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Louisiana mom gets life for abandoning sons on the side of the road before a hurricane

CALCASIEU PARISH, La. (TCN) -- A 28-year-old woman has been sentenced to life in prison for second-degree murder and cruelty to juveniles in connection with the death of her 4-year-old son and abandonment of her 1-year-old son in 2024. Law & Crime reports Aaliyah Jack was upset about a child...

Calcasieu Parish, LA · 3d

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Skipper Drost, The Cadillac Counselor

If the good Lord had intended Skipper Drost to spend his entire life practicing law in Lake Charles, He probably should have thought twice about giving the man a guitar. Drost, who has christened himself the “Cadillac Counselor,” has been writing and performing music longer than he’s been practicing law, which means he really has no choice in the matter. The music has him cornered.

Lake Charles, LA · 2d
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Flea Fest 2026 returns to Lake Charles with over 300 vendors

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Attention bargain hunters, garage sale-goers, and flea market enthusiasts: the largest outdoor flea market, Flea Fest, is returning this weekend to Lake Charles. So, this is your chance to find those hidden treasures that you’re always on the hunt for, all under one roof. We spoke with Lisa Sonnier and Traci Mobley this morning to get the details.

Lake Charles, LA · 1d
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Allen Parish Fair continues through Saturday in Oberlin

OBERLIN, La. (KPLC) — The Allen Parish Fair is underway at the Allen Parish Fairgrounds on Tiger Lane in Oberlin, with rides, food, games and live entertainment through Saturday, Nov. 14. This year’s fair celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary. Admission is free, parking costs $5 and ride bracelets are...

Oberlin, LA · 1d
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New 240-unit apartment complex denied by Lake Charles Planning and Zoning Commission

A new apartment complex won’t be coming to Weaver Road in Lake Charles — for now — after officials heard more than a dozen complaints from residents of a nearby subdivision and decided not to issue a permit developers needed. On Monday, the Lake Charles Planning and...

Lake Charles, LA · 2d

KPLC TV

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Innovative test catches Coach O's sepsis in time

Coach Ed Orgeron has recovered from sepsis after early detection by an innovative diagnostic test at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. (Courtesy of FMOL Health)

Lake Charles, LA · 1d

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Northrop Grumman’s Louisiana Site Selected as C-130 Maintenance Depot

Northrop Grumman’s Lake Charles facility in Louisiana has been selected as a certified continental US maintenance depot for C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, adding capacity for repairs, overhauls, and inspections. The facility will perform depot-level maintenance, which covers more extensive work than routine aircraft servicing. Northrop Grumman said the additional...

Lake Charles, LA · 7h

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Holiday Events in Lake Charles Announced

LAKE CHARLES, La. (press release) – The City of Lake Charles announced its lineup of holiday events through the end of the year. Its Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations are designed to bring the community together, support local businesses and help make Lake Charles a true Christmas Town.

Lake Charles, LA · 3d

American Press

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Sulphur City Council to take hard look at Rostan Solutions contract

The Sulphur City Council chose not to fully extend the city’s contract with consulting firm Rostan Solutions LLC this week, opting instead to approve a temporary extension through early January […]

Sulphur, LA · 1d

GATOR 99.5

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Lake Charles Weekend Concert Lineup: November 13-14

It's a BIG weekend for live music! From Thursday, Nov. 13, through Saturday, Nov. 14, the city is jam-packed with concerts. Here's what's happening!

Lake Charles, LA · 2d

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Iota overcomes slow start to reverse sweep Lutcher and advance to the state semifinals

After dropping the first two sets to No. 6-seeded Lutcher, however, the No. 3-seeded Bulldogs rallied to win in five sets and advance to the semifinals for the first time ever. "The atmosphere here changes a lot of stuff," Bulldogs coach Glenn Daigle said of the Cajundome. "I think our...

Lutcher, LA · 21h

Talk Radio 960am

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Basile High Announces Passing Of Coach Chad Lafleur

Sad news from Evangeline Parish: Coach Chad Lafleur has passed. He loved the town and its kids even more than the game. Basile lost one of its own.

Basile, LA · 2d

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Acadia Parish School System computer network ‘potentially compromised’

The Acadia Parish School System shut down its computer systems after the superintendent confirmed a “potential compromise” of the district’s network. The announcement was made via social media on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Acadia Parish, LA · 1d

KPEL 96.5

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After A 2025 Fire, Ray's Bakery II Sign Rises Over Its New Eunice Home

A sign went up this week and a whole town exhaled. Rays Bakery II is coming to 1551 West Laurel Avenue, and Eunice knows exactly what that means.

Eunice, LA · 2d

American Press

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Lighting of the Oak: Living art lights up the holidays

The Imperial Calcasieu Museum hosts its fourth annual Lighting of the Oak at 6 p.m. Thursday under the historic Sallier Oak in Lake Charles at the museum. “Living Art” is […]

Lake Charles, LA · 1d

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Crescent City Sports to broadcast Sam Houston-Hahnville playoff opener Friday night

NEW ORLEANS – Crescent City Sports’ coverage of Louisiana high school football embarks on the “road to the Dome” Friday night with a Division I Non-Select bi-district round matchup between Sam Houston and Hahnville. Kickoff from Tiger Stadium in Boutte is scheduled for 7 p.m., with...

Boutte, LA · 1d

GATOR 99.5

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Video Tour: Gator 99.5 Moves Into Brand-New Lake Charles Studios

New building, new studios, and a whole new look! Gator 99.5 has officially moved, and we can't wait to show you around. Check out our video tour!

Lake Charles, LA · 1d