Warmer weather is slowly settling in SWLA, and it looks like a more comfortable if slightly humid trend is ahead for the rest of the week!

As LNG exports and industrial projects move forward here in SWLA, the need for a skilled and qualified workforce is growing. That’s why instrumentation and electrical programs at SOWELA Technical Community College are increasing in popularity.

Lake Charles officials will hold a public meeting for property owners along Mardi Gras parade routes who will be affected by 2025 Mardi Gras parades. The meeting will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 25 in the City Council Chambers of City Hall,

Two Lake Charles men are accused of trying to steal large amounts of copper wire.Calvin L. Droddy, 35, and Kenneth P. Petty, 38, were arrested by Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office after allegedly trying to steal the copper at a business near Helms Road and Tom Hebert Road in Lake Charles.

As a child, Cody Fontenot asked for all the things other children would ask for: He wanted to learn how to ride a bike, play the drums, skateboard and sleep in the top bunk. For a while, he went to a public school and eventually lived by himself with a roommate for a while as a young adult.

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 watchdog stories across southwest Louisiana, with a focus on Lake Charles and Lafayette.

Night - Scattered showers with a 77% chance of precipitation. Winds from N to NNW at 9 to 17 mph (14.5 to 27.4 kph). The overnight low will be 46 °F (7.8 °C). Mostly sunny with a high of 46 °F ...