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Council Preview: City council to receive update on Himbola Manor

The Lafayette City Council will receive an update on Himbola Manor, an apartment complex that was found in egregious violation of over 100 city maintenance codes more than two years ago. The council will discuss the current state of the property and determine what steps should be taken next to address the ongoing issues.

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KATC10h ago
Local Government & Politics

Gov. Landry calls Daylight Saving Time ‘stupid’ in social media post

Governor Jeff Landry took to social media to criticize Daylight Saving Time as "stupid," joining President Donald Trump's push for the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act. The issue has drawn attention from Louisiana's state leadership as the federal government considers making daylight saving time permanent nationwide.

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KLFY12h ago
Local Government & Politics

Louisiana voters urged to prepare for long ballots, lines on Election Day

Louisiana election officials are warning voters to expect potentially long lines and complex ballots for the November 3 election. Voters in the state, including those in Acadiana, are being urged to prepare ahead of time and arrive early to polling places.

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The Current16h ago
Local Government & Politics

Lafayette activist sues U.S. Rep. Higgins over Facebook blocking

Lafayette activist Matthew Humphrey is suing U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins, alleging the congressman unconstitutionally blocked him from Higgins' Facebook page in 2024. Humphrey contends the blocking violates his First Amendment rights to free speech and petition.

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