World News
Pope Francis lies in state ahead of his funeral, set for Saturday
Pope Francis ’ funeral has been set for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, and a viewing…
Crime
Jury begins deliberating in Lori Vallow Daybell’s trial on charge she conspired to kill her husband
Jurors began deliberating Monday afternoon in the Arizona trial of Lori Vallow Daybell, the Idaho woman with doomsday…
National News
Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says
The Education Department will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages…
State News
Case of measles confirmed in greater New Orleans area
Special to the American Press The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed one case of measles in an…
Crime
4/21: Calcasieu Parish Sheriff announces arrest list
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: John Carroll Comeaux Jr., 50, 1122 Majestic Pines Drive,…
Local News
Traveling National Vietnam Veterans Memorial plans stop in Allen Parish
The American Veterans Traveling Tribute, a replica of the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial, will be visiting Allen Parish…
life
Sheriff to host Senior Citizen’s Fishing Rodeo
Special to the American Press Sheriff Stitch Guillory and the CPSO Elderly Services Division will host the annual…
State News
Audit: Louisiana health department fails to fix financial and compliance issues
By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square The Louisiana Department of Health continues to struggle with a range…
life
Lake Arthur police hosting drug take back event
Special to the American Press The DEA National Take Back Day is scheduled 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April…
Local News
BREAKING: Body of drowning victim recovered
The body of a Crowley man who drowned Friday while swimming with family and friends in the Calcasieu…