Good morning, Lake Charles.

Lake Charles is preparing for its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day events, including a memorial breakfast, gospel extravaganza, parade, and family activities, with registration now open.

I-10 Westbound near the Louisiana Highway 109 exit is closed due to a traffic incident in Texas, with drivers being rerouted onto Highway 109 North to Louisiana Highway 12 West.

A Lake Charles woman's murder conviction from 2004 was vacated, and she pleaded guilty to manslaughter, getting credit for 20 years served, after evidence suggested self-defense against abuse.

The Calcasieu Correctional Center's booking report for December 19, 2024, lists numerous individuals arrested on a variety of charges including drug possession, theft, and DWI.

The Cajun Ninja, Jason Derouen, will host a meet & greet and cook his famous Pastalaya in Lake Charles on December 21st, offering fans a chance to learn from his popular online cooking tutorials.

The National EMS Academy is launching its first class for 2025, offering a hybrid EMT certification program that combines online academic coursework with hands-on training, and promises full-time employment with Acadian Ambulance Service upon completion.

Hamilton Loomis Live at Panorama Music House

Multi-award winning Texas blues artist Hamilton Loomis will perform live at the Panorama Music House.

New Orleans Privateers vs McNeese State Cowboys Men's Basketball

The New Orleans Privateers will face off against the McNeese State Cowboys in this NCAA Men's Basketball matchup at McNeese State University.

Lake Charles Boat, Sport & RV Show

The event showcases a wide variety of boats, RVs, and outdoor recreational gear at one of the Gulf Coast's largest shows, featuring over 100,000 sq. ft. of exhibits.

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Stand-Up Comedy Show

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, an accomplished actress and comedian known for her work on MADtv, will be performing at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino.