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Dog Hit By Car In Busy Traffic Rescued By…ANOTHER DOG! [INCREDIBLE VIDEO]

CJ — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:01:01 +0000

In this most amazing video, a dog is hit by a car in busy traffic when a stray dog risks it’s own life to save the injured dog. This is not a new video, but I had never seen it. In the broadcasting/digital world we think we can’t post something old because everyone has already [...]

DOTD Announces Intermittent Lane Closures On Basin Bridge

JayCee — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:55:50 +0000

DOTD announces intermittent lane closures on I-10 for sweeping

HENDERSON, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced today that there will be intermittent lane closures on the I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge from Friday, May 17, to Saturday, May 18, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., for a sweeping operatio

Camellia Boulevard to Close on Saturday

Debbie Ray — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:49:48 +0000

Camellia Boulevard will be closed on Saturday, May 18, from Silverstone Road to Eastland Drive (from Paul's Fine Jewelry over the bridge, almost to Johnston)

Car Thief Leads Scott Police On A High Speed Chase

Steve Wiley — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:21:43 +0000

An officer pursued the 20 year old Dixon, who refused to pull over. The chase eventually reached speeds in excess of 110 mph.

Motorcycle Crash Claims A Life In St. Martin Parish

Bernadette Lee — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:06:47 +0000

The crash is near Breaux Bridge

Oversized Load Being Moved Through Lafayette Today – Expect Traffic Delays

Debbie Ray — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:25:53 +0000

Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop I, with the assistance of the Lafayette Police Department and the Lafayette Sheriff’s Office, will be escorting an oversized load into Lafayette on May 7, 2013. Troopers will escort the oversized load from the I-49 southbound frontage road near LA Highway 182 and will travel the following route beginning [...]

State Police To Escort Large Oilfield Equipment Tuesday May 7th- Traffic Delays Expected

Bernadette Lee — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:43:04 +0000

The move of the oilfield equipment will likely take several hours.

DOTD Announces Hwy 90 Lane Closures

JayCee — Sun, 05 May 2013 21:39:55 +0000

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that U.S. 90 will have intermittent lane closures in the westbound direction to allow crews to pave the road shoulder. The lane closures will take place between Wall Road, in Youngsville, and the Billeaud Overpass, in Broussard, weather permitting. These lane closures will take place [...]

I-10 Will Be Closed for a Short Time Sunday, May 5, 2013

Debbie Ray — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:14:55 +0000

Lafayette Police tell us that on Sunday, May 05, 2013, they’ll be closing I-10 East and West bound, between University Avenue and I-49. But it won’t be for long- it will only be closed between the hours of 7 and 8 AM. Traffic will be able to exit onto University Avenue and I-49 while the [...]

Road Closure Wednesday, 5/1

Chris Reynolds — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:14:25 +0000

Plan your route ahead of time to avoid any traffic snarls!

Do You Want To Save Money On Gasoline?

Steve Wiley — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:59:48 +0000

There's nothing you can do about gasoline prices, but there are several things you can do to make sure you get the most value for your dollar.

Perry Bridge Closing For Repairs

JayCee — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:04:06 +0000

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced today that on Tuesday, April 30, La. 82 at the Vermilion River (Perry Bridge), just south of Abbeville, will be closed to motorists so crews can perform maintenance repairs to the bridge. Work will be performed from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., weather permitting. The detour consists [...]

Road Closures This Week

Chris Reynolds — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:33:42 +0000

Acadiana residents should be advised of the following upcoming road closures: LOCATION: Coolidge Street Between E. Saint Mary Blvd. and Auburn Avenue Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. until Friday, April 26, 2013 at 6:00 a.m. LOCATION: Eighth Street between S. Chestnut Street and SB Evangeline Thruway DATE & TIME: Saturday, April 27, 2013 [...]

Flying In And Out Of Lafayette Just Got Safer

Steve Wiley — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:22:17 +0000

State Transportation Secretary Sherri LeBas says the state provided $435,000 in funding for the $8.7 million project, and the federal government provided the remainder.

Did You Know Texting While Driving Is Illegal In Louisiana And Using Facebook Or Twitter Isn't?

Steve Wiley — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:53:15 +0000

"Under current law, nothing states or talks about social networking. Texting, social networking, it's all about taking your eyes off the road." - Sen. Dale Erdey

Traffic Nightmare Alert for Lafayette for Tuesday, April 2

Debbie Ray — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:12:55 +0000

Two lanes will be closed on Ambassador Caffery near Acadiana Mall.

Pedestrian Identified In Deadly Accident On I-49 Frontage Road Near Sunset

Ken Romero — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:00:28 +0000

Pedestrian struck and killed near Sunset.

Now You Have To Be Even More Careful Driving Through Maurice, Louisiana

Steve Wiley — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:36:46 +0000

. Maurice is what's typically known as a "speed trap" town, but they're not trying to fool anybody.

Watch At Your Own Risk [VIDEO]

CJ — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:35:50 +0000

This is a car crash caught on tape that comes with a Watch At Your Own Risk Warning. It took place on a busy commute in Korea. It is not a stunt. This could happen to anyone. Fatal car crashes and road traffic accident statistics for Lafayette, La. (2009) Fatal accident count: 16 Vehicles [...]

New Shuttle Stop for Festival International Weekend

Debbie Ray — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:35:58 +0000

The drop off locations for the shuttle are on the corner of Jefferson Street and Lee Ave. and a new 2nd shuttle stop will be in place for the busy Festival weekend.