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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 Video included

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 Video included

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

'Swamp People' cast member dies Video included

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 Video included

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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) (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 Video included

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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.
    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.
  • 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.
  • If a flood is likely in your area, you should: Listen to the radio or television for information. Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately
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