I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Lafayette Protest Organizers Say Unity, Safety Are Top Priorities
Listen to the interview on KPEL's Acadiana's Morning News with Rob Kirkpatrick and Bernadette Lee.
LCG Urges Residents To Prepare As TS Cristobal Forms In The Gulf
Getting sandbags and preparing supplies are two things that can be done now.
CNN Reporter Arrested By Minneapolis Police During Live Shot
It was unclear why Omar Jimenez was taken into custody.
Lafayette Live: LCG Layoffs, Museum Closures, 2021 Budget
Ask your question live every week by calling (337) 232-1542.
Swift Firings for Minneapolis Officers in Death of Black Man
It's being called a stunning and swift move by the Minneapolis chief with the mayor’s full backing.
LDH: May 25th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Monday, May 25th.
Louisiana Trooper Dies From His Injuries After Police Pursuit
Trooper George Baker was assisting Hammond Police who were chasing a suspect in the early-morning hours of May 20th.
LDH: May 24th Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Sunday, May 24th.
Majority of St. Landry COVID-19 Deaths Come from One Nursing Home
At least 34 of the 52 deaths reported in the parish come from an Arnaudville facility.
20 Items You Need to Have in Your ‘Hurricane Box’ This Year
Most of these items don’t expire and can be kept year to year. It is important to check and make sure that everything is operational frequently during hurricane season.
LDH: May 23rd Louisiana COVID-19 Update
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Saturday, May 23rd.
Lafayette Parks and Rec Cancels Summer Youth Programs
The department says the announcement comes amid ongoing restrictions due to COVID-19.
19 Named Storms Predicted In ‘Above-Normal’ Hurricane Season
Hurricane season starts on June 1st and runs through the end of November.
Mercedes-Benz Move Leaves Superdome Naming Rights Up For Grabs
The company has held the naming rights for the last ten years.
EB I-10 Closed In Crowley Due To Big Rig Crash In Lafayette
Detour routes have been posted forcing drivers north to US 190 and then to I-49 south.
Official Guidelines for Phase One of Louisiana Re-Opening
Download and Print these guidelines that are in effect starting today across the state.
Lafayette Live: Lafayette Re-Opening, COVID-19 Recovery
Ask your question live every week by calling (337) 232-1542.
NYC’s Famed Broadway Theaters To Remain Closed Through September
The news comes as details of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's plans to reopen the city are rolled out.
Congressman Clay Higgins Wants ‘100% Freedom’ Restored
We asked him why a lawsuit hasn't been filed if constitutional freedoms were being infringed upon. He says, in part, that he 'is not a lawsuit guy".
ANSWERED: Do Capacity Limits Include Customers AND Employees?
We reached out to State Fire Marshal Butch Browning's office to get clarification and the answer is loud and clear.