Lafayette threatens lawsuit against former engineer over withheld Homewood, Ile Des Cannes files
Lafayette officials are threatening to file a lawsuit against McBade Engineers, the former engineer for the Homewood Drive and Ile Des Cannes detention pond projects, if the company does not turn over certain design files by next week. In an April 8 letter, New Orleans attorney Douglass Wynne Jr., who...
Louisiana Town to Enforce Noise Ordinance After Years of Complaints
(Delcambre, Louisiana) - One town in south Louisiana has had enough, and they've heard enough, thus, that is why they are now strictly enforcing the sound ordinance within their jurisdiction. KATC-TV 3 reports that the Town of Delcambre has equipped police with decibel sound meters to enforce a new noise...
Last chance to win a $5,000 VISA gift card and a $775,000 home in...
The 29th Annual St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in Acadiana is currently underway, with a chance to win a $775,000 house for only $100, and other great prizes such as a 2025 Honda HRV LX and a $2,500 VISA gift card.
Breaux Bridge man sentenced to 40 years for 2016 manslaughter
Kieon Alexander was sentenced to 40 years at hard labor for the manslaughter of Miguel Edmond, after being convicted by a jury for his role in the planned robbery that resulted in Edmond's fatal shooting.
Lafayette, Louisiana Truck Owners Reminded to ‘Buckle Up Your Truck’ with Seatbelt Campaign
Lafayette, Louisiana (KPEL-FM) - Driving, not just in Louisiana but anywhere, is a right that also carries responsibilities. From following the rules of the road regarding intersections, speed, right of way and more, the extra responsibility of passenger safety is also part of the driving experience. When you get...
Two more Louisiana-shot ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ episodes to premiere. Find out the dates
Two more "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" episodes filmed in Louisiana now have May air dates on the Food Network. First up is "Elsie's Plate & Pie," 3145 Government St., in Baton Rouge. Premiering at 8 p.m. Friday, May 2, the episode is titled “Specialty Spots.” Food Network describes the Elsie's...
Owner of Scott, LA Non-Profit Corporation and Two Daughters Indicted for Conspiracy to Commit...
LAFAYETTE, La. – A federal grand jury in Lafayette, Louisiana has returned an indictment charging a Lafayette man and his two daughters with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud in connection with a scheme to defraud the Child and Adult Care Food Program (“the Program”), a federal program operated by the...
Northwest Louisiana Weather: Heavy Rain, Severe Storms Forecast for Saturday and Sunday
Shreveport, LA – Severe weather is expected to impact Louisiana this weekend, with both Saturday and Sunday posing risks for strong to severe thunderstorms. According to the U.S. National Weather Service, areas in the northwest part of the state, including Shreveport, could experience severe weather conditions. Heavy...
You Know You’ve Lived in Louisiana Too Long if These 11 Things Seem Totally...
Louisiana—where the food has more seasoning than your aunt’s relationship drama, and every weekend is either a festival, a parade, or both. If you’ve ever sweated through Mardi Gras beads, eaten something you couldn’t pronounce, or used “laissez les bon temps rouler” in casual conversation, then you’ve officially...
Louisiana Mom Sentenced To Prison After Toddler Beaten To Death
A Louisiana woman has pleaded guilty to manslaughter and cruelty to juveniles in a deeply saddening case.