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Gov. Edwards Responds to Policeman’s Death In Lafayette & Las Vegas Shooting
"In the wake of evil and hardship, communities across our country come together and demonstrate the inherent goodness in people."
I-10 Westbound Closed At Milepost 4 Near Texas State Line
State Police say I-10 Westbound at milepost 4 near the Texas state line is closed due to flooding.
Acadiana Mall Commercial From 1984 Resurfaces [VIDEO]
Besides finding a time machine and sending yourself back to 1984, this is the next best way to take a look into the past in Lafayette.
LCG Offers Sandbags, Flood Monitoring As Rains Continue
As rain continues to fall, Director of Public Works Tom Carroll says LCG does not expect any sustained road flooding.
REPORTS: Suspect Dead In Ohio State University Attack [Updated]
Eyewitness accounts say at least one person was badly injured or killed.
Louisiana OMV Will No Longer Accept Cash
Effective Nov. 1, 2016, the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles will not accept cash for transactions.
Louisiana OMV To Begin Issuing Real ID Compliant Credentials
Starting Monday, Louisiana citizens will have the option to obtain a Real ID compliant credential.
Evangeline, St. Martin Parish DSNAP Sites Announced
More than 91,000 households approved for DSNAP so far
Why All Flood Victims Need To Register For This Help
The Shelter at Home Program evaluates each applicant’s home and, if up to $15,000 of work in that home can create a safe, secure, habitable place for the family to live while they continue their permanent home rebuilding.
Lafayette, Acadia Parish DSNAP Sites Open Monday
The Blackham Coliseum and the Rayne Civic Center will be open for DSNAP benefits distribution next week.
Disaster Food Stamp Benefits Now Available, But By Alphabetical Order
The best way to pre-register is online at www.dcfs.la.gov/preregister, or you can call 1-888-LAHELP-U (1-888-524-3578).
DCFS Announces Locations for Disaster SNAP Benefits
Assistance available for eight parishes next week. Schedule for additional parishes announced.
Roads Closures Throughout Acadiana (UPDATED)
The Department of Transportation and Development has announced the following REVISED road closures due to flooding in Acadiana.
Acadia Parish Enacts Curfew For Monday Night
The Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office is placing a curfew for Monday evening from 8:00 pm to 5:00 am in the unicorporated areas of the parish.
Lafayette Parish Road Closures (LATEST UPDATE)
The following areas are still reporting problems with high water in the roadway. The public is asked to avoid these areas until the water subsides and the streets are cleared of abandoned vehicles.
Message For Youngsville Residents Trapped By Floods
Lafayette Parish School Board member Jeremy Hidalgo has a message for those trapped by the waters in the Youngsville area.
State Of Emergency Declared For Lafayette Parish
Lafayette Parish Mayor-President Joel Robideaux has declared a state of emergency for Lafayette Parish as a result of severe weather.
Funeral For Montrell Jackson (Video)
Jackson is the last of the three Baton Rouge police officers to be buried after all three were gunned down in an ambush on law enforcement a little over a week ago.
Days After Attack, KPEL Shared Some Cajun Love With Orlando Station
People across the country are searching for ways to help in Orlando. Some are donating to funds for families. Others are giving blood. KPEL sent PIZZA!
Statewide Election Results 2015
Check here for the latest election results from October 24th.