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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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Pamela Smart’s Latest Trial Push | Lafayette Louisiana News
Pamela Smart, the convicted mastermind behind her husband’s 1991 murder, is back in court seeking a new trial, arguing the original verdict was tainted by…
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TSA’s New CT Scanners: Pros and Peril | Lafayette Louisiana News
TSA’s new 3D CT scanners are rolling out nationwide, boosting security with smarter threat detection—but travelers face new headaches: smaller openings may…
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Kayshon Boutte Gives Back to His Hometown | Lafayette Louisiana News
Kayshon Boutte just dropped a major hometown vibe by hosting a free youth football camp in his roots of New Iberia, proving that greatness isn’t just about the…
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August Social Security Payments Explained | Lafayette Louisiana News
Social Security checks for August are shifting again—SSI recipients get paid early on July 31st because August 1st falls on a Saturday. This calendar quirk…
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Tropical Depression Two Heads North | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tropical Depression Two is brewing in the eastern Gulf, with forecasts predicting it could strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha as it heads northwest. While…
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Heat Advisory Hits Acadiana | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heat Advisory Hits Acadiana | Lafayette Louisiana News
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Pope Recognizes Catholic Charities Work | Lafayette Louisiana News
Kim Boudreaux, head of Catholic Charities of Acadiana, walked away from a historic Vatican meeting with Pope Francis—where he personally praised the…
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Magnolia Water’s Rate Shock in Louisiana | Lafayette Louisiana News
Magnolia Water’s aggressive expansion across Louisiana has turned it into a utility giant—but at a steep cost to ratepayers. Since 2019, the company has…
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Trump’s World Cup Gambit | Lafayette Louisiana News
Trump’s World Cup antics sparked global buzz as he handed over the trophy, declared the U.S. a soccer nation, and hinted at hosting future tournaments…
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First Ever Petition to Alien Terrorist Court | Lafayette Louisiana News
The Justice Department just revived a 30-year-dormant court by filing its first-ever petition under the Alien Terrorist Removal Court — a move that could…
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Final Honor for Fallen Deputy Hanson | Lafayette Louisiana News
Hundreds of law enforcement officers from across the nation gathered in Alexandria, Louisiana, for a solemn memorial and final procession honoring Deputy U.S…
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Heat Wave & Gulf Storm Watch | Lafayette Louisiana News
Scorching temps are here to stay — mid-90s with heat index near 110, and dry conditions dominating until rain chances ramp up by midweek. A tropical system…
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Utah Family Lost in Flash Flood | Lafayette Louisiana News
A devastating flash flood in southern Utah claimed the lives of five members of the Long family — including Provo Fire Captain Spencer Long, his wife Katrina…
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Breathe Easy During Wildfire Smoke | Lafayette Louisiana News
Wildfire smoke is turning skies orange and threatening health—here’s how to protect yourself: upgrade your air filters (MERV 13+ for central AC, HEPA for…
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Smoke Clears for World Cup Final | Lafayette Louisiana News
Wildfire smoke choking the Northeast? Don’t panic—thunderstorms are clearing the air just in time for the World Cup final. While the U.S. braced for unhealthy…
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Tate Brothers Arrested in Miami | Lafayette Louisiana News
Andrew and Tristan Tate, controversial online figures known for wealth-building rhetoric and divisive masculinity messages, have been arrested in Miami on a…
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Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches | Lafayette Louisiana News
Heat waves are scorching with temps hitting mid-90s and humidity making it feel like 108—no rain in sight. But brace for Tropical Depression Two, set to become…
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Cuban Artist Exiled After Five Years | Lafayette Louisiana News
Cuban artist and activist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, freed after a five-year prison sentence, arrived in Miami amid cheers and Cuban flags — a dramatic…
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Legionnaires Outbreak Claims Second Life in NYC | Lafayette Louisiana News
Two more lives lost in a deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on New York’s Upper East Side, bringing the death toll to two and infecting 72 people — a…
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Tropical Storm Bertha Heads for Louisiana | Lafayette Louisiana News
Tropical Depression Two is churning in the Gulf, poised to become Tropical Storm Bertha—and possibly a hurricane—before slamming into southeast Louisiana by…
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Iceberg Lettuce Recall Alert | Lafayette Louisiana News
A major recall is underway for iceberg lettuce from Taylor Fresh Foods and Taylor Farms due to a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to a parasite…
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Ten Years of Remembrance for Fallen Officers | Lafayette Louisiana News
Ten years after a devastating day for law enforcement in East Baton Rouge, the community gathered to honor four fallen officers—Corporal Montrell Jackson…
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Tragic Scooter Crash in Lake Charles | Lafayette Louisiana News
A tragic hit-and-run death in Lake Charles leaves a young person dead after being struck by a car while riding an electric scooter on Red Davis McCollister…
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Trump’s Election Claims Under Scrutiny | Lafayette Louisiana News
Trump’s fiery national address doubled down on election fraud claims, unveiling documents he says prove the system is broken — but experts say they mostly…
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LSU Fraternity Cook Busted with Drugs | Lafayette Louisiana News
A LSU fraternity cook, Jordan Langlois, 35, is facing serious charges after cops busted him selling cocaine to students—leading to a massive drug haul…
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Man Wanted for Sex Offender Charges | Lafayette Louisiana News
A wanted man with a dangerous history is on the run—Marlon Jarell Espree, 49, faces serious charges including failing to register as a sex offender, illegal…
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Taco Bell Lettuce Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak | Lafayette Louisiana News
Taco Bell is under fire after federal health officials link a massive cyclospora outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from a single Mexican supplier —…
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Three-Year Case Finally Cracked | Lafayette Louisiana News
A chilling three-year homicide investigation in Opelousas finally takes a major turn: after meticulous evidence review and lab analysis, detectives arrest…
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LSU Student Drug Ring Bust | Lafayette Louisiana News
Baton Rouge cops nabbed a LSU fraternity cook who allegedly sold cocaine straight to students — and the haul they found? Enough to prove he wasn’t just using…
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Heat Wave and Tropical Threat | Lafayette Louisiana News
Triple-digit heat index and a brewing tropical disturbance in the Gulf—here’s what’s heating up Acadiana. A system off Florida’s coast has a low to moderate…
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LEGO Convention Brings Art & Hope to Lafayette | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lafayette’s got a LEGO Brick Convention this weekend at Blackham Coliseum — a family-friendly blast with pro builders, free-build zones, and jaw-dropping…
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ICE Agent Shoots Man Mistaken for Suspect | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 52-year-old construction worker, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by ICE agents in Houston while driving to work — a tragedy that’s ignited…
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Volare Wreck: Search for Two Missing | Lafayette Louisiana News
A tragic boat capsizing in San Francisco Bay claimed one life, with two others still missing as search efforts stretch across 800 square miles of treacherous…
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St. Landry Parish Crackdown on Illegal Dumping | Lafayette Louisiana News
St. Landry Parish is going hard against illegal dumping, even as folks sneak trash outside official drop-off hours—sometimes leaving refrigerators behind…
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World Cup Fans Rewriting America | Lafayette Louisiana News
World Cup fans from around the globe are discovering a surprising side of America—welcoming, friendly, and full of unexpected warmth. Far from the divided…
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Shooting at Immigration Detention Center | Lafayette Louisiana News
An off-duty worker at a federal immigration detention center in Aurora, Colorado, allegedly opened fire on protesters, striking a 21-year-old woman in the leg…
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Texas Floods Leave Devastation in Wake | Lafayette Louisiana News
Texas is drowning in historic floods, with over two feet of rain battering southern and central regions, triggering rescues, displacements, and tragic losses…
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Avoyelles Parish Recovery Hub | Lafayette Louisiana News
Southern Avoyelles Parish is turning its focus from flood rescue to full-scale recovery, with the Plaucheville Community Center now serving as a vital hub for…
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Iceberg Lettuce Outbreak Linked to Taco Bell | Lafayette Louisiana News
A major cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms is spreading across five states, sickening over 1,600 people—with 94 hospitalized…
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Dr. Sabbaghian Case Delayed to October | Lafayette Louisiana News
Dr. Bahmen Sabbaghian, a surgeon in Jeff Davis Parish, faces a misdemeanor sexual battery charge with his court date pushed from July 22 to mid-October —…
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Federal Court Strikes Down New Jersey Gun Bans | Lafayette Louisiana News
A federal appeals court just struck down New Jersey’s assault weapons and high-capacity magazine bans — a landmark ruling that could reshape gun control…
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Teen Accused of School Threats | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 25-year-old woman, Mackenzie Rose James, was arrested on July 16th in St. Landry Parish on serious felony charges—including terrorizing and four counts of…
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University Avenue Near Finish Line | Lafayette Louisiana News
University Avenue’s final asphalt layer is going down—just three more weeks until completion, weather permitting. Upgrades include adjusted lane widths, easier…
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Clara Ester: Witness to a Tragic Legacy | Lafayette Louisiana News
Clara Ester, a courageous civil rights activist who was just 20 when she rushed to Dr. King’s side after his assassination at the Lorraine Motel, has died at…
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Woman Falls From Moving Car in Eunice | Lafayette Louisiana News
A woman plunged to the ground after falling from a moving car in Eunice, Louisiana, as the driver—30-year-old Derius Kennedy—was caught drunk behind the wheel…
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Convicted Felon Arrested With Stolen Guns | Lafayette Louisiana News
In a dramatic traffic stop, deputies in St. Landry Parish arrested Arthur Freeman Junior, a 38-year-old on parole, for illegally possessing two firearms — one…
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Senator Hensgens Luncheon at Erath | Lafayette Louisiana News
Senator Bob Hensgens is set to headline the Rotary Club of Abbeville’s July 22 luncheon at the Erath Community Center — a move to accommodate more attendees —…
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Carl Dupas Arrested on Murder Charges | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 62-year-old man, Carl Dupas, is locked up in Franklin facing two counts of attempted second-degree murder and resisting an officer after his arrest on July…
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Suspect Arrested in Opelousas Homicide | Lafayette Louisiana News
Suspect Arrested in Opelousas Homicide | Lafayette Louisiana News
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Two Arrests in Underage Alcohol Sting | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lafayette police cracked down on underage drinking with a sting operation, checking 46 spots—44 passed, but two businesses failed, leading to arrests. At Kwik…
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Heat Kills in Louisiana This Year | Lafayette Louisiana News
Louisiana’s sweltering heat is turning deadly this year, with four confirmed heat-related deaths already — two men, two women, ages 30 to over 65 — all in one…
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Lavergne Case Delayed to July 23 | Lafayette Louisiana News
Father Korey Lavergne’s legal proceedings hit a pause as his status hearing is rescheduled to July 23rd after Judge David Smith stepped aside to avoid any…
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Cajuns Reloaded for New Season | Lafayette Louisiana News
The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns are firing up for a new season with a mix of youth and experience, as they unveiled their revamped roster at Sun Belt Media Days…
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Heat Wave Hits Acadiana This Weekend | Lafayette Louisiana News
This heat wave is no joke—Acadiana’s temps are climbing fast, with weekend highs hitting the mid to upper 90s and the heat index soaring into the low 110s…
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Taco Bell Lettuce Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak | Lafayette Louisiana News
Taco Bell is pulling shredded iceberg lettuce from five states after federal health officials link a cyclospora outbreak to contaminated lettuce from a single…
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World Cup Boosts Beer Sales Temporarily | Lafayette Louisiana News
The World Cup sparked a beer boom in the U.S., with Philly alone chugging over 290,000 brews, lifting bar sales 14% in host cities and 4% nationwide — a rare…
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ICE Officer With Mental Health History Shot Man | Lafayette Louisiana News
An ICE officer with a troubling mental health history, including bipolar disorder, suicide attempts, and past violent behavior, is accused of fatally shooting…
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ICE Agent Shoots Mexican Man in Houston | Lafayette Louisiana News
A 52-year-old Mexican man with no criminal record was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Houston—just as national debate over immigration enforcement intensifies…
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Starship Abort: Engines Fail at Liftoff | Lafayette Louisiana News
Starship’s big test flight nearly took off—but a last-second engine failure triggered an automatic abort, leaving the 407-foot behemoth smoking on the pad…
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Lafayette Police Use Smart Cameras to Solve Crimes | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lafayette Police are deploying smart cameras that snap photos of every passing vehicle—especially in high-crime or high-traffic zones—to catch cars tied to…