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Vappie’s pension is thousands of dollars a month, but could a state law impact that?
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Recently retired NOPD Officer Jeffrey Vappie will receive a monthly pension of over $6,000. But after being indicted last week on federal charges, there are questions about whether Vappie could lose some of his pension if convicted. According to the La. Municipal Police Employees Retirement System,...
Local Forecast for Southern MS/AL/LA – 7/25/24: Rain chances this weekend before the heat returns
Good afternoon, everyone! Areas near Hattiesburg, MS, Mobile, AL, and Hammond, LA have been dealing with showers and thunderstorms that have produced minor flooding in some areas. Rain should continue to diminish overnight with only a few light showers possible. The forecast will be very similar over the next few days until the heat and sunshine return for most of the region beginning next week.
New Iberia shooting leaves 1 seriously injured
NEW IBERIA, La. (KADN) — New Iberia police said one person was seriously injured in a shooting Friday afternoon. Investigators said it happened near the corner of Anderson and Field streets in New Iberia around 2:30 p.m. The victim's condition is unknown. The investigation is ongoing.
LA 182 (E. Main St.) from St. Etienne Rd to LA 96 (Terrace Hwy.) Road Closure
BROUSSARD, LA (July 26, 2024) – LA 182 (East Main Street) from St. Etienne Road to LA 96 (Terrace Highway) will have nightly closures on Monday, July 29, and Tuesday, July 30, 2024, from 8:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., weather permitting. This closure is necessary for crews to perform...
What's the latest on effort to repeal, reduce Louisiana state income tax?
Republican Gov. Jeff Landry's goal to repeal or reduce the Louisiana income tax and simplify the state's convoluted tax code will have to wait until at least next year after Legislative leaders said the complexity of the effort requires more study and planning. Republican Senate President Cameron Henry and House Speaker Phillip DeVillier said the Legislature won't call lawmakers into a Special Session this summer but will continue to hold public meetings to "refine" plans to overhaul...
Life In Louisiana And Arkansas More Dangerous Than Any
A new research piece has revealed just how dangerous living in Arkansas or Louisiana really is. According to the findings, Arkansas is the most dangerous state in the entire US and it's closely followed by Louisiana. The storage company, Pink Storage, conducted the study using twenty four key indicators across...
Nick Saban Calls Former LSU Football Star, Lafayette Native a ‘F-ing Problem’
In a recent episode of HBO's "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants," legendary Alabama head coach Nick Saban had high praise for Malik Nabers, a former LSU standout and Lafayette native. Saban's glowing endorsement came during a conversation with Giants head coach Brian Daboll, where he described Nabers as a "f---ing problem" on the field.
Man suspected in Lafayette triple murder indicted by grand jury
A Duson man suspected in three murders in April at a Lafayette apartment complex has been indicted by a Lafayette Parish grand jury. Chad Michael Credeur, 42, was indicted Wednesday on three counts of first-degree murder, according to the District Attorney's Office of the 15th Judicial District Court in Lafayette.
New Details on When and Where Southern Classic Chicken Is Coming to Lafayette, Louisiana
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A popular fried chicken chain is moving to south Louisiana, and now we know where and when construction will start. Southern Classic Chicken, which has several franchises across the state, is set to come to Lafayette before too long, according to a new report from The Acadiana Advocate. The restaurant chain is known for its fried chicken and homestyle sides.
Lafayette Police Officer shot in the line of duty shares her story and road to recovery
It’s been nearly a year since Lafayette Police Officer Hali Bradford was shot, while responding to a domestic disturbance call. The suspect 31-year-old John Nicholas opened fire on officers, hitting Bradford in the right buttock, which caused severe nerve damage and partial paralysis in her left foot. The shooting also killed 19-month-old Kaci Cyprian and injured her older brother, Kaisyn Cyprian, and an elderly woman. Bradford says the rehabilitation has been grueling.
Acadian Culture Day is Around The Corner & Vermilionville is Seeking Nominations for the Acadian Cultural Preservation Award
Brady McKellar, Managing Director with Vermilionville, stopped by News15 at Noon to share the details on Acadian Culture Day. Vermilionville is now accepting nominees for the Acadian Cultural Preservation Award. This prestigious award was established in 1999 honoring the contributions of individuals who actively promote the preservation and. advancement of...
A second Smalls Sliders location will open in Lafayette. Here's what we know.
Smalls Sliders, the Louisiana-based fast casual restaurant chain that has been rapidly expanding across the south, is apparently eyeing a second location in Lafayette. An LLC registered to the local franchise group of Kyle Stakes, Matthew Ory and Dustin Malbrough closed last week on the deal for nearly 2 acres at 803 Bertrand Drive for $1 million, land records show.
Coal power plants cost Americans millions when they didn’t have to, study says
Utility companies in Louisiana saddled in- and out-of-state customers with $340 million in unnecessary costs over the past three years by choosing to run outdated, inefficient coal plants when cleaner, more affordable energy sources were available, according to a recent study an environmental group commissioned. The Natural Resources Defense Council, a coalition of environmental lawyers, […]
SB: Christina Mathews Named Assistant Coach
LAKE CHARLES—McNeese softball head coach James Landreneau has announced the additions of former Louisiana-Lafayette standout pitcher Christina (Hamilton) Mathews to his 2024-25 staff. Mathews, a native of Leesville, Louisiana played for the Ragin' Cajuns from 2011-15 where she appeared in 100 games, posted a career 55-11 record, a 1.99 ERA, 40 complete games, 10 shutouts, 389 strikeouts, and 447.2 innings pitched. While with the Ragin' Cajuns, Mathews was part of two Sun Belt Conference Championship teams (2011, 2014), two runners-up (2012, 2015), and one third place finish (2013). The Cajuns also advanced to the NCAA Tournament throughout her playing career...
Desormeaux banking on depth, experience for Cajuns in 2024
Depth, despite its five letters, is much like a four-letter word in college football at times. Everyone is searching for it, and it is quite difficult to obtain. Some teams have their depth tested more than others, but the idea is to always have plenty of it. The first two seasons for Coach Michael Desormeaux at Louisiana showed a lack of it at times.
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Louisiana Stores to Close
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Monroe, Port Allen, and the Greater New Orleans area might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
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