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
One Dead and One Arrested in Lake Charles After Dispute Between Neighbors
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A shooting incident in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has left one man dead and another facing potential charges. On the evening of September 25, around 8:30 p.m., Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a call on Bennie Lane, where...
No Evidence of Illegal Migrants Being Bussed into Lake Charles, Mayor and Law Enforcement Says
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A recent social media post sparked rumors of illegal migrants being bussed into Southwest Louisiana, particularly in the Lake Charles area. However, Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter and local law enforcement agencies have addressed these claims,...
Utility Work to Impact LA 14 Northbound in Lake Charles on September 25
Lake Charles, Louisiana - Motorists traveling on LA 14 Northbound in Lake Charles are advised to expect delays on Wednesday, September 25, as utility work is scheduled to take place. The roadwork, which will occur between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, will result in a partial...
West Prien Lake Road Lane Closure in Lake Charles Begins September 23 for Electrical Grid Upgrade
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A road closure is set to impact commuters in Lake Charles, as the eastbound lane of West Prien Lake Road will be closed daily, Monday through Friday, to facilitate an electrical grid upgrade. The closure, which will begin on Monday, September...
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Seeks Driver in Hit and Run Crash Into Building in Lake Charles
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A hit-and-run crash in Lake Charles has prompted the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office (CPSO) to seek the public's assistance in identifying the driver of a truck involved in the incident. On Sunday, September 8, at approximately 9:30 p.m.,...
City of Lake Charles Announces 6th Street Lane Closures for Water and Sewer Utilities Tie-in
Lake Charles, Louisiana - A road closure is set to take place in Lake Charles, Louisiana affecting the intersection of 6th Street and Ryder Avenue. The closure, scheduled to start at 8:30 am on Thursday, September 19, will impact both the east and westbound lanes of...
City of Lake Charles Announces Road Closure for Enterprise Boulevard Improvement Project
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The City of Lake Charles has announced an upcoming road closure that will affect traffic on Enterprise Boulevard. As part of the ongoing Enterprise Boulevard drainage improvement and road overlay project, both north and southbound lanes of...
Lake Charles Mayor Tapped for Louisiana’s Offshore Wind Advisory Committee
Lake Charles, Louisiana - In a move to capitalize on the growing potential of offshore wind energy, the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources (DENR) has appointed Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter to its newly established Offshore Wind Advisory Committee....
Lake Charles Planned Traffic Signal Outage Set for US 171 and Opelousas Street Intersection
Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced a scheduled outage for the traffic signal at the intersection of US 171 and Opelousas Street in Lake Charles. The temporary shutdown is slated to begin at 8 a.m....