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Lake Charles Police investigate crime at Nelson's Donuts

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Lake Charles Police are investigating a break-in this morning that happened at Nelson's Donuts on East McNeese Street. More>>

Burst water main along I-210

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Lake Charles Police say a water main has burst along I-210 near the Broad Street exit. More>>

Changes to Burton Coliseum

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The Burton Complex, formerly known as the Burton Coliseum, is undergoing a makeover, making it more attractive as more events are scheduled at the coliseum. More>>

CPSO SWAT team places first in state

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The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Anti-Crime Tactics and Training Team is among the best in the state and they have the awards to prove it. The officers competed against 13 other agencies at the annual More>>

Sentencing change bills headed to Jindal's desk

Big changes could be coming to sentencing laws for convicted felons in Louisiana due to three bills. More>>

Lake Charles wins 1st place in Cleanest City Contest

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The City of Lake Charles came in first in Category I of this year's Louisiana Garden Club Federation (LGCF) State Cleanest City Contest. More>>

Facebook ban for sex offenders given final passage

Facebook and other social networking sites are again off-limits for a list of certain sex offenders in Louisiana. More>>

Kennedy says Jindal using budget scare tactics

Treasurer John Kennedy says the Jindal administration is using scare tactics to drum up support for restoring hundreds of millions of dollars to next year's budget. More>>

Landrieu provision requires updates, accountability on VA clinics

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Senator Mary Landrieu secured a provision on Tuesday that will require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide regular updates on the progress of the Lafayette and Lake Charles veterans clinics. More>>

College fee increase stalls with House lawmakers

A bid by higher education leaders to boost charges on college students has stalled, facing resistance from House lawmakers who question if students and families could afford the fee hike. More>>

Sunrise Facebook of the Day: Kevin Klein

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The Sunrise Facebook Friend of the day for Tuesday May 15 is Kevin Klein. More>>

'Swamp People' cast member dies

Updated: May 14, 2012 03:31 PM

According to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office, one of the stars from the History Channel's show "Swamp People" died Monday morning. More>>

Local veterans look forward to mobile clinic

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Local veterans will soon have a new mobile clinic for basic health services. As KPLC's Lee Peck reports it's the first step in getting a permanent clinic. More>>

Jeff Landry announces his run for U.S. Rep. District 3

(Source: Office of United States Congressman Jeff Landry)

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U.S. Rep. Jeff Landry announced Monday his intention to run for District 3 seat, which will soon include the Lake Charles area. More>>

Police jury announces changes to Burton Coliseum, including new name

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The Burton Coliseum is taking on a new branding according to the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. It's no longer the Burton Coliseum, but now the Burton Complex. More>>

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Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States. Flood effects can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states.More >>
Before a flood
Before a flood
To prepare for a flood, you should: Avoid building in a floodprone area unless you elevate and reinforce your home. Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if susceptible to flooding.More >>
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Workers go trash-picking for Mass. woman's rings
Workers go trash-picking for Mass. woman's rings
An Attleboro, Mass., woman is praising the city's trash collection company after its workers helped her dig through mountains of stinking garbage to find five valuable rings she inadvertently threw away, including her...More >>
An Attleboro, Mass., woman is praising the city's trash collection company after its workers helped her dig through mountains of stinking garbage to find five valuable rings she inadvertently threw away, including her...More >>
Dozens of flyswatters wash up on Alaska beaches
Dozens of flyswatters wash up on Alaska beaches
Dozens of fly swatters bearing logos of collegiate and professional sports teams have been washing up on the beaches of an Alaska island.More >>
Dozens of fly swatters bearing logos of collegiate and professional sports teams have been washing up on the beaches of an Alaska island.More >>
Man freed on bond but must write book reports
Man freed on bond but must write book reports
A man charged in an undercover sting operation in Northern California that ended in gunfire has been ordered released on bond on the condition that he read and write book reports.More >>
A man charged in an undercover sting operation in Northern California that ended in gunfire has been ordered released on bond on the condition that he read and write book reports.More >>

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Hot Topic: CPPJ pay increase to take effect in 2016
Hot Topic: CPPJ pay increase to take effect in 2016
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury votes to increase compensation by 33-percent effective January 2016, or after the next juror election.More >>
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11 best business opportunities for 2012
11 best business opportunities for 2012
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Dinosaurs may have suffered from arthritis
Dinosaurs may have suffered from arthritis
Dinosaurs may have suffered from arthritis, new research says.More >>
Dinosaurs may have suffered from arthritis, new research says.More >>
First accuser drops sexual battery lawsuit against John Travolta
First accuser drops sexual battery lawsuit against John Travolta
The anonymous masseur who first accused John Travolta of assault and sexual battery has dropped his lawsuit against the actor.More >>
The anonymous masseur who first accused John Travolta of assault and sexual battery has dropped his lawsuit against the actor.More >>
Donald Trump calls Cher a lonely, miserable loser
Donald Trump calls Cher a lonely, miserable loser
Donald Trump has opened his mouth again -- and this time he's going after Cher.More >>
Donald Trump has opened his mouth again -- and this time he's going after Cher.More >>
Are hotel "energy" fees about to make a comeback?
Are hotel "energy" fees about to make a comeback?
Hidden fees can be a nasty surprise for vacationing travelers, especially if the fees are mandatory and cover basic services such as utilities.More >>
Hidden fees can be a nasty surprise for vacationing travelers, especially if the fees are mandatory and cover basic services such as utilities.More >>
FDA panel to consider at-home HIV test
FDA panel to consider at-home HIV test
Should Americans be able to buy a test at the drugstore and use it to determine whether they're infected with the virus that causes AIDS?More >>
Should Americans be able to buy a test at the drugstore and use it to determine whether they're infected with the virus that causes AIDS?More >>
5 wedding tips from celebrity wedding planner Diann Valentine
5 wedding tips from celebrity wedding planner Diann Valentine
Wedding designer to the likes of Usher, Toni Braxton and Martin Lawrence, Diann Valentine lets readers in on the ins and outs of creating a stunning event.More >>
Wedding designer to the likes of Usher, Toni Braxton and Martin Lawrence, Diann Valentine lets readers in on the ins and outs of creating a stunning event.More >>
School staff shows silly side with ‘stealth disco’
School staff shows silly side with ‘stealth disco’
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:40 PM EDT2012-05-15 16:40:45 GMT
Kids aren't the only ones who can catch Spring Fever as the weather warms and summer break nears.More >>
Kids aren't the only ones who can catch Spring Fever as the weather warms and summer break nears.More >>
Two men rob Internet cafe, forget to log out of Facebook prior to robbery
Two men rob Internet cafe, forget to log out of Facebook first
As social networks have become more intertwined in our daily routines, some criminals just can't resist logging into Facebook at the worst times.More >>
As social networks have become more intertwined in our daily routines, some criminals just can't resist logging into Facebook at the worst times.More >>
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>

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SLIDESHOW: Comrades pay tribute to Vinton soldier
SLIDESHOW: Comrades pay tribute to Vinton soldier
Soldiers who served alongside Captain Istre at the Headquarters of the 13th Sustainment Command paid their last respects in Kabul.More >>
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SLIDESHOW: Flooding photos
SLIDESHOW: Flooding photos
Photos of the flooding from the March, 2012 storms. More >>
SLIDESHOW: Best picture nominees by the numbers
SLIDESHOW: Best picture nominees by the numbers
Oscar, the most infamous man in Hollywood, turns 84 this year. While age may be just a number, film grosses and Academy nominations aren't. Here's a look at this year's best picture nominees by the numbers.More >>
Oscar, the most infamous man in Hollywood, turns 84 this year. While age may be just a number, film grosses and Academy nominations aren't. Here's a look at this year's best picture nominees by the numbers.More >>
SLIDESHOW: Children's Parade and Boat Parade
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SLIDESHOW: Severe Weather Feb 18th
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SLIDESHOW: SWLA Mardi Gras 2012
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SLIDESHOW: Top 10 most corrupt states
SLIDESHOW: Top 10 most corrupt states
Chicago was ranked as America's most corrupt city in a recent study. But the city's conviction rate wasn't enough to boost Illinois to the top spot in state rankings. See if your state tops the list.More >>
Chicago was ranked as America's most corrupt city, according to a study by the University of Illinois at Chicago. But the city's conviction rate wasn't enough to boost Illinois to the top spot in state rankings. See if your state tops the list.More >>
SLIDESHOW: Best cities for singles
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Do you feel that you're running out of people to date? It might be where you live. Try one of these cities if you need a bigger dating pool to swim in.
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SLIDESHOW: What would you give up to telecommute?
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According to the telecommunications company TeamViewer, Americans are willing to give up social media, chocolate, smartphones – even get divorced – in order to telecommute.
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What would Americans give up to be able to telecommute for work? According to one study by the telecommunications company TeamViewer, some people would give up social media, chocolate - even their spouses - to work from home.
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Lake Charles woman arrested after fatal motorcycle accident
Lake Charles woman arrested after fatal motorcycle accident
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 3:34 PM EDT2012-05-14 19:34:55 GMT
(Source: CPSO)
One person was killed Saturday in a traffic accident in South Lake Charles involving a motorcycle. It happened around 5:30 p.m. on Gulf Hwy between Lake Charles Regional Airport and Burton Coliseum.More >>
A Lake Charles woman is accused of vehicular homicide after a fatal motorcycle crash on Gulf Hwy Saturday. More >>
Deputies: Fla. mom killed 4 kids, then herself
Deputies: Fla. mom killed 4 kids, then herself
Authorities say five people are dead after a shooting in Florida.More >>
In the middle of the night, Tonya Thomas' neighbors awoke to the sound of a gunshot and moments later heard a knock on their door.More >>
'Swamp People' cast member dies
'Swamp People' cast member dies
Updated: May 14, 2012 03:31 PM 2012-05-15 10:00:52 GMT
According to Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office, one of the stars from the History Channel's show "Swamp People" died Monday morning. According to Sheriff Waguespack, Mitchell Guist was loading somethingMore >>
According to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office, one of the stars from the History Channel's show "Swamp People" died Monday morning.More >>
Bounty hunters kick in door of elderly woman
Bounty hunters kick in door of elderly woman
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 2:38 PM EDT2012-05-15 18:38:54 GMT
TULSA, OK (KOTV/CNN) - A Tulsa, OK woman is talking about her experience, after bounty hunters kicked in her door looking for a fugitive then realizing they had the wrong address. Police say the 70-yearMore >>
The bounty hunters who kicked in 70-year-old woman's door by mistake and two of the men were arrested.More >>
Lake Charles woman suspected of child abandonment
Lake Charles woman suspected of child abandonment
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 3:26 PM EDT2012-05-14 19:26:43 GMT
(Source: CPSO
The following is a Press Release from the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office: On May 12, around 12:15 p.m. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office deputies were dispatched to a local casino hotel in referenceMore >>
Kayla Barbery, 24, of Lake Charles was charged with two counts of child desertion after allegedly leaving her two children unattended in a hotel room for several hours.More >>
Motorcycle awareness month already marked by fatality
Motorcycle awareness month already marked by fatality
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 7:21 PM EDT2012-05-14 23:21:15 GMT
May is Motorcycle Awareness month and motorcyclists seem more worried than ever about their safety while riding. Randy LeJeune, who first got his motorcycle license at the age of 15, says drivers don'tMore >>
Distracted driving is on the rise, meaning riding a motorcycle is more dangerous now than ever. And while some people say motorcyclists don't drive safely, almost half of collisions are the motorists fault, not the motorcycle rider.More >>
Jeff Landry announces his run for U.S. Rep. District 3
Jeff Landry announces his run for U.S. Rep. District 3
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 7:36 PM EDT2012-05-14 23:36:53 GMT
(Source: Office of United States Congressman Jeff Landry)
U.S. Rep. Jeff Landry announced Monday his intention to run for District 3 seat, which will soon include the Lake Charles area. Landry, a Republican congressman from New Iberia, will presumably face U.S.More >>
U.S. Rep. Jeff Landry announced Monday his intention to run for District 3 seat, which will soon include the Lake Charles area.More >>
Your 7 Day Forecast
Your 7 Day Forecast
We had a decent rain storm move through overnight bringing more rain to SWLA. At this time the rain has moved off to the east of us but water levels remain high in the rivers. There is currently no rainMore >>
Some showers and thunderstorms spinning around the core of an upper level low passing through southwest Louisiana this morning brought some early morning rain and thunderstorms to parts of Calcasieu, Cameron,More >>
Sentencing change bills headed to Jindal's desk
Sentencing change bills headed to Jindal's desk
Three measures that could reduce the amount of time convicted felons have to serve behind bars are on their way to Gov. Bobby Jindal's desk.More >>
Big changes could be coming to sentencing laws for convicted felons in Louisiana due to three bills. More >>
Lafayette doctor offers relief from severe allergy and sinus conditions
Lafayette doctor offers relief from severe allergy and sinus conditions
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 6:40 PM EDT2012-05-14 22:40:17 GMT
(Source: American Med Dev)
The following is a Press Release from the Acadian Ear, Nose, Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery Center: Allergies are a year-round concern for most Louisiana residents, both young and old. Spring or Fall—almostMore >>
Allergies are a year-round concern for most Louisiana residents, both young and old.
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'Swamp People' cast member dies Monday morning
'Swamp People' cast member dies Monday morning
Josh ledet sings in SWLA
Josh ledet sings in SWLA
Josh Ledet sings in Southwest Louisiana for the first time since going to Hollywood on American Idol.More >>
Video - Josh Ledet parade coverage on KPLC
Video - Josh Ledet parade coverage on KPLC
You can view KPLC's coverage of the noon parade in Westlake on Saturday, May 12th by clicking this link. This includes today's weather forecast as well.More >>
Josh Ledet returns to SWLA
Josh Ledet returns to SWLA
Josh Ledet makes his return to SWLA.More >>
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