Born in Lafayette and raised in St. Martinville, I am a Cajun in heart, mind and spirit. I dove into the news industry with my start at my hometown newspaper where I picked up some journalistic skills. I earned a degree in mass communications at UL Lafayette which prepared me for covering news in Acadiana and around the state. As a news reporter for KPEL, my news beats include, but are not limited to, Lafayette Consolidated Government and the Lafayette Parish School Board. Jumping from print media to broadcast has been an exciting move for me in the ever-changing multimedia environment of today's news world. When not covering news, I can often be found playing guitar or cooking at home, both usually being done with my daughter, Jolie, very near by.
Derek Albert
LPSS To Discuss Budget Wed.; Board Invites Public Input
The Lafayette Parish School Board will meet Wednesday to discuss the FY 2018-19 budget. A public hearing is set for 4 p.m.
Trump: WH Economic Adviser Larry Kudlow Suffers Heart Attack
Trump said Kudlow is being treated at Walter Reed Medical Center.
Terrebonne Parish Water Tests Positive For Brain-Eating Amoeba
Water testing found the brain-eating amoeba in a small Terrebonne Parish community's water system.
Online Video Leads To Road Rage Arrest In Lafayette
A video posted online today led to the arrest of a Lafayette man who was witnessed driving recklessly.
UPDATE: LPSS Whistle-Blower Files Federal Suit Against Admins
Two administrators named as defendants are on medical leave following the filing of a federal lawsuit.
Iberia sheriff’s Office Investigating Fatal Shooting
Deputies were just across the street when they heard gunshots near the McDonald's on New Iberia's Center Street.
UPDATE: Lafayette PD Looking For Suspect In Guilbeau Rd. Shooting
A 45-year-old man is recovering in a hospital following a shooting at The Gallery Apartment complex on Guilbeau Road.
Scott PD Thwarts Pharmacy Burglary
A Baton Rouge man wads arrested after police learned of his plans to burglarize a pharmacy in Scott.