Have you ever visited this roadside shrine known as ‘Tree of Soles’ in Lafayette...
Just about every kind of shoe can be seen hanging from the branches and trunk of the "Tree of Soles," a Lafayette Parish landmark where people come to bare their souls and leave behind their soles. This unique roadside shrine is found off Cocodril Road, between Scott and Duson. Locals...
International Rice Festival Reveals 2025 Music Lineup
From 90s country hits to local talent, the lineup at this year's festival promises something for every music lover in town.
Family seeks truth after teen’s tragic accident
The family of Da'Marion LaGrange, a 16-year-old from Breaux Bridge, is seeking justice after he was killed in a hit-and-run, and the family claims the information released by state police regarding his death was inaccurate.
Church Point woman with mental illness arrested after allegedly attacking people with dull machete
CHURCH POINT, La. (NEWS 15) — A woman with a history of mental illness caused chaos in Church Point when she wielded a machete and threatened people, according to the Church Point Police Department. Sally Ann Chavis, 45, of Church Point, is charged with aggravated assault with a weapon,...
Louisiana’s School‑Zone Speed Fines You Can’t Ignore
(KPEL News) - Louisiana drivers need to remember to slow down when out and about driving, as no doubt, law enforcement officials are going to be looking for the person who ignores school zones. For one thing, did you know that Louisiana law sets the standard for school zone speed...
Opelousas police arrest Jarlen Richard for drive-by shooting
Jarlen Richard, 21, was arrested by Opelousas Police Department for a drive-by shooting at Jefferson Street and Oak Street, facing charges of assault by drive-by shooting and three counts of attempted first-degree murder.
University of Louisiana System settles federal lawsuit involving alleged serial rapist
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The University of Louisiana System settled a federal Title IX lawsuit involving a former student described as an alleged serial rapist. The case brought national attention to UL and other state schools. Administrators faced accusations of negligence for allowing the student, Daniel Silva,...
Church Point Man Dies in Head-On Collision Over the Weekend
A tragic afternoon on Louisiana Highway 358 leaves a community reeling. A reminder of the importance of seatbelts comes starkly into focus today.
Festivals Acadiens et Créoles marks 50 years with Cajun legends
Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, the largest Cajun and Zydeco music festival, will celebrate its 50th anniversary on October 10-12, 2025, with performances by legendary and emerging artists, including Zachary Richard, Rusty Metoyer & the Zydeco Crush, Rockin' Dopsie, Wayne Toups, Four Horses, Beau Cheval, and Les Amis...
Lafayette High School unveils new campus and traffic plan
Lafayette High School has released a detailed traffic plan to ensure a safe start to the school year, with specific routes for buses, parents, and students to follow when entering the new campus.