The University of Louisiana at Lafayette will continue to deliver some of its courses virtually through Feb. 4, according to an announcement by officials this morning.
Reports are coming out of the Lake Charles area, including from KPLC-TV, that an explosion has occurred at a chemical plant in Westlake.
CROWLEY, La. (KLFY) -- A man was arrested over the weekend on multiple charges stemming from a shooting that endangered a woman and her two children, according to the Crowley Police Department (CPD). Rehnquest Charles is facing the following charges: Attempted second-degree murder Domestic abuse strangulation Child endangerment Home invasion Criminal damage to property/theft On [...]
AT&T announced it is bringing 2-gig and 5-gig fiber broadband internet speeds to portions of Lafayette for both residential and business use.
CHURCH POINT, La. (KLFY) -- A woman was found dead Wednesday morning after a house fire in Church Point, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal. State Fire Marshal deputies were called to a house fire in the 400 block of S. Broadway in Church Point at around 7 a.m. Wednesday morning. A [...]
The time is once again here for Family Gras! Watch as event organizers unveil the names of some of music's hottest names who will headline the event.
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Three people are facing charges relating to a shooting that happened Sunday evening on Marigny Circle, according to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office (LPSO). At around 7 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 23, LPSO detectives were notified of a shooting in the 200 block of Marigny Circle. Two men were involved in [...]
BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (KLFY) -- Multiple stolen vehicles were recovered in Breaux Bridge, and two people were arrested after a vehicle driving recklessly lead to a foot chase, according to the Breaux Bridge Police Department (BBPD), but more arrests and stolen property are expected in the investigation. Jamarcus Butler, 18, of Houston, and a juvenile, [...]
A Lafayette man is in critical condition this morning after police say he was shot while being robbed Tuesday night in the 100 block of Martin St.
Whether it's non-affordable rent, lack of adequate mental health care, or a result of the pandemic — homelessness is on the rise in Acadiana.
This Saturday, Jan. 29, the 16th annual "Battle for the Paddle" gumbo cook off will be held in Downtown Opelousas at 521 E. Landry St.
Let's get you caught up on today's top stories as you head out the door with News 10's Morning Rush.
France has a new law that bans so-called conversion therapies and authorizes jail time and fines for practitioners who use the scientifically discredited practice to attempt to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of LGBTQ people.
Every other week on Wednesday mornings, News 10 will be spotlighting local animal shelters and the animals they have available for adoption or fostering.
Hundreds of volumes from RBG's library are now available in an online auction.
EVANGELINE PARISH, La. (KLFY) -- Staffing shortages continue to plague every industry in the country, including law enforcement agencies. In Evangeline Parish, Sheriff Charles Guillory says he is struggling to recruit and staff the next generation of officers. "I tried hiring police and deputies in specialized fields. There are only so many going around," Guillory [...]
LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) — Funeral services will be held this Saturday for longtime south Louisiana photojournalist Peter Piazza Jr. Piazza died Jan. 20 at age 71, according to Walters Funeral Home. His work history included time as a photographer for the Abbeville Meridional and as a videographer at KLFY-TV in Lafayette, but most of his [...]
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office operates a Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) that allows the department to track suspects and send law enforcement to their location. According to LPSO, a case in point was in the City of Scott where he says an attempted abduction suspect was identified, located, and apprehended in [...]
UPDATE: 9: 15 p.m. The train's mechanic issues have been repaired and the tracks have reopened. NEW IBERIA, La. (KLFY) -- A train having mechanical issues has blocked multiple railroad crossings throughout the city of New Iberia. Motorist are being asked to avoid the railroad crossings from Lewis Street to Corrine Street. According to New [...]
A St. Mary Parish woman can never work as a tax preparer again after pleading guilty to multiple fraud charges, according to the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR).
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Governor John Bel Edwards' proposal to increase the pay of k-12 teachers and staff is facing controversy. News Ten's Rodricka Taylor is digging into how this proposal will affect Acadiana teachers. For teachers in schools throughout Acadiana, the salary increase is needed and welcomed but the increase would still mean teachers [...]
The news comes after the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that OSHA did not have the authority to require such mandates for businesses.
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Lafayette Mayor President Josh Guillory on Tuesday announced that he has appointed retired US Army Colonel and combat veteran, Michael Hicks as his chief of staff. In his new role, Hicks will serve as a gatekeeper and adviser to the mayor. According to Guillory, he will oversee and coordinate unprecedented infrastructure [...]
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- The Lafayette Police Narcotics Unit recently conducted a narcotics investigation that lead to the recovery of 7.6 pounds of high-grade marijuana, valued at $69,100, according to the Lafayette Police Department (LPD). On January 21, the LPD Narcotics Unit, along with the New Iberia Police Department, found that the marijuana belonged to [...]
Dennis Allen, Saints defensive coordinator since November of 2015, is the clubhouse favorite to the next head coach of the New Orleans Saints following the unexpected retirement of Sean Payton on Monday.