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OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — A Basile man is dead after a two-vehicle crash in St. Landry Parish, according to Louisiana State Police. Troopers identified the driver killed in the wreck as Larry Guidry, 84, of Basile. They reported the collision happened on US 190 near Lee Street, which...

The former coach of LSU and Alabama explains why one particular stadium is a little more difficult to win in than other SEC stadiums.

KAPLAN, La. — A major economic development project has been announced for the City of Kaplan with plans for a new 144,000-square-foot soybean processing facility to be located at what is known as the former Garan Manufacturing facility. The new tenant, Soja Foods, LLC, will repurpose the long-standing industrial...

Youngsville, LA – The Youngsville Historical Society is celebrating the success of its recent Golf Cart Raffle, an exciting community raffle that brought residents together in support of preserving and sharing Youngsville’s rich history. The lucky winner of the raffle was Kit Viator, who took home a brand-new...

The Marine Corps League Acadiana Detachment has been named the Glenn Armentor Non-Profit of the Month. The organization is dedicated to supporting veterans and engaging in community service, with events like "Toys for Tots." The league's leaders shared that a $500 donation will significantly benefit their efforts.

Finding hope after tragedy: A mother honors her daughter’s memory, Sports Reporter Carley McCord, by helping others cope through holidays

EUNICE, La. -- Former Lafayette Fire Chief Robert P. Benoit, one of Louisiana’s most respected public safety leaders, served as the keynote speaker for the LSUE Fall Commencement Ceremony. Mr. Benoit brought more than four decades of distinguished service, leadership, and community impact to the graduation stage. LSU...

LAFAYETTE, La. -- The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office announced the graduation of Acadiana Law Enforcement Training Academy Class 178. This class had 22 cadets graduating who will go on to serve with the following agencies:. Abbeville Police Department. Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office. Broussard Police Department....

LAFAYETTE, La. -- The University of Louisiana conferred 1,085 degrees during Fall 2025 Commencement ceremonies Friday, Dec. 19, at the CajunDome. The total includes 780 bachelor’s degrees, 280 master’s degrees, 23 doctoral degrees and two graduate certificates. Graduates represented 47 Louisiana parishes, 28 states...

A woman is hospitalized after a shooting, according to the Rayne Police Department. Authorities said it happened on Chappuis Avenue, right off West Harrop Street in Rayne, on Wednesday, December 17, around 8 p.m. They added the victim was found inside the home with a single gunshot wound to her stomach.