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Bill Allowing Optometrists To Perform Eye Surgeries Advances
Supporters of the bill say the proposal is about giving the people of Louisiana better access to eye-care services.
Louisiana Tourism Achieves Record-Breaking Year
The Bayou State attracted 27.3 million visitors, which is a 4 percent increase over 2012.
Garbage, Recycling Collection To Run Good Friday
Allied Waste and the Recycling Foundation will run their regularly scheduled garbage and recycling collection routes in Lafayette Parish and surrounding parishes on Good Friday.
Four Injured In Scott Bus Accident
The collision happened around 3:20 p.m. at the corner of Cameron Street and Jenkins Road.
FBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting In Lafayette
Police shot the armed man, who was allegedly shooting at a mail truck.
Bill That Would Increase Cigarette Littering Fines Advances
The author of the measure, Marrero Rep. Patrick Connick, said he wants to send a message that this behavior is a serious problem.
Fundraiser Created For Houma Child Killed By Pit Bull
Four-year-old Mia DeRouen was killed Tuesday evening after a pit bull became vicious, attacking both DeRouen and her mother.
La. Gov. Bobby Jindal Addresses Lawmakers To Begin Legislative Session
Read Gov. Bobby Jindal's address to the Louisiana Legislature.
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.
UPDATE – St. Etienne Road Reopened After Dump Truck Fire In Broussard
St. Etienne Road was closed for hours on Thursday.
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?
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.