We Are Lafayette

A Navy serviceman faces federal charges after flying a 14-year-old Lafayette girl to Virginia using a fake birthdate and a paid flight. Minimum 10 years in prison.

A local high school visit goes sideways after rapper Boosie Badazz's appearance, leaving many scratching their heads over the principal's sudden leave.

Friday's Cajuns-Georgia State opener is postponed to Saturday, creating a doubleheader around Jonathan Lucroy's 2 p.m. jersey retirement at Russo Park.

Firehouse Subs is so proud of their new sandwich they've just announced they want give you one for free...if you have one of these 7 names.

A new opioid stronger than fentanyl is circulating in counterfeit pills, raising overdose risks in Louisiana and beyond.

As grocery prices climb, a little help is on the way. Tune in to see how you could score a shopping spree this summer!

A mysterious figure, an evening yard work session, and a dash of local lore — this Sasquatch sighting has everyone talking.

Not every creature in the Gulf off of the coast of Louisiana is deadly, but there are several that can cause serious harm if you’re not careful.

The 2026 Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival runs May 1–3 at Parc Hardy. Full Cajun and Zydeco music lineup, crawfish events, and admission from $5 to $15 per day.

Crossing guard Katy Wells was killed Thursday in Denham Springs while directing traffic at an elementary school. Darren Goudeau, 64, was arrested on vehicular homicide charges.

Imagine an evening where good conversation and live music replace the typical bar scene; that's the new vibe in town for older adults.

Northside High’s principal is on leave after a reported Boosie visit, raising questions about policy and approval within LPSS.