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Rick Edmonds has launched a political attack against State Sen. Blake Miguez in the race for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District, claiming that Miguez is not from the area and cannot understand local voters' concerns. The statement comes shortly after Miguez qualified to run for the U.S. House seat representing the region.
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The Atchafalaya Basinkeeper and St. Landry Parish Government convened a public meeting to address critical flood and sedimentation risks affecting the Atchafalaya Basin. The meeting focused on developing long-term management strategies to protect the region from flooding and environmental degradation.
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Lafayette is working to balance compassion for homeless individuals with public safety concerns regarding panhandling on highways and roadways. State law prohibits panhandling on interstate highways, right-of-way, and exit ramps, with violators facing fines up to $200. Local lawmakers and community leaders are discussing how to address this issue while maintaining safety on local roads.
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New Iberia Police Chief Todd D'Albor was honored at a community gathering Thursday as family, friends, and fellow law enforcement officers paid their respects. D'Albor spent more than three decades in law enforcement and left a significant legacy of leadership in the New Iberia Police Department.
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Lindsay "Rubia" Garcia, who filed a lawsuit against Louisiana over delayed congressional elections, has officially qualified to run for the state's 6th Congressional District. Garcia challenged the governor's decision to postpone the elections after some ballots had already been cast.
Read moreYoungsville honored former Police Chief Earl P. Menard one year after his death by renaming the Youngsville Police Department's patrol building in his memory. The city recognized his legacy and contributions to the police department and community.
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The Lafayette Parish Library is planning a new strategy to secure voter approval for a property tax renewal millage in December, after a similar measure failed in May. The library is seeking community support to fund its operations and services.
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The Youngsville Police Department held a dedication ceremony to rename its patrol building in honor of late Chief Earl Menard, recognizing his 28 years of dedicated service to the department. The Chief Earl Menard Patrol Building stands as a tribute to his leadership and contributions to the Youngsville community.
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The Community Foundation of Acadiana honored four Louisiana law enforcement agencies, including the St. Martin Sheriff's Office and Carencro Police Department, during its seventh annual Leaders in Law Enforcement Awards ceremony. The recognition event was held at the City Club in River Ranch, celebrating excellence in local law enforcement.
Read moreA federal judge has rejected Alex Murdaugh's attempt to recover $600,000 in legal fees from a former court clerk whose misconduct led to his murder convictions being overturned on appeal. The ruling means Murdaugh will not be able to seek financial compensation from the clerk through this federal lawsuit.
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Funeral services for New Iberia Police Chief Todd D'Albor are scheduled for Thursday, August 6. Local authorities have announced specific traffic closures and law enforcement coverage updates for the day of the services.
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Qualifying has begun for candidates running in U.S. House races across Louisiana ahead of the November open primary election. This filing period allows candidates to officially register their candidacies for the upcoming federal elections.
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The Lafayette Police Department has introduced Tosca, a German Shorthaired Pointer, as its first explosive detection canine. The dog will serve with the agency's Event and Emergency Task Team to enhance public safety during events and emergency situations.
Read moreFormer St. Martin Parish official M-P Guillory's malfeasance trial has been rescheduled for November. Guillory was indicted in February on four counts of malfeasance in office related to an undisclosed drainage operation that cleared spoil banks along the Vermilion River.
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Louisiana has enacted a new law that prohibits the use of children's images to create AI-generated sexual abuse material. According to Attorney General Liz Murrill, this legislation aims to protect children from the misuse of artificial intelligence technology.
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President Trump approved federal disaster assistance for five Louisiana parishes affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, according to Governor Jeff Landry and Congresswoman Julia Letlow. The aid will help residents and communities recover from the tropical storm's impacts.
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The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services will launch HomeReady, a new online system in October to streamline the certification process for foster and kinship caregivers across the state. The new platform aims to simplify what has traditionally been a complex application and approval process for those looking to become licensed caregivers in Louisiana.
Read moreLafayette Parish is preparing for a December election on several tax renewals, including a second attempt at a parish library tax renewal that provides funding for most of the library system's operations. The councils will be calling for these tax renewal votes.
Read moreLafayette Parish is searching for a new director to lead its Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) after the former director transitioned to the position of state fire marshal. The parish has named an interim director while the recruitment process is underway.
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Lafayette Consolidated Government is searching for a new Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP). The position oversees emergency management and preparedness for the city.
Read moreLafayette is searching for a new Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) Director after the previous director accepted the State Fire Marshal position. Christina Dayries, the LCG Chief of Staff, will serve as interim director while the city conducts its search for a permanent replacement.
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A state audit of the St. Mary Parish Council has identified multiple discrepancies in financial or administrative practices that were previously flagged but not properly corrected. The repeated issues suggest a pattern of compliance problems within the parish council's operations.
Read moreChief Todd D'Albor of the New Iberia Police Department has passed away. The New Iberia Police Department announced the loss of their leader, marking a significant change in the department's leadership.
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Scott Fire Chief Chad Sonnier has been appointed as Louisiana State Fire Marshal by Gov. Jeff Landry. Chief Bryan Adams has been promoted to Principal Assistant to the Deputy Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety.
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