Lafayette LA

The Village of Parks council is introducing an ordinance to prohibit jake braking by eighteen-wheelers within the village due to noise complaints from homeowners, with violators facing up to a $400 fine.

St. Landry Parish officials have implemented new laws to enforce civil citations for littering, with the help of the Sheriff's Office and Crime Stoppers, to address the ongoing litter problem in the parish.

Two arrests have been made in connection with two separate shootings in Opelousas, Louisiana, with John Veal and Tyrek Allison facing multiple charges including attempted murder, aggravated criminal damage to property, and armed robbery.

DoorDash announced it is launching a nationwide emergency food response as the federal government shutdown is impacting food aid.

A new shopping experience for men and boys has arrived in town, and it’s bringing a fresh, Southern twist to local fashion. The Backward Hat, co-owned by Frankie and Dayna Provost, officially opened its doors on Oct. 4, 2025, offering a mancave-inspired boutique filled with casual, athletic, and business-casual...

If you could add one national chain or franchise to Acadiana's business landscape, which chain would that be? Nope, it's not another carwash or Mexican restaurant.

Camellia Crossing returns Nov. 26 with a 5K and 1-mile fun run on Camellia Boulevard to benefit local cancer support programs.

Lafayette road work alert: West Farrell Road closing for resurfacing from Kaliste Saloom to Settlers Trace for three weeks. Expect lane closures and detours.

Trick-or-treat times have been announced for various parishes in Acadiana, with most taking place on Halloween, October 31, from 6-8 p.m.

For today and tomorrow, we're looking at warm, pleasant conditions typical for this time of year, with highs reaching into the low 80s. We anticipate mainly sunny skies, making for a beautiful start to the work week. However, a cold front is on its way, expected to move through the area Tuesday into Wednesday.