weather

Potential for severe weather across SW La. today

There is potential for severe weather today across Southwest Louisiana, in addition to dense fog that has formed…

Local News

Jim Beam column:Aid to Ukraine tops false list

The citizens of Ukraine have been in my nightly prayers since Russia invaded that country on Feb. 24,…

Informer

The Informer: Lake Charles Rice Mill explosion ends saga that began in 1890s

A raging fire destroyed the historic Lake Charles Rice Mill on North Kirkman Street, engulfing the central warehouse…

Local News

Mayoral candidates put views out front during debate

Four of the five candidates hoping to win the Lake Charles mayoral race participated in a debate hosted…

Sports

LSU mercy-rules North Alabama to open weekend

LSU hit a season-high six home runs and got another quality start out of Kade Anderson as the…

Local News

ROADWORK: Upcoming road closures across the region

The city of Lake Charles has been notified of two upcoming temporary lane closures beginning Monday, March 10.…

life

First drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic canceled due to threat of severe weather

Special to the American Press The drive-thru rabies clinic, scheduled for Saturday, March 8, at the Burton Complex…

Crime

Arrest made in fatal Nelson Road hit-and-run

A Lake Charles woman has been arrested in a Monday night fatal hit-and-run of a pedestrian walking alongside…

National News

Gene Hackman died of heart disease, his wife died of hantavirus about 1 week prior, authorities say

Authorities revealed Friday that actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease and showed severe signs of Alzheimer’s disease…

Business

Liberty Mutual to refund $4M to Louisiana policyholders after overcharges

By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square Liberty Mutual will refund approximately $4 million to around 138,000 Louisiana…