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Port Barre Man Arrested in Connection with Murder of Opelousas Former Marine

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Port Barre Man Arrested in Connection with Murder of Opelousas Former Marine

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OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) -- An arrest has been made in connection with the death of David Joachin, who was killed in a shooting Wednesday morning, authorities have confirmed. Jared Wells, 23, of Port Barre, is charged with second degree murder, failure to render aid and possession of firearms or carrying concealed weapon by a convicted felon. Joachin, 54, of Opelousas, was shot and killed on Jennings Road east of Opelousas just after 9 a.m. Wednesd…See the Story

Guest Column: 'Debanking' Is a Real Problem, but a Fix Must Come From Washington, Not Louisiana

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Guest Column: 'Debanking' Is a Real Problem, but a Fix Must Come From Washington, Not Louisiana

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Guest column: Debanking can be a real problem, but the fix cannot come from Baton Rouge. Such regulation needs to come from the federal level. Here's why.See the Story

One Shot, Another Under Arrest in Family Fight

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One Shot, Another Under Arrest in Family Fight

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A Eunice man is under arrest after a family argument ended in gunfire.Eunice Police say Desmond A Guillory, 35, was booked with attempted second-degree Murder, Illegal Use of Weapons, Simple Battery, Obstruction of Justice, and Theft of a Firearm.The victim is expected to fully recover from his injuries, police say.The incident happened on Sunday night, when police officers in the area of South Beulah Street heard gunfire, and they found a 65-ye…See the Story

Hip Hop Since 1987

P.A.T. Louisiana’s Finest is set to drop two new hit singles titled “F*uck Sum Sh*t Up” ft. LEVEL and “Beat Her Back Up” ft. LEVEL. The highly anticipated singles are set to drop this Monday, 6/16/25. P.a.T. Louisiana’s Finest, a fantastic hip hop musician from Opelousas, Louisiana, has dominated the modern hip hop industry. P.a.T. has cemented his position as one of the best musicians in the country with his distinctive combination of untapped…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

Reporter's Notebook: How the House Is Technically Done with the 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

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After the House voted to pass President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill," it is now up to the Senate to pass Trump's budget bill.Donald Trump · Washington See the Story

Thief steals new weed eater from veterans, police officer speaks out

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Presentation by Sam Irwin Scheduled for Louis Armstrong's Birthday

Sam Irwin will discuss Louis Armstrong’s Fourth of July birthday in a talk at the Opelousas Museum on July 1.Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

St. Landry Children's Advocacy Center celebrates 30 years

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The St. Landry Parish Children's Advocacy Center is celebrating its 30th birthday with a community event.The Birthday Bash is set for Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 1939 W. Landry Street in Opelousas.THe event is a fundraiser for the CAC, which is a part of Hearts of Hope, the Center for Trauma in Acadiana.Entry is $5, but kids 10 years old and younger get in free.There will be a barbecue cook-off, a cornhole tournament, an auction and lo…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

St. Landry Parish residents frustrated by sudden bridge closure

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ST LANDRY PARISH, LA. (KLFY) – Residents in St. Landry Parish said they’re frustrated, cut off and looking for answers after a popular bridge was suddenly closed due to structural concerns. The Bayou Portage bridge, which was rebuilt and reopened in 2022 after weeks of repairs, was closed again on April 15 following a state inspection that uncovered deeper issues with the bridge’s pilings. The closure has left many in the community with few opti…St. Landry Parish · St. Landry Parish Read Article

Advocacy Groups Call on Congress to Pass AI Whistleblower Protection Act

On June 10, a coalition of more than 20 technology safety and whistleblower advocacy groups sent a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, calling for the passage of the AI Whistleblower Protection Act. The bipartisan bill, introduced by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) last month, provides anti-retaliation protections to AI insiders reporting safety concerns to regulators or supe…Whistleblower · Washington Read Article

Curfew in effect for anyone under 18 in Opelousas

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OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — With school being out for the summer, the Opelousas Police Department reminds everyone there is a curfew in effect to keep your kids safe. The curfew, for anyone under the age of 18, lasts from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Joe Anderson, Public Information Officer for OPD, said while crime is known to happen late at night, you, as a parent, should know where your children are at all times. “Most of the crime that is committed by you…Curfew · Opelousas Read Article