KPEL-FM (Lafayette, LA)

KPEL-FM, broadcasting at 96.5 FM and known as "NewsTalk 96.5," is a radio station based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. It caters to the Lafayette, Louisiana region. The station is operated by Townsquare Media and is licensed under Townsquare Media of Lafayette, LLC. Its programming focuses on news and talk shows.

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Louisiana Crawfish Thief Steals Hundreds of Pounds from Farmer

2 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

A Louisiana man has been accused of entering the property of a crawfish farmer and stealing the crawfish out of his traps, not once but twice. We've repeatedly reported on farmers having their ponds ripped off during this crawfish season. READ MORE: LOUISIANA OFFICIALS BUST A CRAWFISH THIEF STEALING IN A FIELDThe Crawfish HeistAccording to the Crawdaq Index App, a pound of crawfish costs between $3.99 and $4.99 per pound.
Llamas As Pets in Louisiana, What You Need to Know

3 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

In Louisiana, you can not have an endangered or exotic animal as a pet, so we can't just decide to buy a tiger and keep it in the backyard, but what about something calmer? For example, the llama. Llamas=Love. Llamas are lovable. How cute would a llama look in your front yard, just smiling its cute little smile and batting those beautiful lashes at all the kids that pass by? Successful Farming points out that llamas actually love hugs.
Louisiana Cooling Is Costly, This Little Tip Can Save You Money

4 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

(KPEL News) - As temperatures across Louisiana continue to climb, anyone paying an electricity bill will want to save money while still being able to use their air conditioning.
Louisiana Death on I-10 as Tractor-Trailer Flips Over in Median

4 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

(KPEL-News) - Louisiana State Police officials say they were called out early Sunday morning to begin investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash on I-10 near the Duson area. According to officials investigating the circumstances, this began to unfold around 4 a.m. on Sunday, May 11. What Information Is Being Released?
Louisiana Man Dies after Vehicle Gets Hit on Railroad Tracks

4 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

A tragedy unfolded in Louisiana after law enforcement officials say that a man's vehicle was stopped on railroad tracks, and a train slammed into the car just north of U.S. Highway 190. The vehicle was hit on the left side when the train could not stop. What Are The Details Of The Crash? According to Louisiana State Police Trooper First Class Matt Gaspard with the Public Affairs Section of the State Police, the preliminary investigation into this tragedy's circumstances has been completed.
5 Common Driving Mistakes in Lafayette and How to Avoid Them

5 days ago | kpel965.com | Joe Cunningham

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) — Driving in Lafayette is a bit like trying to navigate a maze with a blindfold on. Between the roundabouts popping up all over the parish, the unexpected stops, construction work in town, and our unpredictable weather, it’s easy to see why so many drivers make the same mistakes over and over again. Whether you’re a lifelong local or new to town, here are five things that Lafayette drivers keep getting wrong – and how to do it right. 1.
Louisiana Woman Arrested for Animal Cruelty, Sad Conditions

6 days ago | kpel965.com | Bernadette Lee

A disgraceful animal situation was uncovered, and a Louisiana woman was arrested after authorities say they found more than a dozen animals living in squalor at a home in St. Landry Parish, according to KLFY. Officials say that the place was being investigated before charges were filed. What Has Been Alleged? St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard says there were multiple types of animals that animal officials say were living in troubling conditions.
Why Are Louisiana’s Auto Insurance Rates So Outrageously High?

1 week ago | kpel965.com | Joe Cunningham

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) — If you’re a Louisiana driver, you’ve probably noticed that your auto insurance bill seems to climb higher every year. And you’re not imagining things — Louisiana consistently ranks as one of the most expensive states for car insurance in the country. According to a 2024 report by the Insurance Research Council, the average annual cost for auto insurance in Louisiana was $1,588 per vehicle, nearly 40% above the national average. But why?
Louisiana Man Arrested for Attempting to Rob the Same Bank Twice

1 week ago | kpel965.com | Sydney DuCharme

BATON ROUGE, LA (KPEL) — A man attempted to rob a bank at gunpoint in Baton Rouge. However, he failed again. Police say two citizens in the Regions Bank on South Sheerwood Forest in Baton Rouge at the time of the attempted armed robbery stepped up and saved the day. One of them even submitted an application to work for the police department after successfully stopping the man from robbing the bank or harming anyone, according to a spokesperson for the Baton Rouge Police Department, L'Jean McKneely.
New Orleans Saints Owner to Have School Named After Her

1 week ago | kpel965.com | Chris Reed

(New Orleans, Louisiana) - Gayle Benson, the owner of the New Orleans Saints, will soon have a school named after her. WGNO reports, "Officials with the Algiers Charter Board of trustees voted on April 24 to rename Martin Behrman Charter School as Gayle Benson Academy."Benson, who is known for her ownership of the Saints and Pelicans in New Orleans, is more than just a business person; she is a philanthropist.