The Louisiana Supreme Court is about to receive a second new member, following a series of moves orchestrated by Gov. Jeff ...

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 ...

Louisiana is leading the way in carbon sequestration, but could shifting federal priorities threaten the industry’s future?

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory is warning residents of a scam that has resurfaced in ...

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Local Family Physician Dr. Donald Higgins says vaccines and immunizations continue to be an important part of medicine. Higgins spoke with 7NEWS after the Louisiana ...

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

Fishing is a popular pastime in Louisiana, and the city is hopeful the pier, currently under development with funding from ...

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

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

Frigid weather continues for Southwest Louisiana this week as an encroaching blast of bitterly cold air moves into the region ...

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

Beloved rock band Kansas has canceled and rescheduled multiple tour dates following the announcement that lead singer Ronnie ...