Maurice
CRIME & SAFETY
Lafayette's first woman police chief resigns after less than a year on the job
Lafayette Police Chief Judith Estorge is resigning as chief, according to Lafayette Consolidated Government and the Lafayette Police Department, but will remain with the department in an unnamed position. Estorge's resignation as chief, which the press release said was for personal reasons, is effective May 28. Estorge, the first woman...
A safe place for all: Hearts of Hope’s inclusive approach to survivor support
Editor’s Note: This story includes discussion of suicide and sexual assault. If you are in crisis, please call, text or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. To report sexual assault and access resources, call the 24/7 crisis support line at 337-233-RAPE (337-233-7273). To report suspected child abuse, call 855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437).
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.