CROWLEY, La. (KLFY)- A 56-year-old Crowley man has died from injuries he received in a Nov. 7 crash on La. 13, State Police said. Shortly before noon that day, troopers were called to a single-vehicle crash on La. 13 south of La. 92. The victim has been identified as Tracy Monceaux. According to State Police, […]
LOREAUVILLE, La. (KLFY)- Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a shooting this morning. One man was shot outside a home in the 1100 block of Sidney Blanchard Road shortly before 9 a.m., IPSO Capt. Wendell Raborn said. The victim’s condition is unknown at this time. As of 11 a.m., Loreauville Elementary was on soft […]
Veterans will receive some special deals today across Louisiana. Here’s just some of the deals we know of. Baton Rouge Zoo – Baton Rouge, LAMilitary veterans and active military: Complimentary admission for you and up to five guests when presenting a valid military ID on 11/9. Casa Ole – LouisianaComplimentary meal to all active and retired military […]
RICHLAND PARISH, La. — An 18-year-old Richland Parish student has been arrested after he brought a gun to school. According to the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office, a School Resource Officer assigned to Delhi Charter School received a tip that 18-year-old Jeffery Williams Jr. would be coming to school on Tuesday, November 5, armed. The officer […]
A set of twins are speaking out after being kicked out of president trump's rally last week. They say they're not mad at Trump, but the security guard, who they say took matters into his own hands. The mother says it's unclear on why they were kicked out but there's a couple of scenarios that come to mind. One being a disability and the other being their race.
LAFAYETTE, LA. (KLFY) – Here’s some of today’s top stories to know before you head out the door: Several Veterans Day programs will be held around Acadiana today. Beginning at 9:00 a.m. this morning, Fountain Memorial will hold their annual Veterans Day program. Tonight, a Veterans Day ceremony will be held at Bouligny Plaza in […]
Veterans Day is starting off with areas of fog, along with cool temperatures in the 40s to 50s. Much of the day will stay quiet and warm with highs in the upper 70s under plenty of clouds. Rain becomes likely after 4:00-6:00pm this evening, with showers likely tonight for Acadiana. Cold and windy weather rushes […]
November is National Entrepreneur month. Business owners here in Acadiana still have time to register for Innovate South. A three day conference of networking events, panel discussions, and keynote presentations focused on helping local business owners. Spots are still available for November 14 and 15, speakers will focus on start up small business and digital marketing respectively. […]
On Nov. 11, veterans around Acadiana are invited to enjoy a free meal at various restaurants as a show of appreciation for their service to our country. BREAKFAST Another Broken Egg is offering active and retired military a free Patriot French Toast Combo and coffee on Nov. 11. IHOP – Active duty and retired veterans receive […]
As the temperatures start dropping this week, there are a few things to keep in mind to stay safe while keeping warm. The State Fire Marshal’s Office recommends placing space heaters 3 to 5 feet away from combustible objects, like blankets. Plug heating appliances directly into wall outlets, no extension cords or power strips. Don’t […]
The New Orleans Saints had one of their worst performances of the season falling to the Atlanta Falcons 26-9 in the Dome. Quarterback Drew Brees was sacked 6 times, the highest in his career, and the Saints committed 12 penalties. For more on the loss, click the video provided.
Eunice police have arrested a suspect in a November 4 homicide investigation. 19-year-old Demyron Skinner is accused in the shooting death of 21-year -old Deomante Frank. According to police, the shooting took place at the intersection of East Maple Avenue and South Martin Luthur King Jr. Drive. Skinner was charged with second degree murder. The […]
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Waffle House is known to not close for anything – even if there’s only one worker behind the counter. Ethan Crispo told AL.com that was the case early Sunday morning at a location in Birmingham, Alabama. He says he came in just after midnight to find a single man tending to […]
SPRINGFIELD, Tenn. (WATE) – Back in 2010 the third battalion fifth Marines were conducting operations in Afghanistan for Operation Freedom. Just one month into their tour, the Marines were attacked. Twenty-five were killed and 200 more wounded. Alec Catherwood was one of those marines that lost his life that day. Since then his mother Gretchen […]
In Lafayette Parish, there are eight “A” rated schools for 2019 according to a report released late last week by the State Department of Education. The Lafayette area schools by ranking are: 1.) Early College Academy, 2.) David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy 3.) Ernest Gallet Elementary 4.) Green T. Lindon Elementary 5.) Lafayette High 6.) […]
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Matt Ryan passed for two touchdowns and the Atlanta Falcons ended their six-game slide with a 26-9 victory over the Saints on Sunday that stopped New Orleans’ six-game winning streak. Atlanta’s defense stunningly dominated New Orleans’ normally stout offensive line. Coming in with an NFL low seven sacks all season, the […]