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Youngsville Chief of Police to Be Investigated
The council voted to have the city's attorney find three HR firms that could investigate Boudreaux and the police department.
Alabama Man Dies From Injuries Sustained in Local Crash
ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KPEL News) - A man from Wilsonville, Alabama, has died from his injuries following a crash on LA 182 near Cotton Patch Road in Bunkie, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana.
According to a press release from Louisiana State Police, 72-year-old Freddie Thomas was driving his vehicle east on LA 182 when he went off the side of a curve, hit an embankment, and overturned...
Man Hides From Police in Insulation During Attempted Home Burglary
A Florida man broke into a home Sunday and then hid in a pile of construction insulation before he was arrested.
Youngsville Councilwoman Kayla Menard Reaux Resigns
Youngsville Councilwoman Kayla Menard Reaux has resigned from her elected council position in the wake of public backlash related to a November 2022 crash.
Waffle House in Youngsville is Now Open for Business
The Waffle House in Youngsville is officially open for business in Sugar Mill Pond and customers are already excited about the brand-new location.
LCA Knights Release 2023 Football Schedule
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - The Lafayette Christian Academy Knights have released their football schedule for the upcoming 2023 season and there will be no shortage of huge matchups to be played.
After making the move up to Class 4A, LCA continued its incredible success and amazing string of LHSAA State Championship Game appearances (7) in 2022...
6-Foot-10 Teenage Boy Needs Size 23 Shoe, Gets Wish From Shoe Brand
Every teenage boy loves shoes and 14-Year-Old Eric Kilburn Jr. is no exception.
Victim Identified in Fatal Crash in Lafayette, Louisiana (UPDATE)
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - The driver who lost his life in Wednesday's fatal crash in Lafayette has been identified as 61-year-old Phillip Todd Migl of Scott. Lafayette Police say they are still investigating.
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The Vatican Reports That Pope Francis Will Be Hospitalized for Few Days
The Roman Catholic Church has announced that Pope Francis was rushed to a hospital and will be admitted to the hospital.
Louisiana in Top 3 of Most-Festival Obsessed States
It's no secret that we love our festivals in Louisiana. That being said, can you believe we're not number one on the list of "Festival-Obsessed States"? We are in the top 3 though...
Youngsville Mayor Ken Ritter Statement on Controversial Crash
Youngsville Mayor Ken Ritter has released a statement in the wake of recent backlash surrounding a controversial crash that happened in Sugar Mill Pond involving a city councilwoman and the police chief.
Nathan Millard's Death Ruled Overdose by Fentanyl, Cocaine
There are no pending murder charges in the death of Nathan Millard, and no suspicions of foul play.
Two 18-Wheeler Trucks Fight While Traveling on I-49 in Louisiana
That's right, two 18-wheeler trucks fight while driving on I-49. You've never seen anything quite like this...
A Ville Platte Police Officer Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges
A Ville Platte police officer is being investigated after he was arrested on domestic violence charges.
Road Closures Set for Lafayette Intersections, I-10/I-49 Overpass
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - It's another busy week for traffic construction in Lafayette as the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will continue a couple of projects that will most certainly affect the commute for many drivers, both locally and from out-of-town...
Louisiana Officials Give Update on Basin Bridge Speed Cameras
If you've found yourself wondering: "What ever happened to the speed cameras on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge?"—don't worry; they're still coming.
'The World's Largest Bounce House' Heading to NOLA April 21-23
A company called Big Bounce America is bringing a slew of great bounce houses to The Big Easy for a fun weekend.