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
Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting on 7th Street in Lake Charles Being Investigated by Louisiana State Police
A deadly officer-involved shooting on 7th Street in Lake Charles is being investigated by Louisiana State Police.
Lake Charles BOO-Tastic Bash Mall Trick-Or-Treat, Howl-O-Ween Doggie Dress-Up, and Pumpkin Chunking Contest Information
Information about the Lake Charles BOO-Tastic Bash Mall Trick-Or-Treat, Howl-O-Ween Doggie Dress-Up, and Pumpkin Chunking Contest.
I-10 Westbound Reopened After Crash Near I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles October 12
I-10 westbound has reopened after traffic was diverted to I-210 due to a crash near the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles.
Pujo Street Closure in Lake Charles Starting October 14
Starting Friday, October 14, 2022, both lanes of Pujo Street between Ryan and Bilbo Streets will be closed to vehicle traffic.
Rate Increase Approved by Louisiana Department of Insurance for Citizens Last-Resort Insurer
The Louisiana Department of Insurance announced that it had accepted Louisiana Citizens’ request for a 63% rate increase on its residential property insurance coverage starting January 1, 2023.
Louisiana Authorities Seeking Information in October 10 Vehicle Theft Investigation in Lake Charles
Louisiana authorities are seeking information in an October 10 vehicle theft investigation in Lake Charles.
Free Flu, COVID-19, and Monkeypox Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic in Lake Charles October 10
A free flu, COVID-19, and monkeypox drive-thru vaccination clinic will be held in Lake Charles on October 10.
Texas Man Charged with Two Counts of Burglary of a Pharmacy in Southwest Louisiana
A Texas man has been charged with two counts of burglary of a pharmacy in Southwest Louisiana.
Groundbreaking for Louisiana Avenue Detention Basin Project in Lake Charles Held by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, together with other parish and local authorities, celebrated the groundbreaking of the Louisiana Avenue Detention Basin Project.