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The state will reimburse $22 million toward the Homewood detention pond project in Lafayette, a significant step toward completing the infrastructure designed to manage stormwater and reduce flooding in the area. The funding boost should accelerate the project's timeline and bring residents closer to improved drainage protection.
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VideoKLFY television station will upgrade its broadcast signal by switching to a temporary antenna starting Friday, November 13, at 9 a.m. The upgrade may temporarily affect signal reception for viewers in the Lafayette area.
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VideoA major pedestrian crash on Northeast Evangeline Thruway Frontage Road in Lafayette has prompted the closure of that roadway between High Meadows Boulevard and Goldenrod Drive. The Lafayette Police Department is investigating the incident, and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.
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VideoA pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the 900 block of Mudd Avenue in Lafayette and is currently in critical condition. Emergency officials responded to the scene of the accident.
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Jaleah Ross, 20, died Wednesday from injuries sustained in a crash on Evangeline Thruway in Sunday night, when her Ford Fusion was hit by another vehicle. She was one of two people injured in the incident.
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VideoA vehicle crashed into the iconic Youngsville Barrel landmark Tuesday night, causing damage to the well-known roadside attraction. One person was hospitalized as a result of the accident, according to authorities.
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The City of Opelousas will shut off water service temporarily on Wednesday, November 4th, while crews repair a major water main break on Heather Drive. The interruption will affect multiple streets in the area including Starling, Larkspur, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Hemlock, Autumn, Sandpiper, Village, Vista, and Herbert.
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A stalled vehicle on the ramp from I-10 westbound to I-49 southbound near Lafayette caused traffic delays on Wednesday. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development cleared the blockage and traffic resumed normal flow.
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Jenkins Road will close beginning Friday, October 30 through Monday, March 1, 2027, for a bridge replacement project. The extended closure, lasting approximately five months, will affect commuters in the area during the reconstruction work.
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The Lafayette Consolidated Government and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have launched a collaborative effort to remove hundreds of obstructions from the Vermilion River. The project aims to improve navigation and water flow in the waterway that runs through the region.
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The Joint Transportation, Highways, and Public Works Committee held a public hearing Thursday at Lafayette City Hall to gather community input on highway construction priorities for the 2027-2028 state fiscal year in District 03. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development met with local officials and residents to discuss planned improvements to regional highways.
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A three-vehicle crash has blocked both lanes of I-10 eastbound at milepost 92 near Duson in Acadia Parish. Louisiana State Police are on scene, and motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays in the area.
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VideoLafayette Consolidated Government is moving forward with a revitalization project along 8.5 miles of Johnston Street and Louisiana Avenue. Mayor-President Monique Blanco-Boulet held an open house at the Downtown Convention Center on Monday to update residents on the project's progress and gather input on what improvements the community wants to see.
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VideoThe Perry Bridge over the Vermilion River in Abbeville has closed to traffic as a $22 million preservation project begins. State officials are recommending detours for drivers who normally use this route in Vermilion Parish.
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New Iberia residents and motorists should prepare for approximately nine weeks of street construction that may require finding alternative routes. Drivers in the area are advised to plan ahead for the upcoming work.
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The City of Jeanerette is asking residents to minimize water usage tonight between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. due to valve replacement work at the city's water plant. Residents are urged to limit non-essential water consumption during this period.
Read moreTriumph Construction will begin street improvements on Saint Jude Street in New Iberia starting Thursday, Oct. 22. The work will focus on the 400 and 500 blocks of Saint Jude Street between Robertson Street and West Pershing Street.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is beginning debris removal operations in the Vermilion River starting Friday, October 23, targeting over 300 identified debris sites. The cleanup effort aims to improve navigation safety and waterway conditions in the river.
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A scheduled power outage is planned for Thursday, Oct. 29 at 8 a.m. in Jefferson Davis Parish to allow utility officials to connect additional transmission line isolation locations. These upgrades are designed to limit the number of customers affected by future outages on the loop transmission system.
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The City of New Iberia will begin street improvement projects on Charles Street, Bank Avenue, and Robertson Street starting Thursday, October 15. Residents should expect traffic delays in these areas during the construction work.
Read moreA planned mural project for the University Avenue underpass in Lafayette has been postponed by M-P Monique Boulet due to ongoing road construction in the area. The art installation will resume once the roadway work is completed.
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Eastbound Interstate 10 on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge will be reduced to a single lane nightly from October 12-16 for fiber optic cable installation work. Drivers should expect delays and plan for additional travel time during these evening closures.
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A major traffic accident involving a pedestrian closed East University Avenue in Lafayette on the 900 block. The roadway has now reopened to traffic following the incident and official response.
Read moreThe Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced more details for the $350 million Kaliste Saloom/Highway 90 interchange project in Lafayette, which will be the first major construction phase of the I-49 Connector initiative. The interchange project aims to improve traffic flow and connectivity in the Lafayette area as part of the broader I-49 Connector development.
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