Lafayette High School Principal Resigns in Frustration

Unconfirmed sources within the school tell Parish News that Dr. Brown had become frustrated and disgruntled with the direction and policies of the Lafayette Parish School System and Board. Read More »

Schlumberger Invests $11.5 Million to Create North Gulf Coast Operations Hub in Lafayette

Schlumberger's announcement to centralize its North Gulf Coast divisions in Lafayette will create 44 new direct jobs while retaining its existing 1,376 jobs at its Louisiana properties... Read More »

LHS On Lock Down For Second Time This Week - Two Juveniles Arrested On Terrorizing Charges

Lafayette High School was placed on lock down again this morning after a third Social Media post surfaced threatening violence at the school... Read More »

Inflation Reduction Act promises to keep oil royalty income for Louisiana, but also will hike prices

The so-called Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 approved by the U.S. House on Friday could bring some relief to Louisiana parishes that rely on oil and gas leases to fund coastal restoration work... Read More »

Study ranks New Orleans murder rate increase as worst in the nation

New Orleans tops the list for the largest increase in homicides among America's 50 largest cities, according to a recent analysis... Read More »

Lawmakers raise alarm about taxpayer-funded Amtrak potentially being used for illegal immigrants to cross border

Lawmakers point to the surge of illegal immigrants crossing the U.S. border. Illegal immigration is expected to rise even further if the Trump-era Title 42 policy allowing federal agents to expel illegal migrants is... Read More »

5 Road Ready Tips to Ride Motorcycles Safely and Comfortably

A warm day on the open road is a dream opportunity for riders, whether it's a longer trip or a quick jaunt through town. To keep your ride safe and comfortable, consider these tips. Read More »

Hurricane Season Is Upon Us And Residents Should Prepare Now

Prepare now for the 2022 hurricane season. Forecasters are predicting an above-normal hurricane season with up to 21 named storms and as many as 10 hurricanes... Read More »

Louisiana Senate committee advances measure to bump benefits of retired teachers, state police

Retired teachers and state police could soon see extra income with legislation that cleared the Senate Finance Committee. If approved, the increase would begin on July 1. Read More »

Louisiana House Passes Bill to Exempt Police Mugshots from Public Record Until Conviction

LA House approves House Bill 729 which exempts police mugshots from public records until a person is convicted of a crime. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration... Read More »

LFT Regional Airport Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Celebrating New Terminal Opening

Visitors and travelers of the new terminal will be impressed by the design, size and amenities offered in the new 120,000 square feet facility and... Read More »

Waitr Donates $10,000 To Second Harvest Food Bank

Lafayette-based Waitr presents Second Harvest Food Bank with a $10,000 donation at the Lafayette food bank. The donation comes as part of the delivery app’s recent Holiday Food Drive... Read More »

New Officers Elected by Lafayette Airport Commission to Lead for 2022

With the opening of the new terminal, the Lafayette Airport Commission has elected John Hebert to serve as the commission’s 2022 chairman. Samuel Pierre was elected vice chairman, and Paul Segura was chosen as secretary-treasurer... Read More »

AMBASSADOR CAFFERY CONCRETE REPAIR LANE CLOSURES

Crews will be making concrete repairs on Ambassador Caffery Parkway between Galbert Road and Eraste Landry Road... Read More »

Intoxicated Driver Arrested After Attempting to Strike Officers With Vehicle

Dominque Mills drove through a crime scene barricade at a high rate of speed towards officers. LPD Officers had to leap out of the path of Ms. Mills’ vehicle to avoid being struck... Read More »