Slight drier weather leading to hot temperatures and low rain chances
After showers and thunderstorms rolled through the area, a weak dry air front will bring slightly lower humidity to the area overnight, with temperatures settling in the low and mid 70s, and a few coastal showers and thunderstorms possible on Sunday.
Hot Week with Scattered Storms
We're kicking off the week with pleasant conditions, especially if you're looking to get outside and enjoy your Sunday. We're seeing a nice mix of sunshine and clouds today, and thankfully, some drier air is moving in, which means lower rain chances and less humidity. For today, we're expecting high temperatures to...
Heather Drive in Opelousas closing for bridge repairs
The City of Opelousas announced that Heather Drive will be closed starting Monday, August 4, for crucial bridge repairs. The project, backed by the Opelousas City Council and funded by the State of Louisiana, has the support of Rep. Dustin Miller and Sen. Gerald Boudreaux. “These repairs are necessary to ensure the...
Transitional housing project breaks ground in Opelousas
A new housing development called The Rig is set to rise in Opelousas, thanks to a $2 million grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas). The grant, part of the Affordable Housing Program (AHP), was awarded through Catalyst Bank. The Refinery Mission will provide and oversee all on-site services at...
Man wanted for New Iberia murder surrenders to police
The man wanted for a deadly shooting in New Iberia is now in police custody. The New Iberia Police Department reported Jahari Allen Jr., 24, turned himself in on Friday, August 1. He has been booked into the Iberia Parish Jail on a charge of second-degree murder. The Iberia Parish Coroner's Office identified the...
Church Point driver killed in St. Landry Parish crash
A fatal crash in St. Landry Parish claimed the life of a 38-year-old Church Point driver, Alex Chavis, after their Kia Optima crossed the centerline and struck an oncoming Dodge Ram.
Truck driver killed in Louisiana crash involving 2 semi trucks
VILLE PLATTE, La. — A Louisiana trucker is dead after a crash with another semi truck. Louisiana State Police responded shortly after 11 a.m. and are investigating the two-vehicle fatality crash on Interstate 49 just south of its intersection with Louisiana Highway 29. The crash claimed the life of...
Volunteer opportunities for Acadiana, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport/Bossier
Louisiana Inspired highlights volunteer opportunities across south Louisiana and the Shreveport/Bossier City area. If your organization has specific volunteer opportunities, email us at [email protected] with details on the volunteer opportunity, organization and the contact/registration information...
Hot temperatures but slightly drier air around Sunday
Slightly drier air has moved in, leading to dewpoints closer to the 70 degree mark and temperatures reaching the mid 90s, with a possible shower or storm along the coast, and an area of low pressure in the Atlantic being monitored for development into a named system.
Community members connect with first responders at Church Point event
Church Point hosted its first-ever First Responders Day at Depot Park, featuring games, giveaways, and a splash pad to help build trust between the community and local emergency services.
