LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)- Experts are warning of tricks used to scam older adults. No matter your age, no one is immune to scams. However, older adults report higher median losses. Scammers often target this group with schemes, such as investment fraud and romance scams, where victims lose thousands of dollars. “They’re targeting the elderly because first […]
Mayor Ben Zahn said that the number of coronavirus disease cases in Kenner is “by far the worst” for municipalities in Jefferson Parish. (WWL-TV)- Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn issued an emergency mask order Thursday morning requiring anyone entering commercial or public buildings in the city to require a protective mask. The mandatory mask order goes […]
BATON ROUGE, La. (From Governor John Bel Edward’s Office) — A member of Gov. John Bel Edwards’ team tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday evening, the Governor’s office disclosed on Thursday morning. The individual is currently asymptomatic and will be in self-quarantine for 14 days, as will staff members with close contact to this person. The […]
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Small businesses hit by the COVID-19 pandemic will qualify for $15,000 grants this summer, as Louisiana’s treasury prepares to distribute $260 million in federal funds. The state will start taking applications for grants July 28, Treasurer John Schroder announced Wednesday. State lawmakers crafted the program in their spring legislative session. […]
Lafayette, La (KLFY) – In response to the significant increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, Lafayette General Health is returning to Total Visitor Restrictions. In order to maintain an environment of infection control, visitors will not be allowed into the facilities. Hospital officials say families are encouraged to use alternate means of communication such as FaceTime, Skype […]
OPELOUSAS, LA (KLFY) – Opelousas Police are investigating an early morning shooting that left one victim in serious condition. Officers responded to the scene near the intersection of Hall and Ferns Streets around 12:30 a.m. Upon arrival, police found one male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. That victim was transported to a local hospital. […]
The hazy, hot, and muggy weather from yesterday repeats again for today as more Saharan Dust sits over the Gulf Coast. Temperatures this morning are in the upper 70s, by the afternoon highs are expected to near 93°. The muggy air will push heat index values back into the low 100s! Rain chances should remain […]
LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. (KLFY) — The cities of Broussard and Youngsville will host fireworks displays for public viewing. Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office Public Affairs Director Ashley Rodrigue says the state has no headcount limitation on outside gatherings. “If you are going, then wear a face mask and try to maintain 6 feet. Plus, there’s […]
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)- The monument of Confederate general Alfred Mouton will be removed, according to a statement by Mayor-President Josh Guillory Wednesday. For nearly a century, the statue has remained in downtown Lafayette and its symbolic presence has been a source of controversy for decades. Read Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory’s statement on the statue’s removal […]
Both LGH and Our Lady of Lourdes are among five hospitals in the state with the highest number of COVID-positive patients. LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)- Both Lafayette’s main health care facilities are facing a resurgence in COVID-19 cases they say is connected to the state entering the second phase of reopening its economy. Dr. Amanda Logue […]
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The Lafayette Parish School System will be holding in-person graduation ceremonies July 9-11 at the Cajundome, and administrators are putting safety precautions in place due to COVID-19, according to a press release. LPSS said they plan to institute social distancing standards at Phase 1 levels of occupancy, even though Louisiana is […]