Foggy Nights/Mornings & Warmer Than Normal Temperatures…
It will be a warm week of weather with highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows in the mid to upper 50s. Fog will be possible each night and it may be dense. Rain chances will be very low. It will be a warm weekend with highs in the mid to upper 70s. We will see a small chance of rain Sunday as a cold front moves...
Vermilion Parish hosts fallen officers’ memorial service
ABBEVILLE, La. (KLFY) — The Abbeville Police Department hosted a Law Enforcement Memorial to honor fallen officers from agencies across Vermilion Parish. The ceremony included representatives from multiple police departments, fire departments, the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office, city officials and residents from...
Christmas Pay it Forward to a single mother
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)– A woman pays it forward to a single mother received a $2,500 Christmas shopping spree for their family. Bob Giles with Giles Automotive allows someone in Acadiana to “Pay it Forward” each month, by surprising a stranger with an envelope of cash and the chance to give it to someone they know.
Last-Minute Local: New Iberia’s guide to stress-free holiday shopping
The countdown is on—Christmas is just days away, and if your gift list isn’t quite finished, don’t panic. New Iberia’s local businesses have you covered with thoughtful, ready-to-go gifts you can pick up today. Shopping locally isn’t just about convenience; it’s about supporting neighbors, artisans, and...
Investigation Underway After Fatal St. Landry Parish Collision
(KPEL News) - Officials with the Louisiana State Police say that a man injured in a crash on December 18 eventually succumbed to his injuries and died at an area hospital. Trooper Monique Laverne with the Public Affairs Section of the Louisiana State Police says the man from Basile was involved in a crash that...
FBI, Attorney General address arrest of former Marine accused of threatening ICE officers in...
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Last week, a New Iberia man was booked with threatening ICE officers. Michael Legnon, 28, was arrested on Highway 90 en route to New Orleans. Authorities say that he had tactical gear in his car and that he is part of a self-described radical faction of a group called the Turtle Island Liberation...
Lafayette Holiday Transit and Garbage Schedule
Lafayette has announced changes to garbage pickup, public transit, and city offices for Christmas and New Year’s week.
Veal piccata, chicken shawarma and more best things we ate this week in Baton...
Chicken shawarma plate and crepe from Starbox Falafel. I'm a sucker for chicken shawarma, and this spot down South Sherwood Forest Boulevard not only has great food, but my plate came packed with heaping portions. The chicken shawarma plate comes with pita bread and a choice of three sides. I...
Man shot in Opelousas dies as police continue searching for a second suspect
The victim in the shooting at the intersection of Market Street and Church Street has succumbed to their injuries. According to investigators with the Opelousas Police Department, the victim passed away at approximately 4:52 p.m. Dominique Trotter has been arrested and charged in connection with this investigation....
Give us mega projects that Lafayette actually wants
Lafayette’s recent mayor-presidents have had a bad habit of pursuing mega projects that the public didn’t ask for, resulting in a lot of them failing to get off the ground. Like when Joel Robideaux tried to sell LUS and LUS Fiber. Or when he attempted to launch a...

















