Local News
Utility rate increases approved in Sulphur
Several utility rate increases and other fiscal ordinances that faced public opposition at April’s regular meeting were approved…
State News
Report: Louisiana still battling fentanyl crisis
By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square Louisiana continues to face one of the most severe drug overdose…
Local News
Jim Beam column:Tax breaks hard to eliminate
Louisiana legislators love to give tax exemptions. The state gave away $7.5 billion of those exemptions in 2023,…
Crime
Judge reduces Menendez brothers’ murder sentences, putting them a step closer to freedom
Erik and Lyle Menendez will have a new shot at freedom after 35 years behind bars for murdering their…
Sports
MLB reinstates Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson, making them Hall of Fame eligible
Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson were reinstated by baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday, making both eligible…
Local News
Leesville Council approves seeking bids on artificial turf
By Ashlyn Little The Leesville City Council agreed on Monday to pay for an appraisal of 27 acres…
life
Red Cross installing free smoke alarms in Lake Charles
Special to the American Press Home fires remain the nation’s most frequent disaster, and the American Red Cross…
Local News
To protect and serve: CPSO honors five fallen deputies
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office joined communities across the nation on Tuesday in honoring law enforcement officers during National…
Crime
Attempted murder suspect fails to appear for trial
Authorities are seeking a Jennings man who failed to appear for his scheduled attempted murder trial on Monday.…
Local News
PHOTO GALLERY: Law Enforcement Memorial Service
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office recognized National Law Enforcement Week on Tuesday with a memorial service honoring the…