Firework Safety
Even with fewer reported deaths and injuries in 2008, the one month period surrounding the Fourth of July is still the most dangerous time. In fact, 70% of all fireworks-related injuries occurred between June 20 and July 20.
Fireworks Warning
The dry weather is causing the Lafayette Fire Department to urge residents of the un-incorporate areas to reframe from setting off aerial fireworks or rockets this weekend.
Fireworks Schedules
If you're still trying to figure out what to do for the 4th of July, here's a look at the fun in Acadiana this weekend.
Animal Heat Dangers
This recent heat wave has been hard on everyone, but just imagine what it's like for someone who always has to wear a fur coat 24/7.
Escaped Inmate Captured
An Iberia Parish murder inmate is back in custody after sheriff officials say he allegedly overpowered a female deputy while being transported.
Former Duson Police Chief Arrested
Former Chief Roland Lewis was arrested by Duson Police Thursday night after reportedly getting into a fight with another man and knocking him unconscious.
Dr. Patel Stays out of Jail
Dr. Patel had been convicted of health care fraud and then denied bail, pending an appeal. Wednesday a judge granted that appeal releasing Patel.
ATV Thieves Arrested
Lafayette Police have arrested three young boys they say were driving around the city on stolen four wheelers.
New LPCC Booking Center
The Lafayette Parish Correctional center is set to open a new booking station to help process inmates faster and protect the officers who monitor them.
Women’s and Children’s Hospital Website
Founded in 1983, Women's & Children's Hospital, a campus of The Regional Medical Center of Acadiana, has been providing specialized health care services for women and children for over 20 years.
State Police Begin Holiday Checkpoints
Thousands of people are expected to be out on the roads of Acadiana, celebrating the July 4th holiday this weekend, but authorities warn, so will they.
US Marshals Capture James Francis
James Francis, the man accused of killing the owner of Food World in Lafayette nearly one year ago, is in a Houston jail.
Reward Offered in Crowley Hit and Run
Up to a one thousand dollar cash reward is available for the person who can help catch a hit and run driver in Crowley.
Lynn Williams Wins Glenn Sharp Award
UL equipment manager Lynn Williams won the Glenn Sharp Award as the equipment manager of the year!
Our Jeff Horchak found out, he's not just great at his job, his great at creating lifelong friendship!

Buckle Up in the Back Seat
The State Legislature has passed a bill that was signed into law, requiring all passengers to wear a seat belt in a vehicle.
New Laws and New Fines
Boat Safely This Holiday
Police Impersonator Sought
Eric Cloutier Update
Beach Monitoring Program Website
KSM Performs on Meet Your Neighbor
Deputy Arrested
Roommates Charged With Murder
Son Dies, Father Arrested
Water Sprinklers Scarce
Dollar General Robbed
Summer Heat & Park Safety
New Iberia Shooting Death Update
Teen Dies in Crash
Do I have to Pay?
The Bridge is Back
Unemployment Rate Below Average
State Fire Marshal's Website
HIV Testing Day
Program Helps Lower Electric Bills
Michael Jackson 1958-2009
Farrah Fawcett 1947-2009
Almost Ready
Help Conserve Summer Power
Legislative Session Ends
Cleco Meets With Residents
Animal Loving Volunteers Needed
Iberia Council Meets to Resolve Sheriff Department Funding
Kidnapping, Murder Suspect Arrested
Alleged Victim Facing Charges
Zoning Dispute Continues
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Iberia Sheriff Heads for Governors Office
5-run 6th inning propels LSU to national title
Attempted Murder Suspect Captured
Rape Investigation Continues
House Bill 155 Heads For Governor's Desk
Daiquiris Supreme Fire
Heat Threatens Local Farmers
Summer Electric Bills
Esterwood Bridge May be Removed
Charges Filed in Child Beating Death
Chemin Metairie Parkway Closed
Weeks Island Mining Death
Teurlings Catholic Latest to Be Vandalized
Gloria Switch to Get 4-Way Stop
It Was an Offer They Couldn't Refuse
Be Safe in the Summer Heat
Lafayette Bank Held Up, Robbed
Drugs, Baby Taken Into Custody
Jail Overcrowding Solution?
Stolen Cab Crashes into Apartment
Grand Coteau Burglaries
Iberia Blight Demolition
Loan Repayments for Health Workers
Lafayette Blighted Property
Heat Wave Affecting Crops
Opelousas Police Equipment
I-10 Lane Closure
Unfortunate Mistake Leads to Death
LA Cigarette Tax Increase Rejected
Opelousas Business
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