Friday, September 18, 2026Headlines from KATC, KLFY & The Current · Updated hourlyVol. I · No. 98
Local Government & PoliticsKLFY

Himbola Manor to be demolished as LCG announces relocation plan

Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced plans to demolish Himbola Manor apartments following inspections that deemed many units unlivable. Tenants are facing relocation, with federal assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to help with the transition.

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KLFY15h ago
Local Government & Politics

Former Iberia Parish sheriff, state legislator Errol 'Romo' Romero dies at 89

Errol A. 'Romo' Romero, Sr., a former Iberia Parish sheriff and state legislator, has died at age 89. Romero served in multiple leadership roles representing the Acadiana region throughout his career in law enforcement and public service.

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KLFY16h ago
Local Government & Politics

Study names Louisiana as second-least happy state in the US

A WalletHub study ranks Louisiana as the second-least happy state in the US, based on quality of life measures across multiple categories. The findings suggest that happier states tend to offer residents a higher overall quality of life in areas like employment, healthcare, education, and community engagement.

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KLFY1d ago
Local Government & Politics

New QR code decals coming to Louisiana in 2027

Louisiana will eliminate mandatory vehicle inspection stickers on January 1, 2027, replacing them with QR code stickers under the new Louisiana Vehicle Identification Program. Drivers will receive the QR code stickers when renewing vehicle registrations through the Office of Motor Vehicles or licensed public tag agents.

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