Gov. Landry outlines priorities with opening of 2026 Regular Session of Louisiana Legislature BATON ROUGE, La. (NEWS 15) — Gov. Jeff Landry opened his third Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature, reflecting on significant achievements and setting priorities for the coming months. Gov.

Gov. Jeff Landry opened his third Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature, reflecting on significant achievements and setting priorities for the coming months.

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Opelousas man faces cockfighting, other charges OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — An Opelousas man was arrested on cockfighting and other charges after a large gathering of the illegal blood sport over the weekend, according to the

John Lachapelle, 36, of Opelousas, is charged with cockfighting, possession of Schedule II CDS, and illegal carrying of weapons after a large gathering of the illegal blood sport over the weekend, according to the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office.

Monday Mangé: Peanut Butter Frosting (NEWS 15) — On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Al Hebert and Stacey Dempsey show us how to make Peanut Butter Frosting that is just as

On this segment of Monday Mangé with The Frosted Apron, Al Hebert and Stacey Dempsey show us how to make Peanut Butter Frosting. Sponsored by Courtesy Automotive Group and Gold Premium Welding Products sold by National Welding Supply.

Opelousas man faces 38 counts of child porn OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — An Opelousas man was arrested on more than 30 counts of child porn, according to the Office of Louisiana Attorney General. Jeremy Richard, 30, of

Jeremy Richard, 30, of Opelousas, is charged with 38 counts of child sexual abuse material under the age of 13.

Eunice man faces 275 counts of child porn, 115 counts of animal sex abuse EUNICE, La. (NEWS 15) — A Eunice man is facing more than 250 counts of child porn and over 100 counts of animal sex abuse, according to the Office of

Jed Courville, 59, of Eunice, is charged with 275 counts of child sexual abuse material under the age of 13 and 115 counts of sexual abuse of an animal, according to the Office of Louisiana Attorney General.

Burn bans lifted in some Acadiana parishes; remain in effect in others (NEWS 15) — Burn bans remain in effect for some parishes in Acadiana but a couple of them have lifted their bans. Jeff Davis and Vermilion parishes have lifted their

Jeff Davis and Vermilion parishes have lifted their burn bans. The bans remain in effect in Acadia, Iberia, St. Landry, and St. Martin parishes.

Acadiana Veterans Hockey team heads to nationals in Dallas LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Acadiana Veterans Hockey team is gearing up for its trip to the national championships. The team, composed of honorably discharged veterans, competes with fellow

The Acadiana Veterans Hockey team is gearing up for its trip to the national championships. The team, composed of honorably discharged veterans, competes with fellow veteran teams from across the country.

Cloudy with Scattered Showers Cloudy conditions are expected today with a chance of stray showers and thunderstorms, as an old frontal boundary combines with warm and moist air. Temperatures will reach the low 80s,

Cloudy conditions are expected today with a chance of stray showers and thunderstorms, as an old frontal boundary combines with warm and moist air. Temperatures will reach the low 80s.

Scott Boudin Festival unveils 2026 poster by artist Candice Alexander SCOTT, La. (NEWS 15) — The Scott Boudin Festival is gearing up for its 13th anniversary with a poster unveiling and Boudin Ball at the Scott Event Center on Friday.

The Scott Boudin Festival is gearing up for its 13th anniversary. This year's festival poster, created by renowned artist Candice Alexander, features a unique blend of art and music.

Cajun Man Swamp Tours now open in St. Mary Parish GIBSON, La. (NEWS 15) — A new tourism attraction has opened its doors in Gibson, near Morgan City. The Cajun Man Swamp Tours aims to showcase the beauty and biodiversity

A new tourism attraction has opened its doors in Gibson, near Morgan City. The Cajun Man Swamp Tours aims to showcase the beauty and biodiversity of Acadiana. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for this new venture.

Water Woes: Port Barre Boil Water Advisory Some water systems in Acadiana experienced problems that have forced them to issue boil advisories;

A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for the Town of Port Barre due to an equipment malfunction at the water distribution site. The issue has resulted in no water or low water pressure.

Family argument in Lafayette turns violent; 1 shot, 1 arrested LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — One person is hospitalized after getting shot multiple times during a family argument and a suspect is behind bars, according to the Lafayette Police Department.

Demontre Robertson, 35, of Houston, is charged with attempted murder after a family argument in Lafayette turned violent. The victim is hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds.

Lafayette Fire Department graduates 14 new recruits LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Lafayette Fire Department is taking action to address its shortage of firefighters and improve response times. The department celebrated the graduation of 14 new

The Lafayette Fire Department is taking action to fill vacancies and improve response times. It celebrated the graduation of 14 new recruits who completed a 16-week academy focused on firefighting, EMS, and rescue response fundamentals.

Tsunami Sushi files for bankruptcy LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The owners of Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette have filed for bankruptcy. The restaurant group is reportedly facing between $2 million and $4 million in

The owners of Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette have filed for bankruptcy. The restaurant group is reportedly facing between $2 million and $4 million in debt across its four locations.

Abbeville secures $4.5 million for electrical infrastructure improvements ABBEVILLE, La. (NEWS 15) — Abbeville has received $4.5 million in federal funding to enhance its municipal electric system. It aims to improve power reliability and support the city's growth.

Abbeville has received $4.5M in federal funding to enhance its municipal electric system. It aims to improve power reliability and support the city's growth. The funding will enable the relocation and consolidation of two aging substations.

Child hospitalized after falling from side-by-side vehicle in Church Point; citations issued CHURCH POINT, La. (NEWS 15) — A child is hospitalized with a head injury after falling off a side-by-side vehicle on a city street being driven by a teen, whose

A child is hospitalized with a head injury after falling off a side-by-side vehicle being driven by a teen on a city street and the driver's parent was cited, according to the Church Point Police Department.

Judice Middle School celebrates topping-out ceremony DUSON, La. (NEWS 15) — Judice Middle School celebrated a major milestone in its expansion with a topping-out ceremony. The event marked the placement of the final steel beam, bringing

Judice Middle School celebrated a major milestone in its expansion with a topping-out ceremony. The event marked the placement of the final steel beam, bringing the $34 million project closer to completion.

Lafayette Parish 2025 Annual Report shows record jobs & major infrastructure investments LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) released the 2025 Annual Report, showcasing measurable progress and investments in Lafayette Parish. The report highlighted more than $186 million invested

LCG released the 2025 Annual Report. It highlighted more than $186M invested in infrastructure projects. Lafayette experienced a 44% reduction in homicides. Brown Park & Moore Park reopened with over $30M in upgrades.

Covering Your Health: Daylight Saving Time (NEWS 15) — As we prepare to set our clocks ahead one hour this weekend for daylight saving time, it's important to understand how this shift impacts our health. Daylight

As we prepare to set our clocks ahead one hour this weekend for daylight saving time, it's important to understand how this shift impacts our health. Covering Your Health is brought to you by Our Lady of Lourdes Health.

Made in Acadiana: 2 Sisters Salsa under new ownership PLAUCHEVILLE, La. (NEWS 15) — Louisiana's largest salsa maker is gearing up to fill a million jars annually under new ownership. Patrick Deshotels began crafting salsa at his Plaucheville home,

Louisiana's largest salsa maker, 2 Sisters Salsa, is gearing up to fill a million jars annually under new ownership. Made in Acadiana is presented by Butcher Air Conditioning.

SoLAcc supports $300 million in economic impact annually across Acadiana LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A new report has highlighted the economic contributions of South Louisiana Community College to Acadiana. The institution, known as SoLAcc, is proving to be a

South Louisiana Community College is driving economic growth in Acadiana with a $300 million annual impact and supporting 4,000 jobs. The college's graduates are making a difference across the region, from grocery stores to mechanic shops.

Undefeated Lafayette boxer Jessie Fletcher III steps back into ring LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A rising star in Acadiana's boxing scene is stepping back into the ring this weekend. Jessie Fletcher III of Lafayette is set to defend his

A rising star in Acadiana's boxing scene is stepping back into the ring this weekend. Jessie Fletcher III of Lafayette is set to defend his 10-0 record. He is heading to Little Rock, Arkansas, for a super lightweight bout.

New home construction sites in Lafayette Parish burglarized; Baton Rouge trio arrested LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. (NEWS 15) — An investigation into residential burglaries at new home construction sites in Lafayette Parish led to three arrests this week. Carlos Pena, 44, Victor Villeda,

Carlos Pena, 44, Victor Villeda, 30, and Juan Castellanos, 34, all from Baton Rouge, are each charged with simple burglary in connection with an investigation into residential burglaries at new home construction sites in Lafayette Parish.

Previously convicted sex offender from Abbeville sentenced to 25 years for child porn LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A former Abbeville resident recently learned his fate after being convicted on child porn charges. David Fail, 43, was sentenced to 25 years in federal

A former Abbeville resident recently learned his fate after being convicted on child porn charges. David Fail, 43, was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for transporting and possessing child sexual abuse materials.

Elderly woman, family dog die in Lafayette house fire An elderly woman and her pet are dead after a house fire, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. The victim was identified as Susan Orgeron, 72, of Lafayette. Fire officials

An elderly woman and her pet are dead after a house fire, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. The victim was identified as Susan Orgeron, 72, of Lafayette.

Baby dies in Lafayette apartment fire An 11-month-old girl is dead after an apartment fire, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. It happened at the Victory Village Apartments on Van Buren Drive a little after noon.

UPDATE: An 11-month-old girl is dead after an apartment fire, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. Investigators believe a lit candle likely ignited combustible material near the bed, leading to the accidental fire.

Baby dies in Lafayette apartment fire LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A baby died in a fire at an apartment complex, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. It happened at Victory Village Apartments on Van Buren

A baby died in a fire at an apartment complex, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. It happened at Victory Village Apartments on Van Buren Drive.

Acadiana High teacher fired by LPSS and under investigation by Lafayette police LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A teacher at Acadiana High School has been fired by the Lafayette Parish School System and is currently under investigation by the Lafayette Police Department.

A teacher at Acadiana High School has been fired by the Lafayette Parish School System and is currently under investigation by the Lafayette Police Department.

Festival International de Louisiane calls for volunteers LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — It's almost time for Festival International de Louisiane and every year, it relies on the dedication of volunteers to bring it to life. More than

It's almost time for Festival International de Louisiane and every year, it relies on the dedication of volunteers to bring it to life. Those interested can sign up now.