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Lake Street Halloween display brings spooky thrills and community giving

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Passing down Lake Street, it is hard to miss the home decked out head-to-toe in Halloween spirit year after year. But beyond the lights, statues, and animatronics, the display is also serving a higher purpose: giving back to the local community. Visitors from across the...

Lake Charles, LA · 11d
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Firm that gave $115K to Landry’s PAC tapped for SpaceX contract

By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square A New Orleans engineering firm that has contributed $115,000 to a political action committee closely aligned with Gov. Jeff Landry has been selected […]

Louisiana · 11d

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Early voting ends with final surge in Jefferson, Hardin, Orange County

Who are the candidates for Jefferson County Criminal District Court?. JEFFERSON/HARDIN/ORANGE COUNTY — The surge in early voting began on day one and never let up, with the final numbers tonight showing a strong turnout in Jefferson County, Hardin and Orange County. Early voting began October 19 and ended...

Orange County, TX · 10d
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Helping Veterans Transition Into New Careers: Citadel Aviation Recognizes the Value of Service

When servicemen and women are discharged from United States Armed Forces, it can be challenging to adjust to civilian life. Veterans have to discover how they want to pivot their career from active service to working a regular nine-to-five job. Some know exactly what they want to do post military service, while others take time to determine their next career paths. It’s important to help veterans transition back into the civilian workforce to ensure they are set up for success and have the social support they need.

Lake Charles, LA · 10d
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Louisiana Time Change Tonight: Clocks Fall Back at 2 AM Sunday Nov 1

Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, giving Louisiana residents an extra hour overnight.

Louisiana · 10d

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Firm that gave $115K to Landry's PAC tapped for SpaceX contract

(The Center Square) – A New Orleans engineering firm that has contributed $115,000 to a political action committee closely aligned with Gov. Jeff Landry has been selected by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for work related to SpaceX's planned project in Vermilion Parish. Royal Engineers & Consultants has contributed to Cajun PAC II six times since 2019, including $50,000 in June 2024, $25,000 in May 2025 and another $25,000 in March 2026, according to campaign finance records reviewed by The Center Square. Cajun PAC II is formally affiliated with Gov. Jeff Landry, who served as its chairman. The firm has also contributed directly to Landry's political campaigns, including $12,000 in September 2025. In all, the firm has contributed at least $27,000 to Landry's campaigns since 2014, separate from its contributions to Cajun PAC II. The governor’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Royal declined to comment. The Department of Transportation and Development told The Center Square Royal's Louisiana-based resources are "strategically located near the SpaceX site and allow for rapid mobilization, timely field response and direct coordination with DOTD, Space X, local stakeholders and other project partners." The department did not answer whether the contract

Louisiana · 12d

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Dr. Matthews interviews couple alleging misconduct by Judge Ron Richard

LAKE CHARLES, La. — Dr. Matthews held a Zoom interview with John C. J. King Sr. and his wife, Shunte King, who alleged that Judge Ron Richard denied medical accommodations, threatened contempt proceedings and retaliated against them during a civil dispute in Lake Charles City Court. The Kings said...

Lake Charles, LA · 12d

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Before We Move: Take a Tour Inside Our Radio Station

Before we pack up and move on to our next chapter, come take one last tour inside our radio station!

Lake Charles, LA · 12d

American Press

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Roadwork: Upcoming road closures across the region

SULPHUR — Pecan Street to Pamela Street will be partially closed 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, to allow for trick-or-treating. Use extra caution while driving in the area and watch […]

Sulphur, LA · 12d

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Jennings Main Street Trick-or-Treat Brings Halloween Fun Downtown

JENNINGS, La. (KPLC) - Families can celebrate Halloween in downtown Jennings Saturday with free candy, costume contests and activities for children and their four-legged friends. The Jennings Festival Association is hosting its annual Main Street Trick-or-Treat from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, giving families an opportunity to visit local shops...

Jennings, LA · 12d

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Lake Charles, Louisiana Rebuilt After Two Hurricanes. The City That Came Back Is Different From the One That Left

Lake Charles, Louisiana absorbed two major hurricanes in the span of six weeks in 2020:...

Lake Charles, LA · 14d

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West Trace residents clash with Westlake board over neighborhood Airbnb

WESTLAKE, La. (KPLC) - The City of Westlake is preparing to lift a moratorium on short-term rentals, but short-term rentals remain banned in one neighborhood, and one couple was caught in the middle. Residents clash at Real Estate Board meeting. Residents clashed at the city’s Real Estate Board meeting Tuesday...

Westlake, LA · 12d

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Best Places to Trick-or-Treat Around SWLA in 2026

Kids in Southwest Louisiana are digging out costumes and candy bags this Saturday for Halloween. Beyond the usual trick-or-treating, Lake Charles and the region have trunk-or-treats and family events lined up all over town.

Lake Charles, LA · 13d

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Louisiana residents sue to unwind SpaceX tax deal

By Christiaan Mader | The Current Three Vermilion Parish residents and a new nonprofit have sued parish officials for alleged open meetings violations related to the landmark SpaceX deal. The stakes of […]

Vermilion Parish, LA · 14d

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Over 80K people cast their ballot in SE Texas as early voting comes to an end

Jefferson County, TX · 10d

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Calcasieu Council on Aging opens new Lake Charles building after six years

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Council on Aging cut the ribbon Tuesday on its new building in Lake Charles, six years after losing its previous building to Hurricane Laura. For those six years, the council served seniors from trailers, living rooms and a bingo hall. “This has got...

Lake Charles, LA · 14d

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Energy Department authorizes emergency oil exchange for Phillips 66 Lake Charles refinery

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A disruption at one of the area’s largest refineries prompted emergency federal action to keep fuel flowing. The U.S. Department of Energy authorized an emergency exchange of up to 400,000 barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to the Phillips 66 Lake Charles Refinery. The oil will come from the West Hackberry site for immediate delivery to support production for Louisiana and surrounding markets.

Lake Charles, LA · 14d

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Firm that gave $115K to Landry's PAC tapped for SpaceX contract

(The Center Square) – A New Orleans engineering firm that has contributed $115,000 to a political action committee closely aligned with Gov. Jeff Landry has been selected by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for work related to SpaceX's planned project in Vermilion Parish. Royal Engineers & Consultants...

Louisiana · 12d

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‘Barataria bad’: Uncontrollable flooding destroying a once-stable Louisiana marsh

Leigh Ann Sharp, a coastal wetlands expert with the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, has spent over 20 years implementing restoration projects across Southwest Louisiana. From her Lafayette office, […]

Louisiana · 13d