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New cameras have been installed in special education classrooms across Lafayette Parish. The move came as part of a Louisiana law aimed at ensuring the safety of both students and teachers during instructional time.
Cameras installed in Lafayette special ed classrooms to protect students & teachers
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — New cameras have been installed in special education classrooms across Lafayette Parish. The move came as part of a Louisiana law aimed at ensuring the
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February 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
New cameras have been installed in special education classrooms across Lafayette Parish. The move came as part of a Louisiana law aimed at ensuring the safety of both students and teachers during instructional time.
Victor Ethridge, 41, and Michael Foote, 80, both of Lafayette, have been arrested on drug charges after a propane tank explosion damaged their home. Police responded to a domestic disturbance at the home the day after the explosion.
Lafayette pair arrested on drug charges day after house explosion and fire
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — New developments have emerged regarding a Lafayette house that exploded last week. The two people living at the home have been arrested on drug charges.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Victor Ethridge, 41, and Michael Foote, 80, both of Lafayette, have been arrested on drug charges after a propane tank explosion damaged their home. Police responded to a domestic disturbance at the home the day after the explosion.
Two Opelousas men have been arrested following a reckless drive-by shooting spree that endangered lives, according to the Opelousas Police Department. Deavon Stevenson, 18, and Marcus Julian, 19, face charges including assault by drive-by shooting.
Opelousas pair charged in drive-by shooting spree; no injuries reported
OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — Two Opelousas men were arrested following a reckless drive-by shooting spree that put lives in danger and led to property damage, according to the Opelousas
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February 2, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Two Opelousas men have been arrested following a reckless drive-by shooting spree that endangered lives, according to the Opelousas Police Department. Deavon Stevenson, 18, and Marcus Julian, 19, face charges including assault by drive-by shooting.
The NFL will play its first regular-season game ever in France next season with the New Orleans Saints set to travel to Paris later this year.
NFL to play first regular-season game in France with Saints in 2026
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The NFL will play its first regular-season game ever in France next season with the New Orleans Saints set to play a game in Paris in
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February 2, 2026 at 9:30 PM
The NFL will play its first regular-season game ever in France next season with the New Orleans Saints set to travel to Paris later this year.
Visitation for the late Charles "Charlie" Goodson, a beloved restaurateur and leader, will start on Thursday. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday.
Funeral arrangements announced for longtime Lafayette restaurant owner, Charlie Goodson
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lafayette is mourning the loss of Charles "Charlie" Goodson, a beloved restaurateur and leader, who passed away on January 28. He was 81. Visitation will
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February 2, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Visitation for the late Charles "Charlie" Goodson, a beloved restaurateur and leader, will start on Thursday. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday.
A St. Landry Parish grand jury indicted an Opelousas man and woman for the murder of their 8-week-old baby, according to District Attorney Chad P. Pitre.
Taylor Broussard, 19, & Kaylee Fontenot, 20, are officially charged with first-degree murder.
Taylor Broussard, 19, & Kaylee Fontenot, 20, are officially charged with first-degree murder.
Opelousas couple indicted for first-degree murder of 8-week-old daughter
OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — A St. Landry Parish grand jury indicted an Opelousas man and woman for the murder of their eight-week-old baby, according to District Attorney Chad P.
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February 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A St. Landry Parish grand jury indicted an Opelousas man and woman for the murder of their 8-week-old baby, according to District Attorney Chad P. Pitre.
Taylor Broussard, 19, & Kaylee Fontenot, 20, are officially charged with first-degree murder.
Taylor Broussard, 19, & Kaylee Fontenot, 20, are officially charged with first-degree murder.
A high-speed chase through New Iberia ended with a crash and the arrest of Devondrick Harding, 29, who faces several charges, according to police. They added the pursuit reached speeds of 100 mph before he lost control and hit a light pole.
High-speed chase in New Iberia ends with crash; driver caught
NEW IBERIA, La. (NEWS 15) — An overnight high-speed chase ended with a crash and the driver arrested, according to the New Iberia Police Department. Devondrick Harding, 29, is charged
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February 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
A high-speed chase through New Iberia ended with a crash and the arrest of Devondrick Harding, 29, who faces several charges, according to police. They added the pursuit reached speeds of 100 mph before he lost control and hit a light pole.
On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Al Hebert and Stacey Dempsey are making a Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad. Monday Mangé is sponsored by Gold Premium Welding Products sold by National Welding Supply & Courtesy Automotive Group.
Monday Mangé: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
(NEWS 15) — On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Al Hebert and Stacey Dempsey are making a Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for a simple dish that
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February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Al Hebert and Stacey Dempsey are making a Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad. Monday Mangé is sponsored by Gold Premium Welding Products sold by National Welding Supply & Courtesy Automotive Group.
Three people, including a 15-year-old, have been arrested after this weekend's shooting at the Clinton Mardi Gras Parade that left five victims injured, including a 6-year-old.
3 arrests made after Clinton Mardi Gras Parade shooting that injured 5, including 6-year-old
CLINTON, La. (NEWS 15) — Three people have been arrested after a shooting at a Mardi Gras parade in East Feliciana Parish injured five people, including a 6-year-old, according to
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February 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Three people, including a 15-year-old, have been arrested after this weekend's shooting at the Clinton Mardi Gras Parade that left five victims injured, including a 6-year-old.
Today, we are starting with clear skies and chilly temperatures, but throughout the day, sunny to partly cloudy skies will prevail with highs in the mid-60s.
Warming Trend, Midweek Rain
Today, we are starting with clear skies and chilly temperatures, generally in the low to mid-30s across the region, though some areas north of Highway 190 could see brief hard
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February 2, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Today, we are starting with clear skies and chilly temperatures, but throughout the day, sunny to partly cloudy skies will prevail with highs in the mid-60s.
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, predicting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — Punxsutawney Phil’s handlers say he’s seen his shadow and is therefore predicting six more weeks of winter weather. Phil’s annual prediction occurred shortly after dawn Monday
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February 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
Cold Start, Warmer Week
Cold Start, Warmer Week
Temperatures will begin to moderate early next week as southerly flow becomes reestablished. While conditions will remain near or slightly below normal for the start of the week, a steady
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February 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Cold Start, Warmer Week
Volunteers from multiple companies join students at Notre Dame to pack meals for needy families
Volunteers from multiple companies join students at Notre Dame to pack meals for needy families
CROWLEY, La. (NEWS 15) — Families in need across Acadiana will soon enjoy hot meals thanks to a collaborative volunteer effort. Blue Cross, Healthy Blue, and Entergy employees teamed up
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February 1, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Volunteers from multiple companies join students at Notre Dame to pack meals for needy families
Louisiana lawmaker plans push to end inspection sticker requirement
Louisiana lawmaker plans push to end inspection sticker requirement
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) — Gov. Jeff Landry recently predicted the Legislature will change state law to end the requirement that vehicles have inspection stickers. “This session we are getting rid
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February 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Louisiana lawmaker plans push to end inspection sticker requirement
Breaux Bridge woman sentenced to 20 years for deadly drunk driving crash from 2019
Breaux Bridge woman sentenced to 20 years for deadly drunk driving crash from 2019
BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (NEWS 15) — A Breaux Bridge woman is facing a lengthy prison sentence due to a deadly drunk driving crash. Caitlyn Hebert, 32, will serve up to
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February 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Breaux Bridge woman sentenced to 20 years for deadly drunk driving crash from 2019
Sunday will see mainly sunny skies after a chilly start, with temperatures rebounding into the mid-60s. The warming trend continues into early next week.
Hard Freeze, Warming Trend
It was a cold Saturday night across the Acadiana region. There was a hard freeze, with temperatures plummeting and dangerous wind chills persisting into early Sunday morning. Sunday will see
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February 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Sunday will see mainly sunny skies after a chilly start, with temperatures rebounding into the mid-60s. The warming trend continues into early next week.
Five people, including a 6-year-old child, were injured in the shooting outside the East Feliciana Parish Courthouse in Clinton during a Mardi Gras parade, according to WBRZ-TV in Baton Rouge.
5 people, including 6-year-old, shot during Mardi Gras parade in East Feliciana Parish
CLINTON, La. (Fox News) -- Multiple people were injured Saturday after a shooting broke out during the "Mardi Gras in the Country" parade in Clinton.
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February 1, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Five people, including a 6-year-old child, were injured in the shooting outside the East Feliciana Parish Courthouse in Clinton during a Mardi Gras parade, according to WBRZ-TV in Baton Rouge.
The LSUE baseball team kicked off its season on Friday with a doubleheader against Murray State College. The excitement was palpable as the eight-time NJCAA champions returned to the field.
LSUE opens season with weekend series against Murray State
EUNICE, La. (NEWS 15) — The LSUE baseball team kicked off its season with a doubleheader against Murray State College. The excitement was palpable as the eight-time NJCAA champions returned
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January 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The LSUE baseball team kicked off its season on Friday with a doubleheader against Murray State College. The excitement was palpable as the eight-time NJCAA champions returned to the field.
After 30 years of serving the community, the beloved Lafayette restaurant Pat's Downtown has closed its doors for the final time. Made in Acadiana is presented by Butcher Air Conditioning.
Made in Acadiana: Pat's Downtown closes after 30 years
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — After 30 years of serving the community, the beloved Lafayette restaurant Pat's Downtown has closed its doors for the final time. Owner Pat Dupuis served
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January 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM
After 30 years of serving the community, the beloved Lafayette restaurant Pat's Downtown has closed its doors for the final time. Made in Acadiana is presented by Butcher Air Conditioning.
A house fire that sparked in the attic was caused by an electrical failure, according to the Lafayette Fire Department.
Lafayette house fire caused by electrical failure damages attic and roof
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A house fire reported by a 911 caller was caused by an electrical failure, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. Firefighters said it happened on
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January 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM
A house fire that sparked in the attic was caused by an electrical failure, according to the Lafayette Fire Department.
Eight inmates escaped from the River Bend Detention Center in East Carroll Parish, prompting a statewide manhunt. Louisiana State Police reported all eight escapees have been recaptured.
All 8 Louisiana prison escapees recaptured; 2 have ties to Acadiana
(NEWS 15) — Eight inmates escaped from the River Bend Detention Center in East Carroll Parish, prompting a statewide manhunt. Louisiana State Police reported all eight escapees have been recaptured.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Eight inmates escaped from the River Bend Detention Center in East Carroll Parish, prompting a statewide manhunt. Louisiana State Police reported all eight escapees have been recaptured.
A house explosion on Cane Ridge Circle in Lafayette was ignited by a smoldering cigarette and propane tanks, officials said.
Smoldering cigarette sparks Lafayette house fire; heat causes propane canisters to explode
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A house explosion on Cane Ridge Circle in Lafayette was ignited by a smoldering cigarette and propane tanks, officials said. This story was first reported
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January 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
A house explosion on Cane Ridge Circle in Lafayette was ignited by a smoldering cigarette and propane tanks, officials said.
On this week's Friday Feed, Al Hebert visited Parc de Oaks Food Truck Park to check out the Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastry Food Truck and Chef Logan Alfred's culinary magic. Friday Feed is brought to you by Kirk's U Needa Butcher.
Friday Feed: Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastry Food Truck
On this week's Friday Feed, Al Hebert visited Parc de Oaks Food Truck Park in Lafayette to check out the Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastry Food Truck and Chef Logan
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January 31, 2026 at 2:00 AM
On this week's Friday Feed, Al Hebert visited Parc de Oaks Food Truck Park to check out the Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastry Food Truck and Chef Logan Alfred's culinary magic. Friday Feed is brought to you by Kirk's U Needa Butcher.
The Justice Department has released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, resuming disclosures under a law intended to reveal what the government knew about the millionaire financier's sexual abuse of young girls.
Justice Department releases massive trove from its Jeffrey Epstein files
NEW YORK (AP) — The Justice Department has released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, resuming disclosures about what the government knew about the millionaire financier’s
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January 31, 2026 at 1:18 AM
The Justice Department has released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, resuming disclosures under a law intended to reveal what the government knew about the millionaire financier's sexual abuse of young girls.
Authorities are investigating the illegal shooting and killing of a bald eagle in Vermilion Parish. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) are leading the investigation.
Bald eagle shot and killed in Vermilion Parish; reward offered
VERMILION PARISH, La. (NEWS 15) — Authorities are investigating the illegal shooting and killing of a bald eagle in Vermilion Parish. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and
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January 30, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Authorities are investigating the illegal shooting and killing of a bald eagle in Vermilion Parish. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) are leading the investigation.