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Tropical Storm Arthur brings rain bands and possible flooding to SWLA. Here’s the latest forecast and what to expect next.

Comedy star Matt Mathews will perform three shows at Golden Nugget Lake Charles this November after fans packed the first dates.

Hurricane season is already reminding Gulf Coast residents to stay prepared. Here's what experts say every emergency supply kit should include.

Calcasieu Parish has opened multiple sandbag locations to help residents prepare for possible flooding.

A potential tropical cyclone near Texas could impact SWLA with several days of rain, with some areas possibly seeing 10+ inches.

Former LSU national championship coach Ed Orgeron is returning to Lake Charles for a special McNeese Athletics event. Here's what fans need to know.

A curious traveler’s journey through Louisiana turns into a delightful adventure, revealing unexpected treasures and southern hospitality along the way.

Pig races are coming to the SWLA Cattle Baron's Ball, and local businesses can sponsor a racing pig. The names alone could steal the show.

The Zydeco Boss is back! Keith Frank returns to Lake Charles on June 27 for a huge free live show Lake Charles.

Gas prices in Louisiana are down slightly, with AAA reporting an average of $3.69. See the cheapest stations in Southwest Louisiana.

Get ready to dance! Grammy Award-winning Zydeco artist Chubby Carrier is bringing his Bayou Swamp Band to Lake Charles this Saturday night.

A Lake Charles law firm is turning heads with a divorce gift bag packed with funny items. Wait until you see what's inside.

Ready to hit the links? We've rounded up the best golf courses in Southwest Louisiana that every golfer should play at least once.

As families flock to the beach this summer, a recent scare reminds us all of the hidden dangers lurking beneath the sand.

Fresh new material, hometown stories, and plenty of laughs. Jen Kober returns to Lake Charles after releasing her new comedy special Uber Famous.

Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? Sam Houston Jones State Park offers camping, fishing, hiking, kayaking, and more right here in Southwest Louisiana.

Mark your calendars as the American Kombat Alliance is bringing another stacked MMA card to Lake Charles, and fans won't want to miss it.

The founder of Raising Cane's says he always skips the coleslaw and swaps it for extra toast and Cane's Sauce.