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Officer-involved shooting leaves one dead in Lake Charles

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Officer-involved shooting leaves one dead in Lake Charles

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Garland's "Red, White and You" Celebration in Downtown | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth

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Garland's "Red, White and You" Celebration in Downtown | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth

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Garland's "Red, White and You" celebration is back downtown for the first time in 15 years, offering free activities and a 9:30 PM fireworks show.See the Story

Lake Charles man thought to have been killed in crash was shot; suspects identified

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Lake Charles man thought to have been killed in crash was shot; suspects identified

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LAKE CHARLES, La. (KLFY) -- A Lake Charles man thought to have been killed in a hit-and-run Sunday was found to have been shot to death, authorities said. The body of Kalin J. Stevens, 23, of Lake Charles, was found Sunday night in the 6700 block of U.S. 90 in Lake Charles after a 911 hang up call, according to Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory. “We initially believed the incident to be a traffic fatality, but after further investigation …See the Story

Here's what we know about the new Lake Charles I-10 bridge project

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TheCalcasieu River Bridge Project is a 5.5-mile corridor stretching from Ryan Street to the I-210 and I-10 interchange in Westlake scheduled to begin construction in early 2026 and be completed by fall 2031.Lake Charles · Lake Charles See the Story

Business Loss Forces Shaquille O’Neal to Decide Big Chicken’s Fate Months After Legal Setback

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Shaquille O’Neal’s ‘Big Chicken’ is already making big moves, with over 40 locations open and a staggering 350 more in the pipeline. To boost this growth, the fast-casual brand locked in a powerhouse partnership with Craveworthy Brands 4 months ago. Their aim is an expansion plan— 272 new restaurants by 2029. However, those plans seem to be in trouble as setbacks pile up one after the other for the Lakers legend. Big Chicken debuted in Las Vegas…Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

James “Yorkie” T. Hollier - American Press

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James T. “Yorkie”Hollier of Lake Charles, La. was born in his grandfather’s house on July 21, 1933 to Leroy Hollier and Victoria Granger Hollier in Prien Lake, La. James attended Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and School. Yorkie retired from PPG Industries after 30 years of work. He is survived by his children James Jr., Ray, Victor, Viveca and Billy-Joe along with nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Yorkie will …Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

Lino John Marcon - American Press

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Lino John Marcon, 95, of Spring, Texas passed away June 30, 2025. He was born Jan. 21, 1930, in Coniston, Ontario Canada to the late Emilio Marcon and Angela Spinazzè. He was known as Lino to some, John to others and Dad and Nonno to the family. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Elizabeth Marcon nee Fraser; brother, Norman Marcon; daughter, Margaret Angelina Marcon; daughter, Jane Madeline (Brady) Whitfield; son, Christopher Anthony Marcon; s…Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

Warren “Jimmy” J. LeBlanc Sr. - American Press

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Warren J. (Jimmie) LeBlanc Sr. born in Welsh on Nov. 14, 1934, son of the late Andrew and Ada Hardy LeBlanc, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family. Jimmie was a graduate of 1954 Class in Lacassine, La. He served his country honorably in the Louisiana National Guard from 1953-1959. He and his wife, Genevieve married in November of 1955. Jimmie was a rice farmer in Welsh area for most of his adult li…Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

Michael Joseph Deville - American Press

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Michael Joseph Deville, 63, passed away on June 29, 2025 surrounded by family. He was a lifelong native of Lake Charles and a 1980 graduate of W.O. Boston High School. Michael was an employee of Conoco Phillips for 36 years. Michael was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. He was an avid sports fan of the Lakers and LSU Tigers. His most joyful times were watching his two grandsons play baseball. Survivors include his wife of…Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

LCCP’s fast rise to dominance - American Press

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In less than a decade, the Lake Charles College Prep boys track and field has become a powerhouse program with three state championships and a trio of runners-up. The 2025 season was the Trailblazers’ most successful yet. A year after runner-up finishes at the state indoor and outdoor meets in Baton Rouge, they won the Class 3A outdoor state championship and the Division II indoor title in February. They are the first area school to win an indoo…Lake Charles · Lake Charles Read Article

Sowela expands criminal justice program online - American Press

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