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Happy New Year, Acadiana!
January 1, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Happy New Year, Acadiana!
The Lafayette Fire Department reported a grease fire damaged the Popeyes on West Pinhook Road. Officials stated the restaurant will remain closed until repairs are completed.
Popeyes on Pinhook Road in Lafayette damaged by grease fire; restaurant closed for repairs
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A Popeyes location in Lafayette will be closed until further notice after a fire on New Year's Eve damaged the restaurant, according to firefighters. The
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January 1, 2026 at 2:35 AM
The Lafayette Fire Department reported a grease fire damaged the Popeyes on West Pinhook Road. Officials stated the restaurant will remain closed until repairs are completed.
The Franklin Police Dept. & Franklin Fire Dept. reported Jrevon Anderson is sought on charges of attempted first-degree murder (3 counts) and aggravated arson after a vehicle fire spread to 2 homes.
Man wanted on attempted murder, arson charges after Franklin fire damages 2 homes
FRANKLIN, La. (NEWS 15) — A man is wanted on attempted murder and arson charges after a vehicle fire that spread to two homes in Franklin just a couple of
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January 1, 2026 at 12:08 AM
The Franklin Police Dept. & Franklin Fire Dept. reported Jrevon Anderson is sought on charges of attempted first-degree murder (3 counts) and aggravated arson after a vehicle fire spread to 2 homes.
Lerhonda Carter, 40, was killed in a shooting in Scott, according to police. Joseph James and Jessie Alfred Jr. were arrested.
Woman killed in Scott shooting; 2 men arrested
SCOTT, La. (NEWS 15) — A woman is dead and two men have been arrested after a shooting in Scott, according to police. The victim was identified as Lerhonda Carter,
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December 31, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Lerhonda Carter, 40, was killed in a shooting in Scott, according to police. Joseph James and Jessie Alfred Jr. were arrested.
Javise Jack, 28, of Franklin, is charged with attempted first-degree murder and more after a shooting that sent one victim to the hospital in critical condition.
Franklin shooting leaves victim hospitalized in critical condition; suspect arrested
FRANKLIN, La. (NEWS 15) — One person is hospitalized in critical condition and a suspect is facing attempted murder and other charges after a shooting in Franklin. Javise Jack, 28,
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December 31, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Javise Jack, 28, of Franklin, is charged with attempted first-degree murder and more after a shooting that sent one victim to the hospital in critical condition.
Chilly Start Gives Way to Warm-Up and Showers
Chilly Start Gives Way to Warm-Up and Showers
Frost and freezing temperatures are possible this morning, especially inland from the immediate coast, which is certainly cooler than what we typically expect for this time of year, so please
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December 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Chilly Start Gives Way to Warm-Up and Showers
Monday Mangé: Lizzie's Dirty Margarita
Monday Mangé: Lizzie's Dirty Margarita
(NEWS 15) — On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Stacey Dempsey and Al Hebert visit Lizzie's, a fairly new restaurant located in downtown New Iberia. Kyle
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December 30, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Monday Mangé: Lizzie's Dirty Margarita
UPDATE: Motorcyclist killed in crash with tow truck identified as Christopher Fontenot, 53, of Lafayette. Police reported the tow truck driver was ticketed.
Motorcyclist dies in crash with tow truck in Lafayette; tow truck driver ticketed
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a tow truck, according to the Lafayette Police Department. Police stated the driver of the tow truck was
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December 30, 2025 at 7:38 PM
UPDATE: Motorcyclist killed in crash with tow truck identified as Christopher Fontenot, 53, of Lafayette. Police reported the tow truck driver was ticketed.
A motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a tow truck, according to the Lafayette Police Department. The name of the person killed is being withheld until the family is notified.
Motorcyclist dies in crash with tow truck in Lafayette
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a tow truck, according to the Lafayette Police Department. The name of the person killed is being withheld
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December 30, 2025 at 5:39 PM
A motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a tow truck, according to the Lafayette Police Department. The name of the person killed is being withheld until the family is notified.
Cooler Start Followed by Warming Trend
Cooler Start Followed by Warming Trend
We're in for a bit of a mixed bag as we head through the next several days. Initially, we're expecting to see a cooler airmass settle in, with gusty northerly
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December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Cooler Start Followed by Warming Trend
Covering Your Health: Flu Season Update
Covering Your Health: Flu Season Update
(NEWS 15) — Influenza activity is on the rise, with peak season still three weeks away. Louisiana, New York, and Colorado are leading the nation with very high influenza-like activity.
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December 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Covering Your Health: Flu Season Update
A baby is dead after a house fire in Breaux Bridge, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal. The fire's cause and origin remain under investigation.
Baby dies in Breaux Bridge house fire, 3 others injured
BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (NEWS 15) — A baby is dead after a house fire in Breaux Bridge, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal. Deputy marshals reported the
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December 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
A baby is dead after a house fire in Breaux Bridge, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal. The fire's cause and origin remain under investigation.
Lafayette Fire Department issues fireworks safety reminder
Lafayette Fire Department issues fireworks safety reminder
LAFAYETTE, La. — The Lafayette Fire Department reminds residents that setting off fireworks within the city limits of Lafayette is strictly prohibited. Fireworks may only be used in the unincorporated
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December 29, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Lafayette Fire Department issues fireworks safety reminder
The holiday season was marred by a deadly stabbing on Christmas Eve, according to the New Iberia Police Department. Names have not yet been released.
New Iberia stabbing on Christmas Eve leaves 1 dead
NEW IBERIA, La. (NEWS 15) — The holiday season was marred by a deadly stabbing on Christmas Eve, according to the New Iberia Police Department. Authorities said they have identified
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December 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The holiday season was marred by a deadly stabbing on Christmas Eve, according to the New Iberia Police Department. Names have not yet been released.
Colder Air and Gusty Winds
Colder Air and Gusty Winds
We are starting the day off with a chilly, blustery feel as a cold front begins to move out of the area. We'll see lingering clouds and those strong northerly
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December 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Colder Air and Gusty Winds
Lafayette warming shelter opening due to forecasted freezing temperatures
Lafayette warming shelter opening due to forecasted freezing temperatures
LAFAYETTE, La. — In response to forecasted freezing temperatures, Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) and the Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) will open a warming shelter
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December 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Lafayette warming shelter opening due to forecasted freezing temperatures
Tyler Shough rallies Saints with big second half to beat Titans, 34-26
Tyler Shough rallies Saints with big second half to beat Titans, 34-26
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tyler Shough threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Kevin Austin Jr. with 6:22 left to put New Orleans Saints ahead to stay as they rallied from
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December 28, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Tyler Shough rallies Saints with big second half to beat Titans, 34-26
Near-Record Warmth Today Gives Way to Gusty Winds and a Sharp Cold Blast
Near-Record Warmth Today Gives Way to Gusty Winds and a Sharp Cold Blast
Acadiana is in the middle of a dramatic weather turnaround, beginning with near-record warmth today before transitioning to much colder and windier conditions to start the new week.
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December 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Near-Record Warmth Today Gives Way to Gusty Winds and a Sharp Cold Blast
Unseasonably Warm Conditions Give Way to a Significant Cold Snap
Unseasonably Warm Conditions Give Way to a Significant Cold Snap
It's been incredibly warm across Acadiana lately, and we will continue to see those near-record high temperatures holding on today and into tomorrow. We're talking highs in the low 80s,
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December 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Unseasonably Warm Conditions Give Way to a Significant Cold Snap
LSU falls to Houston, 38-35, in Texas Bowl
LSU falls to Houston, 38-35, in Texas Bowl
HOUSTON (AP) — LSU jumped out to an early two-score lead but Houston rallied to come away with a 38-35 victory over the Tigers in the final game for LSU
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December 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
LSU falls to Houston, 38-35, in Texas Bowl
Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Ahead of Significant Cold Snap
Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Ahead of Significant Cold Snap
We're currently experiencing, and will continue to see through the weekend, temperatures that are unseasonably warm. In fact, we're talking near record highs each day through Sunday, with readings well
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December 26, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Ahead of Significant Cold Snap
Merry Christmas, Acadiana!!
December 25, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Merry Christmas, Acadiana!!
New Iberia shooting leaves man dead
New Iberia shooting leaves man dead
NEW IBERIA, La. (NEWS 15) — A man is dead after a shooting in New Iberia. The Iberia Parish Coroner's Office identified the victim as Anthony Thomas, 34. The New
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December 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
New Iberia shooting leaves man dead
Warm Holiday Continues
Warm Holiday Continues
Christmas Day will be quite warm, with temperatures climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s. For context, that's about 14 to 21 degrees warmer than what we usually expect.
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December 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Warm Holiday Continues
Brothers Billy Decou, 32, and Broc Decou, 31, both of Youngsville, have been arrested after a home was broken into and the person inside was beaten, according to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office.
Youngsville brothers arrested for home invasion
YOUNGSVILLE, La. (NEWS 15) — Two brothers from Youngsville have been arrested after a home was broken into and the person inside was beaten, according to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's
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December 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Brothers Billy Decou, 32, and Broc Decou, 31, both of Youngsville, have been arrested after a home was broken into and the person inside was beaten, according to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office.