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9 hours ago · LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Lake Charles City Council will vote tonight whether to reappoint Police Chief Shawn Caldwell. Caldwell is coming off his first six-year term …

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Jan 18, 2019 · The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Sulphur Police Department will be holding a joint news conference today to release details on the investigation of the body found …

Sep 12, 2024 · LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - After four long years of bringing you local news, weather and sports from a temporary set in our newsroom, KPLC went live from our brand …

Dec 30, 2024 · Landry’s tax plan cuts individual income and corporate taxes by $1.2 billion in the next fiscal year, according to the latest revenue projections.

A contractor who's been in hot water with numerous people he worked for is expected to go to trial in April. The DA plans to first try cases involving identity theft.