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
UPDATE: Lafayette Stand-Off Suspect Identified as Rayne Man
Reports say a police chase started in the Broussard area and officers were eventually able to stop the vehicle.
LDH: July 31st Louisiana COVID-19 UPDATE
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Friday, July 31st.
Herman Cain Dies After Month-Long Battle With Coronavirus
The former presidential candidate and long-time radio show host had been in the hospital in Atlanta.
Budget Discussion Meetings Scheduled By LCG, Full List Posted
It comes after we had an extended discussion about funding for Parks and Recreation and parish jail improvements.
LIVE: Protesters Interrupt Guillory Town Hall Event
They chanted various things from "no justice, no peace" and "save the northside".
Supt Trosclair: Student and Teacher Safety Is Central To Back-To-School Plan
The district's new leader has been working non-stop since school ended to get kids back in the classroom.
LPD Arrests Two Suspects After Shots Fired, Chase To St. Landry Parish
Officers heard shots in the area of Castille and the Evangeline Thruway.
LDH: July 26th Louisiana COVID-19 UPDATE
The Louisiana Department of Health has issued its daily update for Sunday, July 26th.
GOP Plan: Workers To Get 70% Of Salary In New Unemployment Pay
Federal COVID-19 unemployment benefits are set to end this week and Mark Meadows says its replacement will only pay a portion of the previous salary.
Suspended Lafayette City Marshal Brian Pope Qualifies For Re-Election
Our partners at KATC examine the Louisiana Supreme Court ruling that makes it possible.
Scott Fire Department Responds To Fire At Commercial Laundry Facility
Investigators say the fire was accidental and caused by hot linens which were placed into large bins.
Guillory Defends $2 Million Budget Increase For Lafayette Sheriff’s Office
Questions come as critics have claimed the Sheriff's Office has undue influence on the Guillory Administration.
Despite A Motion To Delay, LPSS Board Members Keep Aug 17th Start
A motion from Dr. Tehmi Chassion to delay the start of school after Labor Day failed.
Matthew Block: Governor’s Restrictions Could Be More Stringent
The Governor's chief legal advisor addresses concerns from the public about the accuracy of data and the mask mandate.
Lafayette City Council Votes to Support Removal of Mouton Statue
Guillory has been praised by some and criticized by others for the announcement that comes as similar statues are being dismantled around the country.
HEALING HOUSE TINI TOUR: Tsunami
This year's Martinis event is virtual, but you can still sip on them at some great Acadiana restaurants.
7 Healing House Martinis You’ll Want To Try For A Good Cause
It's part of the annual Healing House Martinis fundraiser starting this week.
Lafayette General: ICU Space Limited, Some Transfers Can’t Be Taken
A now-deleted viral post from the weekend said a patient died in our LDH region because an ICU bed was not available for them.
Officer-Involved Shooting Being Investigated in Lafayette
It happened after a short chase that ended near a business on East Pont des Mouton.
EXCLUSIVE: AG Jeff Landry Says Mask Mandate Has Issues, Gov Responds
Landry called into UpClose with Bernadette Lee to explain his position.