On Tuesday, there's a nearly 30% chance of heavy rain and strong winds across Southwest and Central Louisiana that could delay Mardi Gras parades.

LAKE CHARLES, La. (Louisiana First) — Louisiana has steadily ramped up its investments in carbon sequestration projects, but with the Trump administration aiming to curb government spending and shift its focus away from reducing carbon emissions ...

The driver of the vehicle was identified by police as 25-year-old Broc Dearman. Officers said he was driving under the influence and that this was the man's fourth such offense.

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.

Louisiana’s wetlands are one of the planet’s most vital carbon storage centers, but destroying these reservoirs can accelerate harmful emissions that intensify global warming, according to experts.

Louisiana’s wetlands are vital carbon storage centers, but destroying them can accelerate harmful emissions that accelerate global warming.

Strong storms are headed to Louisiana for Mardi Gras. The question is when will they arrive. The updated National Weather Service forecast reveals the timing.

Two top Louisiana officials who are physicians are encouraging residents to get vaccinated against measles as an outbreak spreads in Texas.

There are six Mardi Gras events in Southwest Louisiana planned March 4 beginning from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Four of the parades are slated for downtown Lake Charles starting from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mardi ...