Crime
Counterfeit bills used in Lake Arthur
LAKE ARTHUR — Lake Arthur police are investigating a case of counterfeit money that was received by a ... Read more
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Business
Officials defend tax incentives for industrial projects
Long-term benefits include sales tax gains, temporary and permanent jobs Taxpayers should take into account the long-term benefits ... Read more
Local News
Sales taxes valuable but volatile
Taxing authority: No formal study done to weigh benefits, limitations of exemption With a table set by Gov. ... Read more
Editorials
Area’s homeless population growing
The American Press The number of people in the Lake Charles area who are considered homeless is growing. ... Read more
Local News
Homeless problem subject of forum
A panel of local officials heard from several residents Tuesday about ways to solve the growing homeless problem ... Read more
Crime
Safety training too good to be true
BBB warns consumers about fake certifications The Better Business Bureau of Southwest Louisiana is warning consumers about a ... Read more
Editorials
La. ranks poorly in business climate
The American Press Louisiana has once again been ranked poorly on a nationwide survey, this one is the ... Read more
Editorials
New trade deal needs a fair vote
The American Press <p class="indent">President Trump recently announced the completion of successful trade negotiations with our Northern American ... Read more
Editorials
State’s auto insurance rates much too high
Louisiana has the second highest auto insurance rates in the country, and it seems clear that isn’t going ... Read more
Editorials
New tax exemption process being tested
The American Press <p class="indent"><span>A</span> major test of the new criteria for granting local industrial property tax exemptions is ... Read more