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
Lake Charles Police Partner with DEA for Prescription Drug Take Back Event
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Lake Charles Police Department (LCPD) has announced a prescription drug take back event in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024. This initiative aims to address...
Lake Charles Road Closure Alert: Ryan Street Drainage Project to Impact Traffic
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A significant road closure is set to impact traffic in the area, as crews work to install a new underground storm drain pipe along Ryan Street. Beginning at 8 am on Thursday, October 24, the northbound lanes of Ryan Street, between Clarence...
Moss Bluff Crash Claims Life of Driver and Injures Passenger, Fog Cited as Main Factor
Moss Bluff, Louisiana - A two-vehicle crash occurred on October 23 at approximately 7:00 a.m. in the 3100 block of North Perkins Ferry Road in Moss Bluff, Louisiana, claiming the life of a 34-year-old driver. According to the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office (CPSO),...
I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge Nighttime Lane Closures Scheduled for October 21-24
Lake Charles and Westlake, Louisiana - Residents of Lake Charles and Westlake, Louisiana, should be prepared for nightly lane closures on the I-10 Eastbound and Westbound approaches to the Calcasieu River Bridge, starting Monday, October 21, 2024. The closures,...
Lake Charles Unveils The Great Pumpkin Trail for Halloween
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Lake Charles is gearing up for the spookiest time of the year with the debut of The Great Pumpkin Trail, a brand-new event set to take place at Tuten Park. Organized by the City of Lake Charles Department of Community Services through the...
Lake Charles Fire Department to Share Safety Information and Campus Plans
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The City of Lake Charles and the Lake Charles Fire Department (LCFD) are set to host a community meeting on Wednesday, October 23, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Bellard Recreation Center, located at 2808 Hillcrest Drive. The meeting aims to...
Calcasieu Parish Authorities Seize Large Quantity of Narcotics, Arrest Two
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A months-long investigation by the Combined Anti-Drug Task Force (C.A.T. Team) has led to the seizure of a substantial amount of narcotics and the arrest of two individuals in Lake Charles. The operation, which began in August, targeted a...
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Bike Theft Case in Lake Charles
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A theft is currently under investigation by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office after a lime green Schwinn bicycle was stolen from the 400 block of Washington Street in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The incident occurred between 11 PM on October...
Lake Charles Hosts 10th Annual Chuck Fest This Fall
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Chuck Fest, a premier music, food, art, and culture festival in Lake Charles Louisiana, is gearing up for its 10th year running this fall. The Arts & Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will host the event on Saturday, October 19,...