Good morning, Lake Charles.

Calcasieu Correctional Center booked several Lake Charles residents on July 4 for charges that included battery of a police officer, possession of Schedule I and II drugs, trespassing, resisting an officer, theft under $1,000, burglary, domestic abuse battery and other offenses plus others from Franklin and Houston were also arrested for contempt of court and related charges.

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's deputies investigated a Fourth of July shooting on Friday night on Allen Street in DeQuincy and found 26-year-old Cortez D.

Boston dead from a gunshot wound—another person was taken to the hospital for emergency surgery, authorities said.

A shooting in DeQuincy left one person dead+and one person hospitalized on July 5th+ as authorities investigate the case.

A 26-year-old man died from a gunshot wound on Allen Street in DeQuincy Friday night while another man was hospitalized with gunshot wounds—authorities are investigating the altercation.

Sulphur High School graduate Paxton VanMetre was named American Press Male Scholar Athlete of the Year after ranking 18th among 404 students with a 4.14 GPA while excelling in sports, band and clubs; he will study mechanical engineering at Louisiana Tech this fall.

La Koshia Roberts, the longest-serving ethics board member from Lake Charles, said Gov. Jeff Landry and state lawmakers passed sweeping ethics and campaign finance law changes that are dismantling ethics enforcement—she warned the changes give lawmakers extra flexibility in avoiding accountability. Roberts claimed the new rules create a system that benefits powerful officials—undermining proper oversight.

Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops

7-10 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Check website for price — Experience a night of classical music with the Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops.

Louisiana Rural Water Association Conference

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Check Official Website — Engage in networking and educational sessions for water utility professionals.

Lake Charles Food Distribution

2-4 p.m. — 1225 2nd St, Lake Charles — Free entry — Register and bring your ID and proof of address to receive essential food supplies for families.

Cajun Music and Food Festival

All day — Burton Complex — Admission varies — Celebrate the rich culture of Cajun music and food at this annual festival.

Marshland Festival

July 25-26 — Lake Charles Event Center — Ticket info TBA — Experience the vibrant culture of the Marshland Festival with a weekend of entertainment and community spirit.

Hawaiian Luau Bingo Event

2-5 p.m. — Chasers Bar and Grill — Fundraising event — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of bingo while supporting the Krewe of Illusions and keeping Mardi Gras traditions alive.