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Daniel Callihan Denies Murder and Kidnapping, Faces Potential Death Penalty
Alleged killer and kidnapper Daniel Callihan previously confessed to being the one responsible for the Murder of Callie Brunett and the kidnapping of her two daughters, one of which was found deceased in a wooded area in Jackson, Mississippi. He blamed the side effects of his antidepressant medication for his crimes, "I’m on Lexapro. Sober. No drugs in my system. I did it".
New Fried Chicken Joint + Asian Restaurant Among New Additions Coming to Lafayette Area
It seems that every time you turn around some new restaurant is popping up in the Lafayette, Louisiana area. And that beat rolls on. First, it appears that Scott is getting a new fried chicken joint. The owners of the Texas-based regional chain Golden Chick just bought some land in the Destination Pointe development in front of Super 1 Foods.
5 Things to Know Before You Go: Superior Grill Now Open in Lafayette
Today, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, marks the official opening of Superior Grill in Lafayette. After having the privilege to preview the restaurant during its training phase late last week, I can confidently say it was worth the wait. There are many incredible details that are better for you to experience...
Louisiana Essentials You Can Find Cheap for Amazon Prime Day
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - It's that time of the year again, no I'm not talking about the peak of hurricane season or the hottest days of summer. I'm talking about Amazon Prime Day, a 'holiday' that didn't exist before July 15, 2015!. Prime Day is the day that the...
Become an Instant Millionaire With Any of These 27 Texas Lottery Scratch Offs
Me and a coworker were talking recently about what seven figure money number we'd be comfortable having in our bank account. My answer was $2.5 million. I could buy a house and a good car for my fiancé and me, about $500,000 for those. We could pay for our wedding and have a nice honeymoon, about $50,000 for those. That's my Lindale math working there but I think those numbers are reasonable. Everything else would sit in the bank to take care of everything else.
Lafayette Parish Schools Start School Year With Staggered Schedule
Students will soon be returning to the classroom in Lafayette Parish, but students will not all show up at the same time. To ease the burden of many, parents included, the Lafayette Parish School System has announced a staggered schedule for when students do return to the classroom. As you'll...
Truck Crashes Through Louisiana Convenience Store, Injuries Unknown
An unfortunate incident happened on Monday afternoon in Livingston Parish as a truck accidentally drove through a convenience store in Denham Springs. The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office shared pictures of the crash on social media, which looked pretty bad. The crash happened at a store located near the corner of...
Louisiana Low-Tech Hack: Save Hundreds on Your Power Bill
Some people are offended by the term "Redneck". I am not. I have been accused of being one and I don't mind the moniker at all. The term, which is generally applied as a description of residents of the southern United States who happen to live in predominantly rural areas has been a source of humor and inspiration over the years.
Target Announces Store Policy Change – Is It Coming to Louisiana?
You can find a Target Store in just about every major city in Louisiana. The Minneapolis Minnesota-based retailer has locations in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, and several other locations in the greater New Orleans Metro area. Many shoppers view the store as an "upgrade" from Walmart Stores but the two giant retailers offer many of the same items and their prices are often comparable.
Louisiana Here’s the Truth About Texas Roadhouse Rolls
Judging by the line you can see waiting outside to get into Texas Roadhouse in Lafayette on a Friday or Saturday night it's safe to say the place is popular among Louisiana diners. Texas Roadhouse, in addition to its location in Lafayette, Texas Roadhouse has locations in Baton Rouge, Harvey, Shreveport, Monroe, and several other cities in Louisiana.
Trump Appears at RNC with Bandaged Ear, Days After Assassination Attempt
GOP delegates cheered as Donald Trump took the stage at Monday’s Republican National Convention kickoff, less than two days after an assassination attempt on the former president and shortly after he announced Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his vice presidential pick. LOOK: What major laws were passed the year...
Lafayette Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying iPad Theft Suspect
The Lafayette Crime Stoppers and the Lafayette Police Department are seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a theft at a local Best Buy. On July 5, at approximately 2:00 PM, an unidentified Asian male entered the Best Buy store located at 5627 Ambassador Caffery Parkway. The suspect proceeded to remove an iPad 13 Pro, valued at $1,300, from one of the displays. The individual managed to cut the security cable securing the device before exiting the premises.
Alleged Donald Trump Shooter Spotted Nearly 30 Minutes Before Shots Fired
Signs of trouble were evident in the minutes before shots rang out at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania: Police had a report of a suspicious man pacing near the magnetometers and were apparently exchanging photos of the suspect. Witnesses pointed and shouted at an armed man on a nearby roof.
Major Crash Shuts Down I-10 in Lafayette
Another major crash has shut down I-10. Multiple sources report that a major crash has led to the shutdown of I-10 westbound near I-49 in Lafayette. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to seek an alternate route. Here's a statement from the Lafayette Pollice Department:. "Traffic is being...
Cool Front Pushing Further Southward, Cooler Days for Louisiana?
The heat is on in Louisiana and we will take any type of break from the extreme temperatures this summer. Fall is still several weeks away and the days of cool fronts in Louisiana are nowhere near, however, we may see a cool front reach some southern states in the days ahead.
Breaux Bridge Man Drowns After Car Plunges into Pond
Louisiana State Police released a statement that a Breaux Bridge man died after crashing into a private pond. Early Sunday morning, around 7:00 a.m., a Louisiana State Trooper was called to investigate the accident, which took place on Louisiana Highway 93 south of Grand Lake Drive in St. Landry Parish.
Report: Donald Trump Has Made His Vice Presidential Pick
Former President Donald Trump has made his decision on his vice presidential pick and will be unveiling his choice Monday afternoon on the first day of the Republican National Convention, according to a person familiar with the plans. Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum have both...
Travel Advisory: Cameron Ferry Out of Service
Cameron Parish, Louisiana – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced that the Cameron Ferry in Cameron Parish is currently out of service. This temporary cessation is due to essential maintenance work. DOTD has not specified how long the ferry will be unavailable but assures the public that updates will be provided once the ferry is back in operation.
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