About Lake Charles, Louisiana
Situated in Southwestern Louisiana, Lake Charles is a vibrant city known for its dynamic mix of entertainment, history, and natural beauty. Lake Charles is the fifth largest incorporated city in Louisiana, home to over 76,000 residents, and is the educational, cultural, and economic hub of the region, standing out proudly from the rest of Louisiana.
For more about Lake Charles, read: Lake Charles, Louisiana: A Hidden Gem of the South
60-Year-Old Louisiana Woman Arrested After Allegedly Shooting and Killing Her Husband
A 60-year-old Louisiana woman reportedly shot and killed her husband in their Bell City, Louisiana home; she reportedly admitted to the shooting during an interview with detectives and was arrested on 2nd-degree murder charges.
Two Louisiana Men Arrested, Authorities Still Seeking One in Connection with Multiple Vehicle Burglaries in Lake Charles
Two Louisiana men have been arrested for several vehicle burglaries in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and have been charged with several counts of simple burglary, theft, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; one suspect remains unidentified.
CPPJ Announces Temporary Closure of Prien Lake Park Playground and Indian Bay Pavilion in Lake Charles
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury announced that Prien Lake Park’s playground and Indian Bay Pavilion will be closed for hurricane repairs, beginning January 23, 2023.
Power Outage in Downtown Lake Charles Extended Until at Least January 20
The City of Lake Charles announced that Entergy has extended the estimated restoration time of electrical power to noon on Friday, January 20.
Multiple Schools in Lake Charles to Have Early Dismissal Due to Traffic Expected for Funeral Procession of Cadet 3rd Class Hunter Brown
The Calcasieu Parish School Board announced that early dismissal will be held at several schools in south Lake Charles on Friday, January 20, due to expected high traffic flow during normal dismissal time.
Unrestrained 79-Year-Old Louisiana Woman Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash After Her Truck Ran Off the Road and Struck a Tree
An unrestrained 79-year-old Louisiana woman died in a single-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 2 when her truck exited the road and struck a tree.
Pithon Street Near Kirby Street in Lake Charles Closed until January 23
Beginning on January 18, 2023, the north and southbound lanes of Pithon Street, between Gill Street and Kirby Street, will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Charges Dismissed Against Louisiana Healthcare Worker Arrested in October 2022, Accused of Raping a Victim During an Office Visit
On January 13, 2023, the Calcasieu District Attorney’s Office announced that charges against nurse practitioner Brennan Bergeron have been dismissed.
15-Year-Old Student in Louisiana Arrested for Terrorizing After Allegedly Making Threats at High School in Lake Charles
A 15-year-old student in Calcasieu Parish has been arrested for terrorizing after allegedly making shooting threats at Barbe High School in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.