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School Closures, Re-Openings For Thursday, Jan. 30
As icy road conditions continue throughout Acadiana, some schools will remain closed Thursday, Jan. 30.
UPDATED: Many More Roads Open
State Police say they will make every effort to keep as many roadways open as possible.
Cancellations, Closures As Police Urge Drivers To Avoid Roadways
Louisiana State Police still urging motorists to stay off of roads.
Evangeline Parish Residents Under Curfew Tuesday Night
The Evangeline Parish Police Jury has announced a curfew for Tuesday night from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.
St. Landry Parish President Declares State Of Emergency, Curfew
St. Landry Parish President Bill Fontenot declared a state of emergency and curfew today in preparation for tomorrow's weather forecast, which looks to bring temperatures below 25 degrees and icy precipitation.
Traffic Delays on HWY 90 Eastbound Due To Accident [VIDEO]
If you are currently headed to New Orleans, be aware of a situation on Highway 90.
Lafayette Parish’s Thanksgiving Waste Schedule
Allied Waste and the Recycling Foundation will not collect garbage or recycling in Lafayette Parish on Thanksgiving Day.
Did Eunice Police Choke A Suspect? (NSFW)
Did a Eunice Police Officer go to far while arresting a suspect?
UL Student Newspaper Weighs In On Name Debate With Satire Piece
After the Monroe News-Star stoked the flame when it published an article accusing the University of Louisiana at Lafayette of law-breaking through its athletic branding, the university's student-run newspaper ran a snarky satire piece — featuring faked quotes from students, UL Lafayette President Joe Savoie and UL System President Sandra Woodley — in response.
Lafayette Police Discuss Halloween Safety Tips
Lafayette Police Department Spokesperson Cpl. Paul Mouton discussed Halloween safety tips today on "Your Afternoon Drive Home."
Louisiana Native And Former Lafayette Resident Sings At World Series
Sgt. Christine Permenter of Missouri's Fort Leonard Wood military base stunned Busch Stadium when she sang "God Bless America" during the seventh inning stretch of last night's World Series matchup.
How Big Is The Horse Farm In Lafayette?
The excitement is building around the Horse Farm property in Lafayette, LA. From farmers markets to special events and the planning stages of development into a passive park, there's a lot that can be done with the property, but just how big is the Horse Farm?
Lafayette Police Officer Richard “Ricky” Rees Laid To Rest Today
Funeral services for Richard "Ricky" Rees were held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Delhomme Chapel of the Flowers on Bertrand Drive.
Festival International Weather Forecast
Festival International has once again taken over downtown Lafayette and the question on everyone's mind is 'what's the weather forecast?'
Lafayette Parish To Write $3.4 Million Check To Waste Facilities
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel says the money did not come out of the general fund, but out of the Mosquito Abatement Fund.
Smoothie World Owner Remains In Hospital After Standoff At Lafayette Business
KPEL News was able to obtain Facebook postings believed to be from the suspect from throughout the day and during the standoff.
Smoothie Shop Owner Makes Ranting Facebook Video During Police Standoff [VIDEO]
Watch the suspect, Tai Nguyen, as he rants on video while the standoff is happening! (Warning: Graphic Language)
Accident On I-10 East Bound at Whiskey Bay Blocking Traffic
An accident on the I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge is slowing down traffic near Whiskey Bay.
Explosion On West Cote Blanche Platform
The Coast Guard says an explosion took place on a platform in West Cote Blanche around 9 a.m. today.
Election Results For Lafayette and Acadiana
Results of the 2012 election are in.