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Arrest made in fatal Pecan Acres Drive shooting
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in the Sept. 8 fatal shooting at a Pecan Acres Drive apartment complex. Lake Charles Police Deputy Chief Kevin Kirkum said the shooting happened just after 5 p.m. in the 5000 block of Pecan Acres Drive. He said 19-year-old Braylon Williams and a 16-year-old juvenile were injured in the […]
9/18: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Arron Bryon Young, 36, 2425 Conoco St. — proper equipment required on vehicles; aggravated flight from an officer; driver must be licensed; evidence of motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle; restrictions as to tire equipment; expired drivers license; prohibited acts, drug paraphernalia; drug possession; sale, […]
2025 Chennault International Airshow canceled
The Chennault International Airshow scheduled for Oct. 24-26, 2025 has been canceled. The decision to cancel was made due to an inability to reach an agreement with the event venue, according a statement to the American Press from the Board of Directors of Chennault International Airshow. “The proposed agreement led to increased costs and overly […]
Today last day to apply for Louisiana State Police Cadet Class 106
Louisiana State Police is preparing to hold the department’s 106th Cadet Class. Keeping in the rich tradition and intensity synonymous with LSP training, Cadet Class 106 will be a traditional 24-week academy. The academy will equip Cadets with the necessary skills and knowledge to become Louisiana State Troopers. Accepted Cadets will receive advanced State Police training […]
Celebrity chefs, master classes to be featured during Louisiana Food & Wine Festival
The annual Louisiana Food & Wine Festival — a showcase of culinary, beverage and music that highlights the state’s unique culture and heritage — will kick off Thursday night with a Celebrity Chefs Wine Dinner at L’Auberge Casino Resort. The six-course dinner will feature chefs Jernard Wells, Paul Fehribach, Huy Pham, Kevin McCarthy and Leonair […]
Demolition of hurricane-damaged houses in Sulphur slow going
The city of Sulphur continues to work to clean up after the 2020 hurricanes and other weather events by condemning structures at City Council meetings, yet the structures still stand. It’s a process, according to the administration. The city is picking up the tab for the demolition. For many of the properties, FEMA Personal Property […]
Photos found in tower rubble returned intact to family
It’s hard to believe, but true. After Hurricanes Laura and Delta in 2020 heavily damaged the Hertz-owned lakefront tower and it was reduced to rubble on Sept. 7, at least two intact photos were discovered at the site and posted on social media for identification. Both belonged to Cindy Guillory, who worked in the State […]
Know your foe: Alcorn
Fred McNair was a member of the Alcorn State football family. The brother of the best-known Brave, quarterback Steve McNair who guided the Tennessee Titans to the Super Bowl once, Fred also played the QB position at Alcorn. He coached as an assistant there for three seasons before becoming the Braves head coach in 2016. […]
McNeese, Sowela enrollment numbers on the rise
While other colleges and universities in Louisiana (and the country) are witnessing a steady decline in enrollment, Southwest Louisiana institutions McNeese State University and Sowela Technical Community College both saw an influx of students this fall. The Education Data Initiative reported in August that nationwide college enrollment totaled about 15.4 million, a seven percent decline […]
Jim Beam column:Tax reform is back on table
Tax reform. Yes, the Legislature is talking about it again. Tax reform has been talked about many times during the 56 years I have been following developments in the state’s law-making body, but success has been rare. Republican Gov. Jeff Landry and Richard Nelson, his secretary of the state Department of Revenue, want to talk […]
Salvation Army starts giving season 100 days before Christmas
Special to the American Press The Salvation Army is preparing for another demanding season of need with just 100 days until Christmas. While the economy has improved slightly, thousands of area residents face challenges during the holidays as high prices for food and housing continue. “We have found that we are receiving more requests for […]
Cassidy: Second assassination attempt ‘beyond concerning’
A second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump is “beyond concerning,” U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy told the American Press Tuesday during a multi-media conference call. “The Secret Service and local law enforcement did a great job responding, getting President Trump to safety and aiding in the investigation, but let’s be clear this cannot become […]
PPG reaches agreement to sell silicas products business
PPG has agreed to sell its silicas products business to a Poland-based privately held manufacturer. The transaction includes PPG’s precipitated silicas manufacturing facilities in Lake Charles, according to a news release from the company. “PPG explored strategic alternatives for its silica products business to maximize its value for shareholders and to ensure its continued success,” […]
Lottery registration for Louisiana Fortify Homes Program grants opens Wednesday
Special to the American Press Registration for the next round of Louisiana Fortify Homes Program grants will open at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, and close at 5 p.m. onFriday, Sept. 20. While previous grant rounds operated on a first-come, first-served basis, registration for this and future rounds will be conducted using a lottery system. […]
9/17: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Corey James Brooks, 36, 2000 3rd Ave. — direct contempt of court; five counts drug possession; prohibited acts, drug paraphernalia; resisting an officer by refusal to I.D.; probation detainer. Bond: $332,000. J’myrick Devone Gamble, 23, 4401 5th Ave. N96 — possession of marijuana, first offense (14 […]
Trump, Harris resume campaigning after apparent assassination attempt
The presidential campaign is moving forward after another apparent attempt on Donald Trump ‘s life. Trump was safe after the incident in Florida and praised the Secret Service for protecting him but didn’t shy away from blaming his opponents. The Republican nominee claimed without evidence that President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris ‘ comment that is a threat to democracy had […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been indicted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges
Sean “Diddy” Combs faces federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges in an indictment, unsealed Tuesday, claiming he hit and abused women for over a decade and presided over a sordid empire of sexual crimes. The music mogul “engaged in a persistent and pervasive pattern of abuse toward women and other individuals,” according to an indictment unsealed […]
Understudy takes center stage
For the past 14 months, Peyton Lemaire has had a front-row seat for one of the best stories in FCS football. The local product from Sulphur High, just over the bridge from Cowboy Stadium, has been the backup linebacker to All-American Micah Davey since he came to McNeese State. Yet against SEC power Texas A&M […]
Cameron school employees to get boost in pay
Cameron Parish teachers, administrators and staff are set to get 15 percent more in pay. Venture Global announced the company will donate $6 million to the Cameron Parish School Board over the next three years. “About two years ago, I embarked on a mission to get financial support from local LNG entities,” said Charley Lemons, […]
Fired police officers accused of using racist language
The results of an internal investigation carried out by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office that led to the dismissal of two Westlake Police officers have been released. Chris Clark and Michael Boudreaux were fired after the Westlake City Council went into executive session during its Aug. 15 meeting. When the meeting ended, Westlake Police Chief Wilrye […]
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