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Residents of Vermilion Parish are organizing online to demand transparency and have a voice in discussions about a potential SpaceX aerospace project in their community. Frustrated by the lack of public information and involvement in the decision-making process, locals are mobilizing to ensure their concerns are heard by government officials.
Leer másAn Army staff sergeant's wife was removed from a deportation flight to Brazil after a mysterious phone call during the flight, and ICE returned her to her home in Louisiana. The incident involved an apparent reversal of her deportation order mid-flight.
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Congressman Clay Higgins will host a public town hall meeting in New Iberia on Tuesday, August 18, to discuss his congressional work and address issues affecting South Louisiana residents. The event provides constituents an opportunity to engage directly with their representative.
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U.S. Representative Clay Higgins held a town hall meeting at American Legion Post 15 in Crowley where he addressed residents on various Acadiana issues. The meeting started cordially but tensions rose as Higgins and attendees engaged in substantive debate about matters affecting the local area.
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Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.) reportedly traded Meta stock after signing a non-disclosure agreement with the company, raising questions about her stock trading practices. The congresswoman from Louisiana's 5th district has faced ongoing scrutiny about her trading activities since announcing her candidacy for the U.S. Senate race.
Leer másJohn Dayries has announced his candidacy for Police Chief of the Town of Maurice. Dayries says he will provide professional leadership, strengthen community partnerships, and work to keep Maurice as one of the safest communities in the region.
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The Franklin Fire Department and St. Mary Parish Government failed to reach a new agreement on fire protection services for Fire District 5 following discussions on Wednesday night. The Franklin Fire Department has provided fire protection to the district for nearly four decades, but negotiations for a renewed contract remain unresolved.
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The town of Melville has been subject to a state audit that revealed financial and utility discrepancies within the municipality. In response to the audit findings, town officials are planning to launch a water meter project while maintaining that the issues identified are less severe than reported and don't reflect the full scope of the community's progress.
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Louisiana's attorney general has championed a new state law designed to combat fraud schemes and protect taxpayer dollars. The legislation represents part of broader efforts to increase financial accountability and prevent misuse of public funds.
Leer másThe Lafayette Police Department's main headquarters will be closed for routine building maintenance from Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16, 2026. During this closure, residents should be aware of the temporary unavailability of the main office.
Leer másLake Charles city council approved plans to purchase property and construct a hardened disaster resilience hub to support recovery efforts following future disasters. The facility will serve as a critical infrastructure asset for the community's emergency response capabilities.
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The Lafayette District Attorney's Office has determined there was no violation by the Lafayette Parish School System regarding the closure and repurposing of Comeaux High School. The decision comes after reviewing a complaint filed by former school board member and state representative Rickey Hardy challenging the school's closure.
Leer másKaplan City Court will close from 8:30 am to noon on Wednesday, August 12, due to a power outage. According to Kaplan City Judge F. Stanton Hardee III, the closure will affect half of the business day.
Leer másFormer police chief Luis Padilla, who previously pleaded guilty to a civil rights violation, has technically qualified to run for his former position. However, prosecutors have informed KATC that his candidacy would violate the terms of his plea agreement.
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Congressman Clay Higgins will host a town hall meeting in Crowley on Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 15. The event will allow constituents to ask questions and discuss his work in Congress.
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The Lafayette City Marshal's Office announced that an internal financial investigation has led to the arrest of an employee on embezzlement charges. During an internal audit, discrepancies were discovered in the office's financial accounts, prompting a formal review by the Marshal's Office.
Leer másLafayette's City-Parish Government (LCG) is reminding residents of local regulations governing temporary campaign signs before the November 3, 2026 election. The reminder covers sign placement rules and other requirements that candidates and campaign supporters must follow.
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Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced new temporary campaign sign rules that take effect August 5, 2026. Campaign signs must comply with specific placement and size regulations outlined in the Lafayette Development Code.
Leer másLafayette Parish is planning to take on $77 million in debt through bonds to address growing infrastructure needs in unincorporated areas as the parish population continues to expand. The parish government is relying on these bond measures to fund necessary infrastructure improvements to keep pace with development.
Leer másThe Louisiana Legislative Auditor has released an audit containing details about an arrest made by the Lafayette City Marshal's Office in January, providing more information than was initially disclosed by the office at the time of the arrest.
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Lafayette Consolidated Government is hosting a public meeting this week to discuss a new growth plan for the parish. The meeting aims to gather resident input on addressing concerns related to rapid population growth, including traffic congestion and infrastructure challenges.
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Chris Domingue has been appointed as the new fire chief for the Scott Fire Department, replacing Chad P. Sonnier who has transitioned to another role. The leadership change reflects the department's continued operations in the Scott community.
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Louisiana State Representative Danny McCormick plans to introduce legislation next spring to ban Flock cameras, which he claims represent an invasion of privacy due to their mass surveillance and vehicle tracking capabilities. The proposal addresses growing concerns about the privacy implications of these camera systems that have become increasingly prevalent.
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KLFY News has been recognized as the top local news station in the Acadiana market for July, achieving the highest viewership across all broadcast time slots. This recognition highlights the station's strong performance and audience engagement in the region.
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