Rob Kirkpatrick

I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.

Lafayette Live: Mayor-President Josh Guillory Looks Ahead To Budget Approval

Coucilmembers will vote on the final budget at a joint meeting scheduled for tonight.

COX and Lafayette General Team Up To Create Smart Hospital

Telemedicine and online visits are at the center of the partnership that was announced today.

Lafayette Leads State In Census Reporting, State Lags Behind

81.9% of Louisiana households have responded so far.

Lafayette Live: Mayor-President Josh Guillory On KPEL

The city has endured several nights of protest in response to the shooting death of Trayford Pellerin at the hands of Lafayette Police officers.

Aerial Photos Show E. Broussard Roundabout Progress In Lafayette

The larger widening project has been underway since 2015 and is expected to be complete early next year.

Dr. Tina Stefanski Is Encouraged By Recent COVID-19 Numbers

Stefanski has been at the center of discussions about how to safely reopen schools and is watching case counts closely.

10 Tips To Safely Drive Through School Zones In Lafayette

Sergeant Wayne Griffin sent out ten easy-to-remember tips to keep you and the students safe as we head back to school.

COVID-19 Top of Mind as LPSS Students Go Back to School

KPEL rides along as LPSS board Members Hannah Mason and Justin Centanni visit campuses on the first day of school.

Lafayette Live: Lafayette Shelter Debate and Protesters Organize

The city has endured several nights of protest in response to the shooting death of Trayford Pellerin at the hands of Lafayette Police officers.

Donate Online to THE LOVE TRUCK Supply Drive for Lake Charles

Your donations will be accepted again today 3-7 pm at the church at 300 E Martial in Lafayette.

Good Samaritan Buys Generators, AC Units For Hurricane Laura Survivor

The man seemingly appeared out of nowhere and asked the woman to remember "the love of Jesus" during the recovery process.

Westbound I-10 Closed Due To Overturned 18-Wheeler

The crash happened around 4:15 this morning on the Atchafalaya Basin bridge.

Donate Water And Other Essentials Today For The Hardest-Hit Areas In SWLA

Townsquare Media of Lafayette has teamed up with Covenant UMC in Lafayette to stuff a truck full of essential items.

I-10 Closed Due To Accident Near Louisiana Ave in Lafayette

Traffic delays extend several miles.

President Trump Travels To Lake Charles To Survey Damage

The president is making the trip two days after the Category 4 storm slammed the Gulf Coast, leaving at least 14 dead and wreaking havoc with severe winds and flooding.

Hurricane Coverage Hits Home For Lake Charles Radio Stations

Erik Tee and Mike Soileau recount their experience of evacuating while providing updates to listeners.

Meteorologist At Damaged Lake Charles Station Loses Home In Laura

Terry had been broadcasting from the station's Lake Charles studios as late as Wednesday morning.

Guillory: Damage Survey Underway In Lafayette, Curfew Possible

Last night's curfew that started at 8pm could be extended to tonight depending on how widespread the damage is.

Louisiana State Police Close I-10 Ahead Of Hurricane Laura

The interstate is closed from the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge all the way to the Texas border at the Sabine River.

Lafayette General Clinics Closed Due To Hurricane Laura

Three facilities in the affected area will be closed for patients on Thursday, August 26th.