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Joshua Firmin, a former Deputy U.S. Marshal, has been sentenced to three years and nine months in prison for assaulting a federal inmate and writing a false report about the incident.

LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. (NEWS 15) — The cities of Broussard and Youngsville are investing a combined $35 million in roads, water infrastructure, and capital improvements, with leaders from both communities saying the spending reflects the area's rapid growth. The current fiscal year, which began on Wednesday, July 1, saw

Vitalant and Townsquare Media are running a five-day blood drive across Acadiana this July, with stops at grocery stores, car dealerships, and even TopGolf in Lafayette.

LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. (NEWS 15) — A $5,500-per-meter fee imposed by Lafayette Parish Water District South is halting residential development in southwest Lafayette Parish, drawing frustration from developers, residents, and members of the parish council. Real estate developer Ross Berthelot told the council he has been

Seven Lafayette wine spots earned a place on this list after locals weighed in on what actually matters to them — good atmosphere, fair prices, and a pour that fits the mood.

NEW IBERIA, LA. (KLFY) — A New Iberia man has been found guilty of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, according to District Attorney Michael Haik. Jatavist Reedom, 22, of New Iberia was convicted unanimously by a Iberia Parish jury on July 7. While executing a warrant...

A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in St. Landry Parish to help residents and business owners affected by Tropical Storm Arthur apply for federal assistance and connect with recovery resources. The center, located at the Town of Washington Community Center at 536 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Washington, is open Monday

An overheating lithium-ion battery on an electric bike is suspected of sparking a shed fire behind a Lafayette home, causing heavy damage to the structure but no injuries, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. Officials reported it happened on Sigma Drive on Wednesday, July 8, just before 11:30 p.m.

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — The city of Opelousas recently secured a $17 million revolving drinking water loan from the Louisiana Department of Health. This funding is designated to address long-standing water infrastructure issues, specifically replacing aging galvanized water lines in the city’s distribution system. The

Lafayette police are investigating the death of a baby at an apartment complex, with investigators saying foul play is not suspected. It happened at the Brook Pointe Apartments on North Pierce Street on Wednesday, July 8.