I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Report: Woman Shot In Vehicle On Camellia In Lafayette
Sources say the 29-year-old is fighting for her life.
DOTD Warns Of Expected Road Closures
We are expecting more road closures as the storm makes its arrival in Acadiana.
KATC Forecast: Storm To Make Landfall As Hurricane
Landfall expected between Cameron and Lower Vermilion Parishes
Acadiana Restaurants Announce WAITR Blackout Day
Many people point to a new emphasis on profits as the food delivery market is flooded with new companies.
Explorers Lewis and Clark Ate Boudin With Frenchman In 1800’s
UL History Professor Bob Carikker tells us a story that none of us have ever heard.
Whataburger Was Just Sold And It Could Mean More Louisiana Locations
The new majority owners say they want to grow 'immediately'.
Dr. Rachel Brown Named New Principal Of Lafayette High School
An assistant principal at Lafayette High is now being promoted to run the school.
BREAKING: Downtown Lafayette Flooding Caught On Video
Dramatic video shows rushing water making the roadway impassible.
Morganza spillway opening postponed to June 9th
Plans to open a Mississippi River spillway in Louisiana for the third time ever have been put off for four days because the river's rising more slowly than expected.
Queen Of Creole Cuisine, Leah Chase, Dies At 96
Culinary legend and matriarch of Dooky Chase restaurant, Leah Chase, has died. Chase spent more than 70 years in the kitchen at the New Orleans institution. She oversaw a massive transformation in the restaurant from a sandwich shop that primarily served black patrons to a culinary destination for diners of all backgrounds...
Officials: Morganza Spillway Opening Closed To The Public
The first bay of the spillway is due to be opened this Sunday.
Workers Run To Save Cars After Mississippi River Levee Breach
The water has been testing barriers throughout the spring flood season.
Roundabout Proposed For Robley and Southcity Pkwy In Lafayette
Plans will be discussed at a meeting on June 6th.
Judge Dismisses Petition For Lafayette Charter Re-Vote
The ruling came after a long day of testimony.
Vice President Mike Pence Speaks To Church Leaders (VIDEO)
Vice President Mike Pence speaks to church leaders and parishioners, expressing his admiration for their faith.
Weapons, Products Containing THC Seized In Cajun Cannabis Raid
The CBD outlet just opened last weekend on 4/20.
Two Dead After Storm Rolls Through North Louisiana
The first storm damage was reported around 3:16 this morning.
Joe Biden Launches Long-Anticipated Run For President
Biden formally joined the crowded Democratic presidential contest on Thursday.
Donate Blood And Ride Free At Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival
Vitalant will be at Parc Hardy this Saturday.
Acadiana Area Schools Announce Select Closures
Sewerage and drainage issues at the school are being blamed.