schools in Lafayette, Louisiana, and we have all the essential information you need. Graduations will take place from May 15 through May 21. A Message From Superintendent Francis Touchet. When asked about what he hopes for the class...

Ascension Episcopal School has appointed an interim head of school for the upcoming academic year. Sarah Davenport, who has spent the last four years as the head of Ascension's upper school, will move into the interim role for the 2025-2026 school year. “Her experience, vision, and connection to our community...

Northshore’s Justin Lotz has only been playing golf for about five years, but the sophomore showed that his future in the sport is bright. Lotz finished second at the LHSAA Division I state golf championship at The Wetlands Golf Course in Lafayette on May 6. “I felt pretty good,”...

A look at news making headlines in your parish for Thursday, May 8, 2025. If you have a news tip or know of an upcoming event that you think we should cover, email us at [email protected].

Lafayette police were prepared for potential flooding in case of heavy rainfall, placing barricades in known flood areas and having a high-water rescue team on standby.