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11/10: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Prince Ponder Ventroy, 39, Lafayette — drug possession; illegal use of controlled dangerous substances in the presence of persons under 17; […]

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SWLA Arrest Report - Nov. 10, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for November 10, 2026. Torrance Vaughn Guillory, 43, Lake Charles: Contempt of court; Possession of a Schedule I drug; Production, manufacture, distribution, or possession of a Schedule IV drug; Illegal carrying of weapons during the commission of a crime. Shauntel...

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SWLA Arrest Report - Nov. 9, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for November 9, 2026. Alexcia Latrice Nickerson, 24, Baytown, Texas: Out-of-state detainer. Alex Michael Lewis, 23, Lake Charles: Sale, distribution, or possession of a legend drug without a prescription; Possession of drug paraphernalia; Production, manufacture, distribution, or possession of a Schedule I drug (2 counts); Illegal carrying of weapons.

Lake Charles, LA · 2d
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NOLA.com

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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 · 20h
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‘We’re not okay’: Shooting victim not notified of gunman’s prison escape

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The man serving time for injuring teenagers at a house party in 2023 escaped prison, but no law enforcement agency reached out to let victims know, according to family. Three years ago, Artavien Green shot six teenagers at a Halloween party in Lake Charles and...

Lake Charles, LA · 2d

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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 · 22h

NOLA.com

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Eight Calcasieu Parish high school football teams are headed to playoffs

While the Louisiana High School Sports Association regular football season has ended, eight area schools in Calcasieu Parish have advanced to the playoffs. With the first round of the playoffs, the bi-district round, starting on Thursday, Barbe High School, Sulphur High School, Sam Houston High School, Iowa High School, Vinton High School, DeQuincy High School, Lake Charles College Prep and St. Louis Catholic High School will be competing for statewide titles.

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KPLC TV

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Two Lake Charles veterans find strength in friendship

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Allen Ardoin and Lannis Joseph have been friends since meeting as volunteers for the Red Cross two years ago. They say their shared military experience brought them together. “It’s almost like we’ve been knowing each other all our lives, but we haven’t,” Joseph said....

Lake Charles, LA · 14h

True Crime News

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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 · 2d

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TriNova Announces $9 Million Sulphur Facility, Creating 126 New Jobs

SULPHUR, La. — TriNova Inc. will invest $9 million to establish a new office and training facility in Sulphur, Louisiana, creating 126 direct new jobs and expanding its ability to serve industrial customers throughout the region. The new positions will offer an average annual salary of $95,000, approximately 54%...

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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 · 2d

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 · 1d

We Are Lake Charles

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Veterans Day 2026: Lake Charles Trash Pickup Changes

Find out what's closed, when garbage collection resumes, and why Calcasieu Parish residents may have a different schedule.

Lake Charles, LA · 1d

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

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How to watch LSU women’s basketball vs. McNeese: TV channel, stream

LSU women's basketball returns to action Tuesday against an in-state foe. Head coach Kim Mulkey and the No. 9 Tigers (2-0) host McNeese (2-1) at 7 p.m. CT on SEC Network+ inside the PMAC for their third regular-season game. TV channel: SEC Network+ Stream: ESPN+ Tipoff: 7 p.m. CT, Tuesday, Nov. 10 Radio: Listen live at LSUsports.net Location: Pete Maravich Assembly Center, Baton Rouge The two sides last faced off during the 2023-24 season, with LSU coming away with a 133-44 victory. Mikaylah Williams is the only current player who appeared in that game. She started and scored a game-high 26 points, along with six assists and four steals. The Cowgirls hold a 2-1 record after losing to Louisiana Tech in their most recent contest. Valencia Fontenelle-Posson notched double-doubles in the first two games. She is one of three players averaging double figures, following 15.3 points per game from Carley Hamilton and 12 points per game from Avari Berry. McNeese is led by first-year head coach Ashton Feldhaus. Stream LSU women's basketball vs. McNeese What channel is LSU women's basketball vs. McNeese on today? SEC Network+ will carry the game, which streams on ESPN+ . LSU women's basketball vs. McNeese

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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WATCH: Kim Mulkey, LSU Players React to 100-43 Rout of McNeese State

BATON ROUGE — No. 9 LSU continued its impressive offensive start Tuesday night, cruising to a 100-43 victory over McNeese at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. The Tigers improved to 3-0 and reached the 100-point mark for the third consecutive game, using their depth and a dominant second half to pull away from the Cowgirls.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children

BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB) — Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan is giving away 600 bikes and helmets to children in eight cities this holiday season through his 14th annual Gordon Gives Bike Giveaway. Registration is open HERE. Registration deadlines and selection. Registration closes Nov. 29 for Alexandria, Lafayette,...

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