Chandler Watkins

Reporter

Born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas, Chandler is excited to be in Lake Charles covering the news that matters to you. Chandler graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in December 2017 after studying broadcast journalism and public relations. She worked for the student-run news station, News 6, as a reporter, anchor, and even news director! In her free time, you can find Chandler exploring Southwest Louisiana, watching sports, or trying out all the amazing Cajun food.

Education:

University of Central Arkansas, Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations, 2017

Recent Articles by Chandler

Cameron LNG fined $41,600 for not reporting leaks

Cameron LNG is being fined for not reporting two separate leaks at their Hackberry export facility earlier this year.

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Published 2h at 3:35 PM

How law enforcement tracks registered sex offenders

Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office stated on Monday, deputies had arrested Damon Levar Gloston, 40, for not notifying Sex Offender Watch deputies that he moved within 1,000 feet of Lake Arthur Elementary in July

Chandler Watkins

Published August 14, 2019 at 10:11 PM

Sulphur considering allowing alcohol sales to those in motor vehicles

The City of Sulphur is considering doing away with an over 30 year ordinance prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages to people in motor vehicles.

Chandler Watkins

Published August 13, 2019 at 11:03 PM

Sulphur Police remind drivers to slow down in school zones

Officers were out with signs and flashing lights handing out pieces of paper reminding drivers to slow down and drive safe.

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Published August 12, 2019 at 8:31 PM

New DeRidder Chief of Police discusses priorities

“This has been a lifelong dream for me. I remember my dad in the 70′s, he worked here at this agency, and I remember the Gran Torino with the blue bubblegum lights on it, and I’ve just always wanted to be a DeRidder Police Officer.”

Chandler Watkins

Published August 9, 2019 at 6:50 AM

$18 million going to Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge for rock breakwaters

The shoreline of Louisiana has changed dramatically over the years.

Chandler Watkins

Published August 8, 2019 at 5:17 AM

OKES Stronger Than Ever: Oakdale Elementary reopens after 2017 fire

That’s the motto they are focusing on going into the new school year: OKES Stronger than Ever.

Chandler Watkins

Published August 6, 2019 at 1:44 PM

DeWanna’s Closet asking for water donations for kids on buses

Typically DeWanna’s Closet asks for back to school supplies, like binders and pencils. But now, they are asking for something different: water for the kids heading back to school on the buses.

Chandler Watkins

Published August 1, 2019 at 10:55 PM

Laws set to take effect Thursday in Louisiana

Over 200 laws are set to take effect Thursday in Louisiana. We've put together a list of some of them.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 31, 2019 at 10:28 PM

Sulphur Police urges public to stay aware of jugging robberies

Some of the incidents have happened in broad daylight. The most recent incident happened to an elderly woman on Friday according to Johnson.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 30, 2019 at 10:23 PM

Giant Salvinia: The non-native plant in Louisiana waters

On the surface, it seems like just another plant, when in reality, it’s anything but.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 26, 2019 at 10:39 PM

Steel Manufacturer chooses Sinton, TX over DeQuincy for new steel mill

Earlier this week, Steel Dynamics announced they had chosen Sinton, Texas, just 30 miles out of Corpus Christi, over DeQuincy for the location of their newest steel mill.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 25, 2019 at 10:27 PM

Saddle bronc rider killed during Louisiana rodeo

Rodeo fans are mourning the death of a rising rodeo star from Lake Arthur. Clay Leblanc, 23, was killed during a saddle bronc competition in Leesville last weekend. Now his friends and family are saying he will be remembered for being a family man with a ‘can do’ attitude.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 24, 2019 at 10:37 PM

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury approves convenience store amidst pushback from residents

Lots of debate at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury meeting Wednesday night regarding the rezoning of property at 1130 North Perkins Ferry Road from single family residential to light commercial development. The applicant plans to put a convenience store on the property.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 19, 2019 at 4:41 AM

After recent burglaries in the city, the Lake Charles Police Department is offering burglary prevention tips.

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Published July 17, 2019 at 10:40 PM

Lake Charles woman escapes out window, fleeing from intruders

Imagine waking up to find two people in your home. That’s what one Lake Charles woman says happened to her Tuesday morning.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 17, 2019 at 4:34 AM

Preparations underway in Cameron Parish ahead of tropical storm Barry

Officials in Cameron Parish are closely monitoring tropical storm Barry. East Cameron Parish remains under a hurricane watch with the entire parish under a tropical storm warning.

Chandler Watkins and Drew Marine

Published July 11, 2019 at 10:53 PM

Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office speaks out on jail incident

Two deputies and seven inmates have been arrested in connection with the beating of another inmate at the Jeff Davis jail, according to Chief Deputy Chris Ivey with the Jeff Davis Sheriff’s Office.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 9, 2019 at 8:21 PM

Lake Charles working on city sewer lines

Earlier this week, there was a failure in one of the sewer lines in downtown Lake Charles, prompting emergency repairs. This comes as the city is going through it’s sewer lines to see if any maintenance is needed.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 5, 2019 at 10:15 PM

Red, White, Blue and You! 4th of July festivities in Lake Charles

Around 50 vehicles participated in this year's Red, White, Blue, and You parade with even more parade goers lining the street.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 4, 2019 at 10:13 PM

USS Orleck Executive Director speaks on potential move to Jacksonville

Ron Williams, executive director for the USS Orleck Naval Museum, says he’s been in talks with the Jacksonville Historic Naval Ship Association since December about moving the Orleck to Florida.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 3, 2019 at 10:07 PM

Supreme Court rules police can draw blood from unconscious drivers

Last Thursday, the Supreme Court ruled that law enforcement officers may order blood drawn, without a warrant, from an unconscious person suspected of driving under the influence.

Chandler Watkins

Published July 1, 2019 at 11:25 PM

NASA plans to send astronauts to the moon in 2024

50 years after the Apollo 11 Mission sent 3 American astronauts to the moon, NASA is working to do it again; this time, sending the first woman to the moon.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 30, 2019 at 11:05 AM

New Child Safety Seat law to take effect August 1 in Louisiana

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards signed Senate Bill 76 into law Saturday, changing existing laws for child safety seats set to take affect August 1.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 27, 2019 at 8:45 PM

Senator John Kennedy weighs in on U.S. and Iran tensions

With President Trump heading to the G20 Summit Wednesday, trade will be a big topic along with the growing tension with Iran. Senator John Kennedy weighed in on the ongoing situation.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 26, 2019 at 10:32 PM

8 SWLA residents among the 63 arrested statewide in Operation Broken Heart

63 people from across Louisiana have been arrested on child exploitation charges as part of Operation Broken Heart, the Attorney General’s Office announced Monday, June 24. 8 of those arrested were in Southwest Louisiana.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 25, 2019 at 11:17 PM

Sulphur residents losing recycling through city; encouraged to use CPPJ Solid Waste Convenience Center

The City of Sulphur is getting rid of it’s recycling plan due to continuous contamination of its recycling bins, according to a news release from the city.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 24, 2019 at 9:57 PM

Lake Charles City Council votes to allow LCPD exceed overtime budget

The original overtime budget, $700,000, was set back in 2007 according to Police Chief Caldwell.

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Published June 20, 2019 at 9:52 PM

LCPD releases names of victims in double homicide investigation on 5th Street

The Lake Charles Police Department has released the names of the two victims from a weekend double homicide.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 17, 2019 at 10:32 PM

Fort Polk community welcomes familiar face as new Garrison Commander

With Colonel Jarrett Thomas II leaving soon for Afghanistan to serve as a Senior Adviser for the Ministry of Defense, it was a homecoming of sorts for the new Garrison Commander, Colonel Ryan Roseberry.

Chandler Watkins

Published June 13, 2019 at 10:53 PM

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