Lafayette News

Here's the latest information on the arrest report from Lafayette parish.

Carencro is welcoming several new businesses, including Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, KK's Café, and Grounded Coffee in the coming weeks.

A popular Youngsville restaurant is expanding into Carencro and plans to open inside the former Pizza Amore location near I-49.

Picture this: a striking plane painted in the colors of the American flag just landed at your local airport. It’s a celebration in the sky!

Boudin, redfish, venison, crabs, and yes, nutria. Here's what Lafayette residents are actually throwing on the grill this summer, with tips on doing it right.

At 93, John Gilbert is redefining what it means to stay active and involved in the community, one watermelon at a time.

Deputies say a fatal hit-and-run investigation has resulted in felony charges against a Youngsville man.

Authorities have identified the woman killed in Thursday's Johnston Street motorcycle crash as 50-year-old Jolene Wheelock of Abbeville.

Feeling cranky lately? Louisiana's heat may be impacting your emotions more than you realize.

A motorcycle passenger was killed after a collision with a pickup truck on Johnston Street Thursday afternoon, Lafayette Police confirmed.

Detectives arrested a Port Barre man after investigating allegations of abuse involving an elderly family member.

Scott and Carencro will kick off Acadiana's Independence Day celebrations with live music, family activities, and fireworks this weekend.

Authorities investigate a fatal hit-and-run on Marteau Road after a man was struck and killed near Youngsville.

Acadia Parish investigators are searching for a suspect accused of violating a protective order 36 times.

Michael Patterson of Lafayette won the 2026 Acadiana St. Jude Dream Home in Magnolia Trace, Broussard. The sold-out giveaway raised about $1.5 million for St. Jude.

An argument at an Abbeville Popeye's reportedly escalated into a shooting hours later, leaving two people hospitalized.

SLEMCO is adding a temporary storm rider charge to members' bills starting July 2026. The charge is approximately $1.40 per 1,000 kWh to recover 2024 storm damage costs.

Louisiana State Police captured a wanted fugitive after a pursuit ended with a stolen truck disabled in a field.

Lafayette Parish reminds families that juvenile curfew laws remain active during summer. See hours, exceptions, and penalties.

The Good Fight Foundation is bringing back its annual backpack giveaway, helping over 1,000 Lafayette Parish students prepare for the new school year.