Lanie Lee Cook
Rayne Police Chief: “We Are Facing A Criminal Justice Crisis”
The statement came in a Thursday press release regarding the June 5 arrest of three teenagers on felony charges.
Lafayette School Board Discusses Goals For Coming School Year
The board will vote on whether to adopt tonight's proposals at its regular meeting June 16.
Local Groomer Faces Animal-Cruelty Charges After Video Goes Viral [VIDEO]
Lafayette Animal Control Supervisor Virginia Lee said this is the second complaint she's received against the business this year.
Overfilled Rail Car Caused Chlorine Leak
Investigators say the excess liquids increased pressure in the car and caused its safety valve to activate.
Lafayette Board Won’t Disclose Information About Cooper Investigation
Cooper distributed a letter Wednesday waiving his right to privacy in the matter.
Council Approves Plans For Lafayette Central Park
Expect to see lush gardens, an amphitheater and a hammock grove at the park, along with revenue-generating attractions like mini golf and a carousel.
Costco Agreement Could Bring Infrastructure Improvements To South Lafayette
Improvements to the area could include drainage, additional roadways and even a new police substation.
Lafayette Council Amends Fines For Trash Pickup
Lafayette landowers who defy the city's new trash ordinances can face up to $150 in fines.
Northside Residents Voice Concerns About Increased Gun Violence
Lafayette Police Chief Jim Craft said Precincts 1 and 4 have seen a recent increase in "sporadic gun violence."
Building Character, Convenience Essential To Downtown Lafayette’s Future
Setting a standard for how downtown looks and operates is necessary from an economic standpoint, says the Downtown Development Authority.
New Policies For Bus Drivers After Student Left Behind
The bus driver involved in the incident had stopped at a store to run a personal errand.
Keg Owner Banned From Business For Selling To Minors
The bar will be subleased under the direction of the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control.
Lafayette Files Suit Against Nonpaying Traffic Violators
As of last May, there were more than 11,900 unpaid parking tickets, and the city is trying to recover more than $3 million in unpaid traffic-camera violations.
Lafayette Police Searching For Two Men Involved In Shooting
The men attempted to rob the victim then shot him in the upper chest as he fled.
Lafayette Voters Will Likely See Airport Tax On December Ballot
If voters pass the tax, the revenue will provide nearly $36 million of the $90 million needed for the Lafayette Regional Airport's expansion.
New School Buses In Lafayette Won’t Have Seat Belts
The LPSS transportation director said he supports installing seat belts on school buses, but the endeavor would be a financial strain and a "monumental liability."
Breaux Bridge Police Need Help Identifying Three Suspected Of Prescription Fraud
Breaux Bridge Police say the three individuals falsely identified themselves to fill prescriptions at the Breaux Bridge Walmart.
VIDEO: Congressman Vance McAllister Allegedly Caught In Extramarital Affair
The leaked video allegedly shows the Congressman kissing one of his aides.
News Wrap-Up: Weekend Brought Elections, Shootings And Jindal’s Spending Freeze
Because while you were away, the news kept happening.
Armed Robber Spooked After Store Clerk Shoots At Him
The attempted robbery happened around 8 p.m. last night.