First Solar study from UL Lafayette shows billions in U.S. impact
A new economic impact study conducted by researchers at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette shows that solar manufacturer First Solar Inc. is generating billions of dollars in economic activity across the United States — with implications for jobs, manufacturing growth and energy development in Louisiana. The...
Two Men in Evangeline Parish Allegedly Shot a Whooping Crane
When a rare whooping crane was found shot, it raised serious questions about wildlife protection in our community. The consequences for those involved could be more than just legal.
Safety concerns arise as Lafayette bar awaits permit vote
LAFAYETTE, LA. (KLFY) — The Lafayette City Council will discuss the approval of the permit for a new lounge and bar being opened in the downtown area tonight. The Lafayette City Council will vote on whether or not approve a conditional permit that would allow for bar to be opened in Downtown Lafayette at the next...
St. Landry Parish cockfighting ring busted; 1 arrested, 60 detained
Authorities have dismantled a major cockfighting ring in St. Landry Parish, arresting one man and detaining 60 others. The bust happened on Raider Road, where the illegal activity was allegedly taking place in the backyard of John Lachapelle, the accused ringleader. The St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office reported...
Sandbags Available in St. Landry Parish Today
Sandbags are available in Opelousas today as severe weather approaches Acadiana.
Lafayette Parish superintendent directs principals to display Ten Commandments in classrooms
Lafayette Parish schools are set to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms following a recent court ruling. The superintendent informed principals that they have until Friday to ensure the posters are up. School leaders instructed principals to collect the Ten Commandments posters from the school district office....
Officers cleared as autopsy shows coronary artery disease and meth contributed to inmate’s death
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The results of an autopsy conducted on an inmate who died at the Louisiana State Penitentiary reveal the cause and manner of death, along with contributory conditions. The West Feliciana Parish Coroner’s Office released the postmortem examination report for Harold Brooks, 37, of...
Body Found in Acadia Parish Bayou Identified as New Iberia Woman
Authorities have identified a woman whose body was found in Bayou Queue de Tortue in Acadia Parish last month.
Lafayette car crash into utility pole leads to power outages along Eraste Landry Road
A vehicle crash on Eraste Landry Road in Lafayette caused a pair of power outages on Wednesday. The car slammed into a wooden utility pole, causing the pole to splinter about 12 feet up. The rear end of the car remained wrapped around the pole. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the crash. No injuries...
Major crash on Ambassador Caffery Parkway near Johnston Street in Lafayette causes long delays
Police are working to clear a major crash on Ambassador Caffery Parkway near Johnston Street in Lafayette that happened late Wednesday afternoon. The crash caused long traffic backups on the two major roads.
