State News

Ethical dilemma for Landry: Governor faces charges while his lawyer seeks changes for future claims

Louisiana is poised to adopt new measures that watchdogs warn raise barriers to holding public officials accountable via…

life

Italian eataway: Come for the pope, stay for the food

SORRENTO, Italy — So there we were, Beverly and I, minding our own business at a serene clifftop…

Local News

PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown at Sundown

The Dead Matadors take the stage Friday evening for the Downtown at Sundown series on Ryan Street in…

Crime

26-year-old to serve life behind bars in fatal robbery

A Lake Charles man will serve life in prison for his role in the 2023 fatal robbery of…

News

Cowboys check in for summer work

The Cowboys are hoping that when they start summer workouts on Monday, they will be in their new…

News

Guzzardo finishes roster

When she showed up at McNeese State, Ayla Guzzardo didn’t come alone. The new Cowgirls women’s basketball coach…

Local News

Celebrating the people, stories of Jeff Davis: New leaders ready to amplify parish’s assets

Jeff Davis Parish’s new tourism and economic development leaders are charting a future course for tourism and economic…

Teacher of Week

Teacher Charity Ratliff: When students thrive, the community thrives

As a pre-K teacher, Charity Ratliff, 49, provides young students with their first experiences in education. She is…

Crime

UPDATE: Eight counts of attempted murder added in child abuse case

Patrick Seth Greene, a teacher and coach at Sulphur High School’s ninth grade campus, is now facing eight…

life

PHOTO GALLERY: Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows gets underway

The Calcasieu Kennel Club is hosting its annual Cajun Cowboy Cluster of Dog Shows this weekend with more…

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