Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards will appear before Congress Thursday, May 13 to discuss how any abrupt changes to federal offshore oil and gas policies will have a negative impact on the state’s economy.
The Biden administration swung aggressively into action after a primary gasoline pipeline fell prey to a cyberattack — understanding that the situation posed a possible series of political and economic risks.
The government is increasing spending on broadband as the pandemic made stark that millions of Americans did not have access to, and could not afford, broadband at a time when jobs, school and health care was moving online.
Louisiana State Police have issued a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory on behalf of the Basile Police Department for a 3-year-old child last seen Sunday, May 9, 2021, on Second Street in Basile.
Gasoline is being guzzled across some states following the security breach leading to the Colonial Pipeline shutdown. Hoarding gas is leading to shortages in some areas but local suppliers in the Lake Area say there is more than enough in supply.
It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week, which means it’s time for millions to make a plan in case a hurricane threatens this season. And due to many in the area still being in recovery, this upcoming season will be like no other.
Clouds will start our day on Thursday but should eventually give way to some sunshine by afternoon. High temperatures tomorrow could range anywhere from the lower 70s to upper 70s depending on the amount of sunshine received.
In a Facebook post made Wednesday, Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter spoke out about the need for a new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge saying the bridge is a major economic and transportation conduit for the Gulf Coast.
Sen. Bill Cassidy speaks about federal aid following the president’s visit to southwest Louisiana, during which the mayor of Lake Charles voiced concerns about disaster assistance funding and a lack of federal help.
Retired "pipe-liner" Sonny Mason: "This cyber-attack is bad, it shut it down. They could've done a whole lot worse to that pipeline and those people around it." Reporter: "And when you say that you're alluding to...?" Mason: "Explosions."
Common Grounds Sit & Chill Coffee House, which was previously located in Downtown Lake Charles is now taking on new life at the Lake Charles Regional Airport.
