Thankfully we are tracking a much nicer start to this week with more sunshine in the forecast with less rain chances, although we do remain below average for late April in terms of our temperatures. You’ll definitely want to take a jacket or light coat as you make your way out the door this morning
Expect a quiet evening if you’re heading out with temperatures slowly dropping through the 60s and into the 50s by late-evening. Clouds will continue to move out overnight, setting a cooler start to our Monday morning with lows into the mid to upper 40s.
A boil advisory has been issued for the City of Leesville water system customers on Belview Road from 171 N. to Hilton Dr. and all roads in between. This also includes customers from Belview Road E. on Hwy. 28 to Bayou Drive.
The Sulphur Police Department is investigating a shooting that allegedly took place near the intersection of Cain Street and Laurent Avenue Friday afternoon, according to Capt. Jason Gully.
The owners found out about their damaged store while watching the news in Houston where they evacuated. They returned days later to find the damage from the storms.
A Sam Houston High School junior alleges he’s endured bullying for years but says what happened to him earlier this month was the straw that broke the camel’s back.
The boarded-up windows at Lake Charles City Hall on the first floor may be the most visible of the damages city hall received, but for the past nine months, Mayor Nic Hunter hasn’t been able to utilize his office.
A shooting at an apartment complex on Fifth Avenue Thursday evening resulted in the death of a teenager, authorities with the Lake Charles Police Department said.
Ward 3 Lake Charles city judges and marshal announce amnesty program to allow people struggling with hurricane recovery and pandemic effects to get a fresh start.
In partnership with LOPA, Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital hosted a Donate Life Flag raising ceremony honoring organ and tissue donor heroes, Thursday.
The United States Coast Guard is assisting in the search for ‘multiple people in the water’ after at least one vessel capsized during a severe storm near Grand Isle, LA this afternoon.
Lyft Driver, Bryce Boudreaux says there’s a huge need for Lyft/Uber drivers in the Lake area. The hit of two hurricanes and the COVID-19 pandemic pushed many local drivers away, leaving an extreme need for drivers in the area.
Lake Charles police are reminding homeowners about a program they have in place to protect residents and their property. Some Lake Area residents have already taken advantage of the Neighborhood Watch program offered by the department.
The Louisiana Department of Insurance is urging the public to beware of misinformation circulating on social media sites claiming that receiving a COVID-19 vaccination would result in the death benefit not being paid on existing life insurance policies.
Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins wrote a letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi regarding disaster relief and led a congressional delegation letter to a U.S. Department of Transportation secretary regarding a grant for the Calcasieu River Bridge.
Louisiana State Police say they have arrested the driver who is accused of causing a fatal 16-vehicle crash on the old US 190 Mississippi River Bridge on Feb. 23.
The Westlake Library located 937 Mulberry Street is hosting a vaccine clinic with Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center.They will be administering the moderna vaccine from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m..
A man has been arrested in the case of a rideshare driver allegedly behaving in a ‘suspicious manner near LSU’s campus, according to university officials and deputies with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office (EBRSO).
A resident of Nobie Lane expresses concern the ditch that runs in front of his house always seems to be clogged. Property owner Russell Moreau worries if the ditches are not properly cleaned out ahead of hurricane season, residents could suffer flooding.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving awarded certificates to law enforcement officers that have gone above and beyond in the number of DWI’s they’ve cited last year.
United Way of Southwest Louisiana has partnered with SBP to present the first of several planned events aimed at assisting hurricane-affected community members with the FEMA appeals process.
When the news broke about the pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine Tuesday, one Coast family was already living with a tragedy they believe was caused by the vaccine.
An Oakdale man has been arrested after being accused of making a homemade explosive device and setting fire to a home with four of his relatives inside.
The final pass for hurricane debris pick up for residents in calcasieu parish unincorporated areas is happening now.After 200 days of debris pick up, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury is making their final pass down each road to ensure that all eligible debris is picked up.
While it’s not unusual to reel in a bull shark along the Gulf Coast in Louisiana, anglers are reporting landing an incredible number of the sharks at Rutherford Beach.
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards delivered his State of the State address Monday, April 12 from A.W. Mumford Stadium on the campus of Southern University in Baton Rouge, La.
“When it comes down to it because teachers weren’t in class, cases became more severe.”The world stood still when COVID-19 hit, forcing schools to go virtual and leaving many young people without their safe place.
