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

Oct 06, 2022 04:08PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

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

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

Aug 18, 2022 11:17AM ● By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

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...

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

Aug 18, 2022 11:09AM ● By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

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

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

Aug 18, 2022 10:58AM ● By Casey Harper

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...

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5 Road Ready Tips to Ride Motorcycles Safely and Comfortably

Jun 04, 2022 01:30PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

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.

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Hurricane Season Is Upon Us And Residents Should Prepare Now

Jun 04, 2022 01:21PM ● By News Desk

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...

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

Apr 07, 2022 09:18AM ● By By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

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.

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LFT Airport, Governor John Bel Edwards, Senator Page Cortez, new terminal
LFT Regional Airport Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Celebrating New Terminal Opening

Jan 19, 2022 04:51PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

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...

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Waitr Donates $10,000 To Second Harvest Food Bank

Jan 19, 2022 01:04PM ● By Press Release

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...

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New Officers Elected by Lafayette Airport Commission to Lead for 2022

Jan 17, 2022 04:57PM ● By News Desk

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...

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AMBASSADOR CAFFERY CONCRETE REPAIR LANE CLOSURES

Jan 17, 2022 04:29PM ● By Press Release

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

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New program offers $146M in federal funds for struggling Louisiana homeowners

Jan 11, 2022 03:24PM ● By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

Gov. John Bel Edwards announced the Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Fund will provide up to $25,000 per eligible homeowner to help avoid...

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Suspects Arrested on Armed Robbery and Other Charges

Jan 06, 2022 05:36PM ● By Staff Writer

Lafayette Police arrested Selena Smith and Juwan Abraham on 2 counts of armed robbery, 2 counts of armed robbery with a gun, prostitution, and aggravated second-degree battery...

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Potier to Remain Interim Commander of Lafayette Police Department

Jan 06, 2022 04:46PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

LCG: A national search to fill the Police Chief position will begin immediately...

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Louisiana State Capital Building
Louisiana’s maximum unemployment benefit increases 11% in 2022

Jan 06, 2022 04:19PM ● By By William Patrick | The Center Square

An unemployment compromise will deliver an 11% maximum increase in unemployment benefits for out-of-work Louisianans, starting...

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