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Lafayette Louisiana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Lafayette Louisiana News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Lafayette and Acadiana. From local government and business developments to energy, healthcare, education, public safety, culture, festivals, economic growth, and community events across Lafayette Parish and the Acadiana region, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Louisiana's most…
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Water Outage & Boil Advisory in Vermilion | Lafayette Louisiana News
Water’s going out in Vermilion Parish—Southeast Waterworks District Two is shutting off service Monday, August 17th at 9 PM for six hours to upgrade their…
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Acadiana Heat Wave Warning | Lafayette Louisiana News
Acadiana’s sweltering heat wave is here to stay, with temps hitting the lower 90s by lunch and soaring into the upper 90s by afternoon—feeling like a…
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Heatwave Lingers Through Week | Lafayette Louisiana News
Stay cool as the heatwave lingers through next week with temps hitting 95-100°F and heat index soaring to 105-111°F — hydration and caution are key. Sunny…
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Saints Surge Then Stall in Preseason | Lafayette Louisiana News
Saints roar out of the gate with a 20-6 halftime lead, fueled by Ty Chandler’s kickoff return and Audric Estime’s touchdown — but a second-half collapse turns…
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Heatwave Lingers Through Week | Lafayette Louisiana News
Stay cool as the heatwave lingers through next week with temps hitting 95-100°F and heat index soaring to 105-111°F — hydration and caution are key. Sunny…
- Lafayette Louisiana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Grandfather’s Walker Gets Autographed | Lafayette Louisiana News
At Louisiana’s Fan Day, the football team honored 80-year-old Navy veteran Wade Plaisance—grandfather of kicker Brek Shultz—with a custom off-road walker…
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Indiana Floods Claim Seven Lives | Lafayette Louisiana News
Indiana reels from catastrophic flooding after deadly storms, with at least seven lives lost—including a four-year-old boy and multiple adults—amid…
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Man Drives With Dead Body Across State Lines | Lafayette Louisiana News
A chilling crime unfolded when a 50-year-old man from Baton Rouge allegedly shot his girlfriend, Lanessa Bradford, then drove across state lines with her body…
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Attic Ladder Recall: Stop Using Yours | Lafayette Louisiana News
Over 1.7 million attic ladders are being recalled due to dangerous bolt failures that can cause serious injuries — including neck, head, and back trauma…
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Tragedy at Lexington Park | Lafayette Louisiana News
A horrific shooting erupted at Charles Young Park in Lexington, Kentucky, leaving five people injured — one fatally — with two children, ages 4 and 14, caught…
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Shooting at VSU Leaves Five Injured | Lafayette Louisiana News
A shooting at Virginia State University left five young people injured, sparking chaos just after a freshman event ended. A 19-year-old suspect, Camron Harris…
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WARN Act: Your Job Notice Guide | Lafayette Louisiana News
Job losses are climbing, with July alone seeing 23,000 cuts—and revised numbers from May and June revealing an additional 103,000. But there’s a lifeline: the…
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Hurricane Lala’s Devastating Pass Through Hawaii | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tropical Storm Lala tore through Hawaii, leaving a trail of destruction with over 100 homes washed off foundations, nearly three feet of rain in some areas…
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Lake Charles Shooting Leaves One Dead | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lake Charles Shooting Leaves One Dead | Lafayette Louisiana News
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Heat Advisory Sticking Around | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heat’s back and it’s brutal—Lafayette and surrounding areas are under a heat advisory until 8 PM tonight, with temps hitting the mid-90s and heat index soaring…
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Senate Battles Trump's DST Push | Lafayette Louisiana News
Trump’s pushing for permanent daylight saving time, arguing it boosts safety and evening light, but Senate pushback is mounting. The House already backed the…
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VSU Shooting Leaves 5 Injured | Lafayette Louisiana News
Shots fired early Saturday at Virginia State University left five people injured, including a 21-year-old in critical condition. Police arrested 19-year-old…
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Air Balloon Festival Shut Down Over Gunshot Fear | Lafayette Louisiana News
Hot air balloon festival in Zachary shut down Saturday night after panicked reports of gunshots—police found no evidence of gunfire, but are investigating…
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Little Big Town Coming to Youngsville | Lafayette Louisiana News
Little Big Town is bringing Grammy-winning country vibes to Youngsville Amphitheater on September 12th — the brand-new venue’s second big concert. Grab floor…
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Tragedy in Assumption Parish | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 26-year-old man, Bernard Fleander, has been arrested in connection with the horrific death of a 3-year-old girl in Louisiana. Found unresponsive with severe…
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Vandalism at WWII Memorial Sparks Outrage | Lafayette Louisiana News
A woman faces felony charges after allegedly vandalizing the World War II Memorial with bubblegum and red paint reading “Clean hands dirty $,” sparking outrage…
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Former Chief Arrested in Malfeasance Case | Lafayette Louisiana News
Former Chief Arrested in Malfeasance Case | Lafayette Louisiana News
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Kettle Cuisine Tomato Bisque Recall Alert | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heads up: Kettle Cuisine is recalling Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kits nationwide due to potential Listeria contamination — a serious bacteria that can cause…
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Two Homes Raided in Crowley Drug Bust | Lafayette Louisiana News
In a major drug bust in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, authorities raided two homes simultaneously on August 4, seizing ecstasy, alprazolam, gabapentin, marijuana…
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LSA Police Crack Down on Big Rig Lane Violations | Lafayette Louisiana News
Louisiana State Police launched a major crackdown on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge, deploying air support and a full enforcement team to tackle big rigs…
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Dolly Parton Takes Health Pause | Lafayette Louisiana News
Dolly Parton’s taking a health-induced pause from the road—her doctor advised rest after she experienced dizziness and dehydration, forcing her to skip a…
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Dr. Chris Cormier’s BodyChargers Program | Lafayette Louisiana News
Dr. Chris Cormier in Lafayette is launching BodyChargers, a membership-based health program designed to tackle chronic fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and…
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SpaceX in Louisiana Marshes Sparks Local Pushback | Lafayette Louisiana News
SpaceX may be eyeing a site in Louisiana’s Vermilion Parish, sparking alarm among locals who fear losing their way of life without being heard. Survey crews…
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Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty to Stalking | Lafayette Louisiana News
Luigi Mangione just pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges tied to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, wrapping up one of two cases against…
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FEMA Deadline Extended for Louisiana Storm Victims | Lafayette Louisiana News
FEMA just gave Louisiana residents hit by Tropical Storm Arthur extra time—now you’ve until October 1st to apply for disaster aid if your property was damaged…
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Higgins Town Hall in New Iberia | Lafayette Louisiana News
Congressman Clay Higgins is hosting an open town hall next Tuesday, August 18th, at Magnolia Square in New Iberia — no RSVP needed, just show up and be part of…
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911 Anniversary Reshapes Law Enforcement | Lafayette Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, law enforcement agencies are reflecting on how that day reshaped their readiness—especially for mass casualty events. Chief…
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Tattoo Leads to ID of Killed Pedestrian | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 21-year-old Opelousas woman, Shaida Dugas, has been identified as the pedestrian killed on Evangeline Thruway on August 8th — her distinctive forearm tattoo…
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Alligator Takes Over Backyard Pool | Lafayette Louisiana News
A full-grown alligator took over a backyard pool in Jennings, chilling like it owned the place—until locals called authorities. Wildlife experts and police…
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Skip Bertman Built LSU Baseball Dynasty | Lafayette Louisiana News
LSU baseball lost its visionary architect, Stanley “Skip” Bertman, at 88 — a titan who didn’t just coach but built a dynasty. Leading LSU to 5 national titles…
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Heat Advisory Hits Parishes | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heat warning: Temperatures in the Atchafalaya River parishes will soar into the mid-90s with oppressive humidity, feeling like an oven — and this isn’t a…
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Skip Bertman Legacy Lives On | Lafayette Louisiana News
Skip Bertman Legacy Lives On | Lafayette Louisiana News
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Dangerous Heat Alert for Acadiana | Lafayette Louisiana News
Acadiana’s sweltering heat is here to stay — temperatures soaring into the upper 90s with humidity pushing the heat index to 105-115 degrees. Stay hydrated…
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Higgins Town Hall Turns Volatile | Lafayette Louisiana News
Congressman Clay Higgins sparked controversy at a Crowley town hall when he allegedly threatened a resident during a heated exchange over glyphosate use…
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New Campus Opens for French Immersion | Lafayette Louisiana News
Ecole St. Landry just unveiled its brand new upper campus for fifth and sixth graders—transforming the old Sunset High School into a state-of-the-art French…
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Scorching Heat and Tropical Waves | Lafayette Louisiana News
Acadiana’s sweltering heatwave shows no signs of breaking, with temps hitting the upper 90s and heat indexes soaring past 105—clear skies and relentless sun…
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School Resource Officers as Trusted Faces | Lafayette Louisiana News
Vermilion Parish students are returning to class with a new safety presence: school resource officers—trained deputies from the Sheriff’s Office designed to be…
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Grandma’s Heroic Escape with Four Grandkids | Lafayette Louisiana News
A house fire in Lafayette nearly claimed everything — but thanks to Connie Lee’s quick thinking, all four of her grandchildren escaped unharmed. Flames erupted…
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Lafayette Woman’s Identity Still Unknown | Lafayette Louisiana News
A woman tragically struck on the Evangeline Thruway last week remains unidentified, and police are urgently asking the public for help. With no ID on her and…
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Christy Knowings Remembered | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tragically, beloved Nickelodeon star Christy Knowings, known for her sharp humor on “All That,” has passed away at 46 after an asthma attack led to brain…
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Elon Musk Jet Stops in Lafayette | Lafayette Louisiana News
Elon Musk’s private jet made a surprise stop in Lafayette, sparking wild speculation about a potential SpaceX expansion in Pecan Island—complete with a…
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Man Arrested for Child Abuse Material | Lafayette Louisiana News
Louisiana State Police have arrested 43-year-old Timothy White of Scott on multiple charges of downloading child sexual abuse material after a forensic search…
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Daniels vs LSU Number Five Drama | Lafayette Louisiana News
Jayden Daniels, LSU’s Heisman-winning QB, is furious his name, image, and likeness are being used by the school — because they’ve given his iconic number five…
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Tragedy in Opelousas as Child Dies from Gun Shot | Lafayette Louisiana News
A four-year-old girl tragically died after finding an unsupervised firearm in Opelousas, Louisiana, sparking a heartbreaking investigation and community grief…
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Tragic Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-10 | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tragedy struck on I-10 east in Ascension Parish as a deadly four-vehicle chain reaction claimed the lives of Alyssia and Dusharne Stewart, both 30s from…
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Tragedy in Opelousas as Child Dies from Gun Shot | Lafayette Louisiana News
A four-year-old girl tragically died after finding an unsecured gun in Opelousas, Louisiana, sparking a heartbreaking investigation and calls for urgent gun…
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Brent Gordon Jr. Eyes Jim Thorpe Honor | Lafayette Louisiana News
Brent Gordon Jr. of the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns is heating up the preseason watch list for the prestigious Paycom Jim Thorpe Award, honoring the nation’s top…
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Cake Fête: Sweet Community Celebration | Lafayette Louisiana News
Get ready to indulge in sweet treats and good vibes at Cake Fête in Lafayette this Saturday, August 15th, from 5 to 8 PM—free entry, no excuses! It’s a…
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Cake Fête: Sweet Community Celebration | Lafayette Louisiana News
Get ready to indulge in sweet treats and good vibes at Cake Fête in Lafayette this Saturday, August 15th, from 5 to 8 PM—free entry, no excuses! It’s a…
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Teen Arrested After Lake Arthur Shooting | Lafayette Louisiana News
A deadly night in Lake Arthur: An 18-year-old, Holden Hoffpauir, is arrested after allegedly shooting someone during a violent confrontation that escalated…
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Louisiana’s New Hands-Free Law | Lafayette Louisiana News
Louisiana just cracked down hard on distracted driving—new law bans holding phones while driving, with steeper penalties in school and work zones where it’s…
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Bus Breakdown Clears on W Pinhook Road | Lafayette Louisiana News
A bus broke down in the 1500 block of W. Pinhook Road in Lafayette, Louisiana, causing major traffic delays — but all lanes are now clear and traffic is…
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Teen Accused in Jennings Shooting | Lafayette Louisiana News
An 18-year-old, Holden Hoffpauir, is facing serious charges including attempted murder after a violent early morning altercation in Jennings escalated into a…
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Cajun Picasso Finds Vintage Tears | Lafayette Louisiana News
Dusty Reed, the Cajun Picasso of thrifting, dropped some serious knowledge during National Bargain Hunting Week—showcasing his knack for uncovering historical…
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Daniels Demands Respect for His Legacy | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heisman winner Jayden Daniels is demanding LSU stop using his name, image, and likeness after the school let another player wear his iconic number five — a…