Gun owners still hope for more protection under proposed state laws

By Alex Deiro
For almost six months David Reynerson hasn't been able to keep semi-automatics in stock, as soon as the guns come in, they’re sold out. He believes customers are still worried the federal government will try to outlaw those guns.

Bill banning social media use while driving passes through the House

By Alex Deiro
A bill that bans using social media sites while driving will soon be law. All that it needs is for the Senate to pass it and the Governor's signature.

Senate Finance Committee gets first crack at budget

By Alex Deiro
With millions of taxpayer dollars in their hands, state senators are getting their first look at the state's budget. The Finance Committee is deciding where cuts can be made and where money needs to go.

State troopers recognized, awarded for efforts

By Danielle Grossman
Officers from across the state were recognized today for their extraordinary efforts on the job.

UL celebrates their international graduates

By Brittany Bodden
UL's international graduates were celebrated today as the president of Lafayette Economic Development Authority, the president of UL, and the mayor of Lafayette celebrated their achievements with a presentational luncheon.

‘John Doe’ child pornographer identified as David J. Stevens of California

By Samantha Morgan
The nationwide manhunt for an accused child pornographer ended last night in California.

Man arrested for attacking two elderly family members, causing them injuries

By Samantha Morgan
A 19-year-old was arrested for allegedly hitting two of his elderly family members several times.

Jindal, Wolverine Terminals announce $30 million crude oil project in St. James Parish

By Office of the Governor
Governor Bobby Jindal and Wolverine Terminals LLC General Manager Terry Wilson announced the company will make a $30 million capital investment to establish a crude oil terminal and blending operation on a 15-acre Mississippi River site in St.

Man arrested after calling in bomb threat, stated it was in an Iberia Parish court house

By Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office
A New Iberia man is behind bars after calling authorities and telling them that there was a bomb at a court house.