Washington mayor overcomes financial crisis, town now debt-free
After taking office in 2020, Mayor Dwight Landreneau worked with the state and the citizens of Washington to pay off the town's $750,000 debt, and now the town is ready to begin a new chapter that is debt free.
Roads Buckle in Heat: Lafayette, Baton Rouge Hit See Big Problems
Louisiana roads are buckling in extreme heat, creating dangerous driving conditions from Lafayette to Baton Rouge. Learn what causes road buckling and how to protect your vehicle.
Heavy Rain Possible Thursday & Friday, Rain Lingers Over the Weekend…
A few showers are possible this evening. Otherwise it will be warm and humid. Storms will be likely late tomorrow and Friday. 1-3″ of rain will be possible, so there will be a low end flash flooding threat. Highs will be in the upper 80s to low 90s. Expect scattered storms over the weekend. Highs […]
Opelousas North City Park shooting leads to two arrests: police
Christopher Esquivel and Kevin Rosette are each charged with aggravated assault with a firearm and illegal use of weapons.
Judge denies bond for Patrick Greene in domestic disturbance case
Patrick Greene, who was arrested in June for a domestic disturbance call that left a six-year-old boy with multiple stab wounds, will remain in jail without bond after the DA objected to him being sent to an outside facility for evaluation.
These Historic Lafayette Photos Will Take You Back in Time
(KPEL-FM) - There’s something special about Lafayette, Louisiana, a sense that the past is never too far from the present. You can sense it when visiting Vermilionville or Acadian Village, and from the countless businesses with historic photos on their walls. Whether it’s the Creole cottages and unique architecture...
This Northside High alum joins a distinguished class with his fourth Emmy nomination
The academic struggles of Northside High School in Lafayette, an F-rated school in 2015, have been long documented. Northside has an even longer history of producing renowned alumni, such as million-selling R&B artist Cupid, two-time World Series champion Ron Guidry and UFC stars Justin Poirier and Daniel Cormier....
Abbeville General Hospital on Becker’s List
Released earlier this year, Becker’s Hospital Review composed a list of hospitals with a CMS 5-star rating for cleanliness. Abbeville General Hospital was one of 374 hospitals in the nation to receive this recognition, as well as one of only 8 in the state. In addition, Abbeville General was one of 313 hospitals in...
Acadiana heat straining AC units; local experts offer tips
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The scorching heat in Acadiana is putting a strain on air conditioning units, with call volumes to local companies spiking as temperatures soar. Daily highs in the 90s and triple-digit heat indices are challenging residents to keep cool. Jack Patterson of Butcher Air Conditioning...
Letters: It’s no mystery why Lower 9th Ward lacks grocery stores
I live in the Lower 9th Ward, and I can tell you why there are no grocery stores here. They are not economically viable, at least post-Katrina. Shortly after a Family Dollar store closed here, a mid-sized grocery store, St. Claude Fresh Market, with fresh produce and a deli, opened on St. Claude Avenue. During...
