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Man arrested after shooting, killing ex-wife in New Iberia, police say
A man surrendered himself to the New Iberia Police Department after he fatally shot his ex-wife on Saturday. Terry Lynn James, Sr., 47, was arrested Saturday and faces charges of second-degree murder and obstruction of justice, according to a New Iberia Police Department announcement. Police responded at 8:50 p.m. to...
Watch Wayne Toups in Vintage 1996 Performance and Interview on ‘Nashville Now’
Lafayette’s own Wayne Toups, the legendary Grammy-award-winning Cajun Zydeco musician, recently treated fans to a delightful blast from the past. On his official YouTube channel, Toups shared a clip from his 1996 appearance on the popular show "Nashville Now," where he and his band brought their signature “ZyDeCajun” sound to the national stage.
Major Grocery Chain in Louisiana and Texas Under Fire for Pricing, Privacy Concerns
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A grocery chain with stores across Texas and Louisiana is facing scrutiny in the Senate over new electronic shelf tags, which critics say will lead to unfair pricing. Also of concern to those critics? Privacy issues stemming from small cameras including in some of the...
A $300 million entertainment hub is coming to this Gulf Coast city. Here are the plans.
One of the most recognizable structures in a large Gulf Coast city is being demolished and a $300 million "world-class entertainment destination" will be built in its place. The Mobile Civic Center opened in 1964 and has for decades hosted some of the largest events in the city, including Alabama Mardi Gras galas, sporting events, theater performances and concerts.
Gov. Landry to outline key agenda items, break ground on Jimmie Davis Bridge project during NW Louisiana visit
SHREVEPORT, La. - Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has two very important stops to make in Shreveport-Bossier City on Tuesday. He'll attend the Bossier City Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Bossier Civic Center where he'll deliver his State of the State Address at 11:30 a.m. He's expected to outline his key agenda items and initiatives for shaping Louisiana's economic, social and infrastructural landscape.
DCFS Opens SUN Bucks Applications for Phase 3
BATON ROUGE, La. - The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) announced the opening of the Phase 3 SUN Bucks application period on August 19, 2024. While most children who qualify for SUN Bucks were automatically enrolled and provided benefits during Phases 1 and 2, some families will need to complete an application to receive benefits.
Louisiana Shoppers Upset Over New Costco Shopping Restrictions
Shopping at Costco makes me feel like a bit of a rule-breaker. I’ve been known to circle back for an extra sample just minutes after grabbing my first one—no disguise needed. And let’s just say I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve used Mom’s Costco card for my own shopping trips.
Louisiana Man Arrested Transporting 90 Pounds Of Marijuana On Hwy 59
A Louisiana man was arrested Monday afternoon for transporting illegal substances through Harrison County, Texas while traveling on US Highway 59 in Marshall. When you're on the interstate or driving a Texas highway you have no idea what the other drivers around you are carrying with them or what's in their trailers. For the most part, it's just ordinary and everyday kind of things for work or play. But every once in a while that car or truck next to you could be transporting some illegal substances.
Louisiana Anticipating Rare August ‘Cool Front’
As we attempt to survive the summer days in the Deep South, we may soon have more relief on the way. A few days ago we were blessed with lower humidity levels for a few days and mornings as a Canadian "cool front" pushed south, and another front could reach much of Louisiana by the middle part of the week of August 19, 2024.
Iowa mayor addresses recall petition, townhome development
IOWA, La. (KPLC) - Iowa mayor Neal Watkins held a news conference today to address a new townhome development and the petition for his recall, which he says is harming the town. The news conference was called concerning the Vineyards of Iowa, a multi-family affordable housing development that will soon...
Louisiana lawmakers support funding for juvenile detention centers
(The Center Square) – Juvenile justice in Louisiana lacks the funding needed to properly support the increasing number of youth offenders. That's why legislators during the first meeting of the Criminal Justice Priority Funding Commission on Monday discussed ways to prioritize money for juvenile expenses. The commission was created in June when the governor signed Senate Bill 431. The bill gives the committee the power to decide on another important...
Major Grocery Chain in Louisiana and Texas Under Fire for Pricing, Privacy Concerns
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A grocery chain with stores across Texas and Louisiana is facing scrutiny in the Senate over new electronic shelf tags, which critics say will lead to unfair pricing. Also of concern to those critics? Privacy issues stemming from small cameras including in some of the...
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