Couple Arrested After Opelousas Garbage Truck Shooting
A St. Landry Parish couple is facing charges after allegedly firing at a garbage truck near Opelousas early Thursday morning.
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Opelousas Woman Killed in Head-On Crash Near Church Point
An Opelousas woman was killed in a head-on crash on LA 754 near Church Point Wednesday morning, according to Louisiana State Police.
Country Star Sammy Kershaw to Play Evangeline Downs in January
Sammy Kershaw is returning home to Acadiana for a live show at Evangeline Downs in Opelousas on January 10, 2026.
UPDATE: Escaped Inmate Captured in Opelousas
Opelousas Police were searching for escaped inmate Bryan Mickens, who fled the St. Landry Parish Jail. He's since been captured.
Opelousas Police Investigating Sunday Homicide on Hashim Drive
Opelousas Police are investigating a Sunday homicide on Hashim Drive. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or St. Landry Crime Stoppers.
Opelousas Officer Cleared After Missing Video Found
Major charges dismissed against Savannah Butler after complete surveillance video shows self-defense in Dec. 2023 shooting of Opelousas Police Chief Craig Leblanc and wife.
Update on State Trooper-Involved Crash in Opelousas
A trooper helping others found himself in a precarious situation that reminds us how quickly things can change on the road.
Opelousas Police Warns Public of Escaped Inmate
What started as a routine transport took a wild turn when an inmate made a break for it. The scene was anything but ordinary.