Funeral arrangements announced for St. Gabriel police captain killed in stabbing
A celebration of life for St. Gabriel Police Captain Devin Boutte will be held on Saturday, July 12, following his death in a stabbing incident at his home.
Back-to-school shopping in Acadiana: Tips for families
Back-to-school shopping is officially underway in Acadiana. With potential tariffs and shifting supply costs, families and local businesses are planning ahead and exploring ways to manage expenses.
Sheriff’s Department in Louisiana Reminds Citizens of 9 pm Routine
In order to protect your property this summer, the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office is reminding you to do this each night at 9.
Crowley man accused of killing neighbor’s cat with pellet gun
A Crowley man was arrested after police said he shot and killed a neighbor's cat with a pellet gun. Clay Cormier faces one felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals.
New Waffle House Planned for Destination Pointe in Scott, Louisiana
A new Waffle House (WH) is planned for Destination Pointe, the 44-acre retail development at the northwest corner of I‑10 and Highway 93 in Scott, Louisiana. The new restaurant will be built near Super 1 Foods in Scott and will serve as the city’s second Waffle House location.
‘A Lot of Zeroes’ – Louisiana Ticket Wins Big in Powerball
The Louisiana Lottery has confirmed they will be writing a check with "a lot of zeroes" following a big in-state win in Wednesday's Powerball lottery.
Opelousas Police Warns Public of Escaped Inmate
What started as a routine transport took a wild turn when an inmate made a break for it. The scene was anything but ordinary.
LPSS construction director demoted to old ag teaching job amid criminal probe
This story is part of The Current’s ongoing investigation into construction projects at the Lafayette Parish School System. This in-depth coverage was prompted by violations of public bid law uncovered by the system’s auditors, revealing concerns about procurement practices and oversight at one of the parish’s...
Lafayette Parish Homeland Security readies for flood risks
Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness is ready and prepared for potential flash flooding, with a reunification plan in place to locate missing individuals and a gauge system to divert water from the Vermilion River.
Breaux Bridge man allegedly steals from youth theater
Less than 24 hours after allegedly burglarizing a business in Abbeville, the burglar was arrested by a Vermilion Parish Sheriff deputy and would later confess to the crime, according to the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office. According to Sheriff Eddie Langlinais, on July 5, at approximately 11 in the morning, a...
