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WANTED: Suspects sexually assault female during armed robbery; two additional victims

Police are seeking two men who allegedly robbed a couple, then sexually assaulted the female while holding the male hostage.

LUS and LCG's Rain Barrel Program saving you money on your next water bill

There is currently an opportunity to save money on your water bill.  The Rain Barrel Program is a joint venture between Lafayette Consolidated Government and Lafayette Utilities System.  By buying a barrel, it will collect storm water

Teen dies in early morning ATV crash with truck on LA 757; second teen injured

A 15-year-old from Basile died Sunday night after he was involved in a crash on his four-wheeler.

Miss Louisiana finishes in top 10 of Miss USA pageant; first time since 1996

She didn’t take home top prize, but she represented Louisiana well Sunday in Las Vegas. Kristen Girault, former New Orleans Saintssation, is the first top 10 finalist for the state since 1996.

3-year-old boy accidentally drowns in grandparents’ swimming pool

A 3-year-old boy died after he drowned in his grandparents’ swimming pool on Saturday.

Investigation begins to find out what sparked plant fire in Geismar

The investigation to find out the cause of the deadly explosion at the Williams Olefins Plant is officially underway.

One employee remains hospitalized following deadly blast in Donaldsonville

One employee remains in the hospital today following a deadly explosion at CF Industries in Donaldsonville.

Plant explosion occurs in Ascension Parish

Emergency personnel are on the scene of an explosion and fire at CF Industries in Donaldsonville. A representative with Acadian Ambulance says they are treating at least 5 patients. Two are believed to be in critical condition.

State Police conclude operations; DEQ continues monitoring

The Louisiana State Police (LSP) Emergency Services Unit has concluded operations at the site of yesterday’s fatal industrial incident at the Williams Olefins facility in Ascension Parish.

Acadian Ambulance speaks out about responding to Geismar plant explosion

"They said there was a large chemical plant with an unknown number of patients, and they were asking for all available resources," says Marc Creswell, Air Med Operations Manager.