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Breaking News – Opelousas Police Investigating Shooting.

Opelousas Police are currently on the scene of a shooting that resulted in the death of one male victim. The shooting occurred at about 5:00 P.M. in the 800 blk of Jerome Lp. Officers have detained several persons of interest in connection to the investigation. The investigation is active and more details will be released as they become available.

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Parish Government Seeks State Police Help With Monument Vandalism Investigation

St.Landry Parish government is seeking assistance from the Louisiana State Police in identifying an individual that is suspected of vandalizing, with black paint and attempting to drag down the Confederate monument located on the St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square, according to parish president Jessie Bellard.

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Weather Advisory Prompts SLP School Closures Wednesday, December 14th

Based upon the most recent National Weather Service advisory indicating an enhanced risk of severe weather tomorrow and in communicating with the Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEP), the St. Landry Parish School District, all administrative offices and all head start centers will be closed Wednesday, December 14, 2022.