Gov, Landry has signed an emergency declaration for last week's severe weather. The declaration authorizes the use of state resources to assist in the recovery process.

Mostly cloudy, warm and humid conditions are expected for Acadiana for the rest of the week, with the next weather-maker bringing scattered showers and a few storms to the area this weekend.

The closure of the Lajaunie Road Bridge - between Maryview Farm Road and E. Gloria Switch Road - has been pushed back.

Kaplan city council meeting is scheduled for tonight at 6 pm at SSG Ulysse Trahan Council Chamber located at 701 N. Cushing Avenue, Kaplan

Eunice Police have arrested a local resident wanted in connection with a shooting that happened last year. He's been booked with multiple counts of attempted murder.

The man accused of first-degree murder in a slaying that happened last week in Lafayette was facing multiple charges of violence and drug dealing in Lafayette Parish before the shooting.

Weather Forecast for Tuesday, April 16th, 2024: Steady southerly wind brings plenty of moisture into the area...

St. Martin Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help in locating a stolen boat and trailer out of Arnaudville.

The City of Abbeville reported a widespread power outage around 5 pm Monday. Officials are currently assessing the situation.

The final victim from Friday night’s triple homicide has been identified as Elizabeth Reames, 46, of Lafayette.

Spring warmth and Gulf of Mexico humidity is in the forecast for Acadiana this week, with the next weather-maker arriving with the chance of showers and storms by Sunday.

Small Business Association opens a recovery center in Acadia Parish that offers services for business.

Beginning Wednesday, April 17, the Lajaunie Road Bridge will be closed for construction. The closure is expected to last nine months.

There are more than 830 whooping cranes in North America and 80 in Louisiana. Thirteen years ago, there were no whooping cranes.

Two men are wanted on connection with the Friday slaying in New Iberia. Police are asking anyone with information on their whereabouts to call.

Jennings Police have apprehended Dillon Champagne, who they say broke into the high school this morning, threatened several staff members and stole a car.

Weather Forecast for Monday, April 15th, 2024: Clouds moving in for the work week with warmer temperatures...

Weather Forecast for Saturday, April 13th, 2024: Sunny spring weather continues for the end of the weekend, but clouds returning soon...

The northbound shoulder of Camellia Boulevard at Johnston Street will be closed on Sunday. Traffic control devices will be used to reduce Camellia to one lane prior to the intersection with Johnston.

According to the Lafayette Police Department, two of the victims in Friday's triple homicide have been identified.