Lafayette LA

MARRERO A ball-hawking defense and an opportunistic running game were too much for Lafayette Christian to overcome as the Knights fell to the Shaw Eagles 31-13 on the road in Marrero. The active Eagles secondary picked off LCA quarterback Braylon Walker six times and also forced a late fumble by...

Hurricane Humberto has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane and Tropical Depression Nine has formed near the Bahamas, with both systems expected to bring rough surf, strong winds, and squalls to the Southeast Coast.

Anyone driving or walking through the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's campus on East Saint Mary Street can see the progress that's been made on the new building for Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church. Ground broke on the church, being built across the street from its current location, in...

In August 2005, David Bentley prepared to go to war. He had been in the National Guard in his 20s. Now in his 40s and recently divorced, he re-enlisted and was ready to join the many Louisiana National Guard troops deployed overseas following the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Then, on...

CROWLEY — His Notre Dame Pioneers were still carrying some grief from one that got away the week before in a loss to Teurlings Catholic. To make it worse, coach Lewis Cook’s Pios entered halftime trailing by four touchdowns to Catholic High of New Iberia at homecoming on Friday at Gardiner Memorial Stadium.

From groundbreaking scientific discoveries to iconic culinary creations, the Pelican State has contributed inventions that have left lasting marks on the world.

A woman is hospitalized after getting shot and her adult son was arrested, according to the Lafayette Police Department. Julian Parson, 40, of Lafayette, is charged with domestic abuse battery with the use of a dangerous weapon resulting in serious bodily injury. His bond has not yet been set.

At a Jason Aldean concert, love shone brighter than the lights. You won’t believe how this engagement turned a fun night into an unforgettable memory for all.

Building permits for the week of Sept. 17-23 for the cities of Lafayette, Broussard and Youngsville:. OFFICE: 2416 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, description, office renovation for Electronics Professionals; applicant, MBSB Group; contractor, S&S Renovators; $734,800. Commercial demolition. OTHER: 1500 S. Orange St.,...

High school students in Acadiana had a unique opportunity to connect with the horse industry at the JAG Equine Day. The event took place at the Louisiana Equine Sales and Event Center in Opelousas. JAG stands for Jobs for America's Graduates, and the purpose of the event was to introduce students to various career...