by Editorial Staff | Mar 13, 2025 | Lafayette, Legislature, Louisiana, Sunshine
We have been paying attention to this for some time. In fact, we were the first media organization to tell you about the dissemination of fake political messages in recent political races in the Acadiana area. Now, we are finally seeing law enforcement action taken...
by Editorial Staff | Mar 4, 2025 | Lafayette, Lafayette Sheriff
For years, we’ve warned that Sheriff Mark Garber’s jail policies endanger public safety. Now, he’s refused to book a murder suspect. Is this about protecting the public or padding his budget? We’ve been talking about our problematic criminal justice system for...
by Michael Lunsford | Feb 10, 2025 | Elections, Lafayette, Louisiana
Mysterious political texts, stolen campaign signs, and questionable election interference aren’t just dirty tricks; they’re potentially illegal. Our investigation into Senate 23 reveals a troubling pattern threatening election fairness in Louisiana. The Surge of Fake...
by Editorial Staff | Jan 21, 2025 | Downtown Development Authority, Lafayette, LCG, Louisiana
The American flag is a symbol. To many, it represents freedom and justice. To others, it is a symbol of racism, slavery, and injustice. What the American flag means to you is a matter of perspective. Regardless of your personal feelings, for the last 225 years, it has...
by Editorial Staff | Jan 16, 2025 | Broussard, City Court, Lafayette, Lafayette Sheriff, LPSS, Sunshine
In case you missed it, your elected officials have done it again! They are raising taxes without a vote of the people. It is all part of a song and dance called “Roll-Forward.” “ROLL-FORWARD” The phrase “Roll-Forward” is similar to “Roll Tide.” They both elicit a...
by Editorial Staff | Dec 21, 2024 | Lafayette, Lafayette Sheriff, Sunshine
Imagine waking up on Christmas morning to find your stocking stuffed—not with candy canes or presents, but with excuses, redactions, and delays. That’s exactly how it feels when the government turns public records requests into a waiting game. This year, all we want...