A taste of Texas? Brisket, breakfast tacos and more offered at this Lafayette BBQ...
Brisket has a mystique all its own. From its bark to the tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat, a great slice of brisket is more than just a meal — it's a moment of connection to the traditions, flavors and craft of barbecue. For chef Shane Wiggins of Deuce's Taste of the...
New traffic signal installed on Congress near Lafayette High
LCG has installed a new traffic signal at the intersection of Congress Street and Marie Antoinette Street to improve safety and traffic flow for students, parents, and commuters.
Lafayette man arrested for rape and molestation of minor
Shemar Walker, 26, of Lafayette, LA, has been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree rape and three counts of felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile, with the incidents occurring in Acadia Parish, LA.
Pair of Acadiana teens recognized for seatbelt use during severe crashes
The Acadiana Regional Transportation Safety Coalition highlighted the critical role of seatbelts in saving lives. They honored two local teenagers for their wise decision to buckle up. Ella Dubois, an 8th grader, and Sophie Hebert, a high school senior, were recognized at a ceremony held at the Rosa Parks...
Remembering Lafayette’s First Trip to Little League World Series
It was 20 years ago this month that a dozen elementary school kids from Lafayette, Louisiana brought us all together for the love of the game.
St. Landry Parish Jail worker accused of letting inmates, even murder suspect, use her...
A St. Landry Parish Jail employee is now locked up inside the facility where she used to work. Toi Lazard, 32, of Opelousas, is charged with malfeasance in office and contraband taken to and from penal institutions. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz said she was arrested following an investigation into inappropriate conduct. He...
Helix A.I. and Medical Academy celebrates first day of school
The Helix A.I. and Medical Academy in St. Landry Parish welcomed students for the first time on its first day of school, with Principal Jennifer Gordon and Assistant Principal Tyler Solete expressing their excitement and goals for the first year.
Man wanted for New Iberia armed robbery now in custody; wife previously arrested
The New Iberia Police Department reported the man wanted for an armed robbery has been taken into custody. Jarvis Layne is charged with armed robbery and possession of firearm/concealed by convicted felon. He is also being held on two warrants for failure to appear. Bond has not been set. Investigators said Jarvis...
Lafayette murder suspect on house arrest rebooked into jail for violating conditions
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A murder suspect from Lafayette found himself back behind bars after violating his house arrest conditions, according to the Lafayette Police Department. Police said Tyquan Marshall, 27, of St. Martinville, was awaiting trial on murder charges when he reportedly removed his ankle monitor....
Major crash in Carencro leaves one trapped, road closed
A major crash occurred on Gloria Switch Road at Avanti Drive, resulting in an individual with moderate to severe injuries being trapped at the scene and the road being closed for cleanup.