As the Lake Charles reporter for The Advocate, I am excited to cover stories in the southwest Louisiana community. I'll be working with investigative reporter Megan Wyatt, who will be seeking out ...

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Louisiana State Police force is looking for new recruits, and today, Troop D is opened its ...

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Lake Charles city officials offered a first look at several park upgrade projects today at Huber ...

The Rev. Franklin Edwin Fondel Sr. was born at 9 a.m. on Feb. 22, 1934, along with his twin sister, Francese Fondel, to proud ...

A culinary journey through the Pelican State brings swamp tours, karaoke and selection of North America’s most indulgent ...

Louisiana woman DaNita Batiste is fighting to reclaim the title to a property that’s been in her family for centuries.

Patricia H. Stough, 87, of Lake Charles, La., passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in the comfort of her home.

Kansas frontman Ronnie Platt has shared that he has been diagnosed with cancer, forcing the band to reschedule a run of shows.

Two Lake Charles men are accused of trying to steal large amounts of copper wire.Calvin L. Droddy, 35, and Kenneth P. Petty, ...

Year of Food’ in Louisiana, and whether you're indulging in rich gumbo, savory jambalaya, or a sweet beignet, each dish ...

Platt announced their diagnosis with followers last week in a Facebook post, revealing the cancer has not spread and plans to ...