State News
DOE authorizes Strategic Petroleum Reserve exchange to support La. supply
By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square The U.S. Department of Energy has authorized an emergency exchange from the Strategic…
State News
Louisiana launches High Impact Jobs Program focused on energy, advanced manufacturing
By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square A new state program designed to boost high-paying employment in Louisiana…
Local News
Sulphur, Police Jury to share costs for Kim Street overlay project
The city of Sulphur has entered into a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury to…
Crime
UPDATE: Oakdale police chief, marshal accused of exploiting immigration system for personal profit
Federal prosecutors have unsealed an indictment against several current and former law enforcement officers, including Oakdale Police Chief…
Local News
Beauregard firefighter dies in crash responding to call
Special to the American Press A volunteer firefighter from DeRidder died as the result of crash that happened…
Crime
BREAKING: Oakdale police chief arrested during law enforcement conference
Federal agents reportedly arrested three central Louisiana police chiefs on Tuesday. At least two were reportedly arrested while…
weather
WEATHER UPDATE: Tropical disturbance could bring excessive rainfall to SW La.
A tropical disturbance is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico Wednesday morning. National Weather Service Lake…
Crime
Sheriff: DNA sample links Ville Platte man to 2024 rape
A DNA sample has linked a 46-year-old Ville Platte to the 2024 rape of one of his family…
Politics
Cassidy campaign says challenger inflated campaign donations
By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square Republican state Treasurer John Fleming, who is challenging GOP Sen. Bill…
life
Local author, poet recounts recovery journey in equine therapy
During times of hardship, friendships are an important source of support. In the poetry collection “I Talk To…