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Lafayette man killed in alleged officer-involved shooting
12+ hour ago (195+ words) The Lafayette Police Department responded to reports of an intoxicated male pointing a firearm at another individual around 12: 15 a. m. Sunday in the area of Stillwell Street, according to a press release from LPD. When officers arrived, they reportedly encountered an armed…...
Gang members found to be behind shooting of Lafayette judge, police say
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (697+ words) Steven P. Meyer, D, is recovering after being shot alongside his wife on Sunday. Five people have been arrested in connection to the shooting. The five suspects arrested in connection with the shooting of Judge Steven Meyer Sunday are allegedly part…...
Lafayette woman arrested for alleged drug possession, drug dealing
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (204+ words) A Lafayette Police car goes on patrol. A Lafayette woman is currently facing five charges for alleged possession of marajuana, alleged possession of a controlled substance, and alleged possession and dealing of methamphetamine with paraphernalia. The Lafayette Police Department was…...
Lafayette woman allegedly stabs man after day drinking
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (230+ words) Officers answered a call regarding an alleged stabbing at a residence on Cincinnati Street in Lafayette around 12: 30 p. m. on Nov. 21. Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a male who had an alleged stab wound in his upper chest/shoulder area…...
Eleven rollicking things to do in Greater Lafayette this week
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (451+ words) A collection of assorted squash overflows out of bins at a Thanksgiving farmer's market. People's Brewing Company & Taproom is hosting a board game night! The host will bring games but patrons are welcome to bring their own as well! The…...
Ten congenial things to do in Greater Lafayette this week
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (528+ words) Five students perform together at the jazz jam on April 16. Several students took turns taking the stage. Monday All Star Karaoke FEAT. JWOW Knickerbocker Saloon presents a free karaoke night for 21 plus, from 9 p. m. to 1 a. m. Former reality TV personality, JWOW will…...
Lafayette man charged with drug-related felonies
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (166+ words) Drug-related charges were filed against a Lafayette man Wednesday. On March 19, 2025, officers were surveilling a home in Lafayette that previously had been the site of drug deals involving spice, according to a probable cause affidavit. Officers reportedly saw a male,…...
Eleven exhilarating things to do in Greater Lafayette this week
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (529+ words) Naptown Roller Girls Third Alarm's jammer Katie Crackrnuts attempts to takeover the pack formation during the game on Saturday at Tippecanoe County Fair Ground. The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon will have a one-night-only performance at Elliott Hall…...
Lafayette man pulled over for alleged possession of narcotics
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (371+ words) A Lafayette man riding an electric scooter was pulled over after allegedly recklessly driving, and was allegedly found to be in possession of narcotics. John Patrick Waters, 54, was pulled over in his electric scooter after an officer was informed Waters…...
10 pretty nifty things to do in Greater Lafayette
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (525+ words) Families enjoy the mini pumpkin patch created for Boo at the Zoo, with kids ages 17 and under enjoying picking out their own pumpkin to take home. American rock band The Beach Boys are performing their Sounds of Summer Tour in…...