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Shooting at 2000 Block of Louisiana Ave Leaves One Injured; Footage of Active Scene Released

Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette

Shooting at 2000 Block of Louisiana Ave Leaves One Injured; Footage of Active Scene Released

100% Center coverage: 4 sources

UPDATE, 7/2/25, 9:15 p.m.: The Lafayette Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred at 8:07 p.m. in the 2000 block of Louisiana Avenue, officials said One victim was transported to a local hospital with injury, police said Louisiana Avenue at Randolph Street is currently blocked off, investigators asks motorists to seek alternate routes. The investigation is ongoing. We will update you as more information is released. …See the Story

KFC Locations in Lafayette and New Iberia Close Abruptly

Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette

KFC Locations in Lafayette and New Iberia Close Abruptly

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

(NEWS 15) — KFC customers in parts of Acadiana were met with unexpected closures. Both Lafayette locations of the popular chicken restaurant and the one in New Iberia shut down abruptly. Customers found closure notices at the restaurants, but no…See the Story

Lafayette shelter joins Bissell Foundation for Empty the Shelters event - with $0 adoptions

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Lafayette shelter joins Bissell Foundation for Empty the Shelters event - with $0 adoptions

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

Lafayette, LA BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is once again prompting a nationwide call for adoption through its Empty the Shelters event, running July 5-19, 2025. The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center will participate alongside 300+ shelters across 40 states to help pets find loving homes through reduced adoption fees of $70 or less, generously sponsored by BISSELL Pet Foundation.LASCC w…See the Story

Funeral Services to Be Held for 12-Year-Old SC Meningitis Victim

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) - Funeral services will be held Monday for a 12-year-old girl, who the Pickens County Coroner said died of bacterial meningitis. Ansley 'Payce' Chappell was a rising, seventh grade student at Dacusville Middle School. Dacusville Middle School held a gathering on Thursday to honor Payce's life and support students and staff. The Pickens Co. Coroner said this is the first confirmed bacterial meningitis case they've see…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette See the Story

News 15 to Broadcast Lafayette Stars & Stripes Fireworks Display LIVE on the Fourth of July at 9PM

Coverage: 2 sources

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — For the first time in a number of years, fireworks are returning to downtown Lafayette for the Fourth of July this year. The half-hour display will light up the night skies of the Hub City…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette See the Story

LaFayette encourages community feedback

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Residents are asked to take part in envisioning the future of Lafayette. City leaders invite residents to attend monthly meetings scheduled to discuss LaFayette’s new comprehensive plan, with the next meeting set for July 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Alfa Insurance Building located at 1006 Ave. A SE. Residents are also asked to complete a community survey at www.lafayetteplan.com, which will be used to guide the comprehensive plan process. “The compreh…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette Read Article

Mr. X makes a comeback in Louisiana Wrestling Alliance ring

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

LAFAYETTE, LA (KLFY) -- KLFY account executive and Television personality Bob Moore will tag team with Zane Houge (AKA Adam Zane) against the original grappler and Masked Grappler III July 12 at Louisiana Wrestling Alliance's Geaux 4 Gold Event. But this is not Moore's first venture into the squared circle. In the late 90s, he did some ring announcing for Mid-South Wrestling. "One thing led to another. Joey Comeaux was on the card, Gorgeous Joey…Wrestling · Lafayette Read Article

Lafayette deadly hit-and-run from 3 years ago remains unsolved; mother wants justice for son

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LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Lafayette Police Department continues to seek the public's assistance in solving a deadly hit-and-run that occurred three years ago on the city's Northside. The case remains unsolved. Christopher Smith, 37, was found dead on…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette Read Article

Vino Wine & Liquor holds ribbon-cutting ceremony in Oil Center in Lafayette

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LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lafayette celebrated the opening of its newest business, Vino Wine and Liquor, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 3. Located on South College Road in the Oil Center, the store is the latest venture…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette Read Article

Lafayette Drillers hoping to reserve fortunes at American Legion state baseball tourney

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Will the third time be the charm for the Lafayette Drillers?Baseball · Lafayette Read Article

Lafayette boxer Jessie Fletcher III improves to 10-0 with second round KO

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LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Lafayette boxer Jessie Fletcher III returned to the ring with a knockout victory over Mario Lozana in Arkansas, keeping his undefeated record intact. Fletcher, 28, now boasts a professional record of 10 wins and zero…Lafayette, Louisiana · Lafayette Read Article