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Lake Charles’ I-10 Bridge — Danger or Menace? [VIDEO]
The I-10 bridge is under construction -- but are we doing more damage to an already terrifying structure?
Politics & Money
Politics & Money
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Leesville To Hold Christmas Parade For Redeployed Soldiers
The city of Leesville Louisiana will be holding their “I’ll be Home for Christmas” parade for redeployed soldiers from Fort Polk.
It will be the largest military parade in the city since 1943 and it all happens this Saturday Dec. 10th. Here are all the details:
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Students Petition For Kanye West To Speak — THA WIRE
October 26, 2011 Well over a thousand students have signed an online petition for Kanye to speak out against Alabama's new immigration law. Now, I love me some Kanye West BUT sometimes I cringe when he speaks on highly emotional issues. I don't think anyone would argue that he's a pretty emotional guy and speaking isn't exactly his strong suit.
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Geaux Vote Saturday, October 22nd!
October 20, 2011 As always 107 Jamz wants to stress the importance of YOUR vote. You make a difference and your opinion is valuable. However, its always smart to do a little homework before you go to the polls. Know who and what your voting for before you get there. If you need help, we got you covered.
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Early Voting For Gubernatorial Election Starts This Weekend
October 7, 2011 The most powerful thing you possess as an American is the power to vote. Voting is power and it's your right. Stand up and be counted. You know what they say: "If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything".
This weekend starts early and absentee voting for the upcoming election. You’ll only be able to cast a ballot if you’re already registered to vote. However, if you want to be able to vote in the Nov. 19 runoff elections, you still have until Wednesday, Oct. 19 to get it done! And you can get it done online, too!
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Just In Case You Were Wondering, President Obama Did Try And Save Troy Davis
September 28, 2011 Since the execution of Troy Davis President Obama has been catching some heat for not doing what he could to stop the execution from taking place. However contrary to popular belief, he DID try and do something. According to ReddingNewsReview.com, unnamed sources revealed that the President tried to save Mr. Davis.
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Vesta Williams Dead At 53 — THA WIRE [VIDEO]
September 26, 2011 The music world has truly lost a magnificent talent. Vesta Williams known for her larger than life vocals, was found dead last week. Ironically, she was preparing to make a come back of sorts, with to new projects both bound for T.V.
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Usher Being Accused Of Stealing … “Burn” — THA WIRE
September 23, 2011 Say it ain't so. Usher is in the middle of a song theft dispute and facing allegations that he lifted "Burn" from songwriter Ernest Lee Straughter. God only knows why Mr. Straughter waited so long to sue, after all, the song is seven years old now. Never the less, Ursh might have a problem because the judge over the case has dismissed his motion to dismiss the case.
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Former Tax Assessor Richard Cole Pleads Guilty to Malfeasance
September 22, 2011 Former Calcasieu Parish Tax Assessor Richard Cole has pled guilty to two counts of malfeasance in office today after investigators found that $48,000 of personal expenses were charged to his office credit card. Cole was indicted in October 2010 after an audit showed the fiscal discrepancies. He stepped down from his post in January of this year.
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Lake Charles Plans 9/11 Anniversary Remembrance
August 25, 2011 With the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks fast approaching, City of Lake Charles officials announced Thursday that a commemoration ceremony is planned to honor those who fell in the attacks.
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Burton Coliseum Getting Facelift
Can you believe that the Burton Coliseum is 35 years old already? Well it is, and now its time for it to get an update.
The Burton is home to festivals, McNeese Basketball games, rodeos, graduations and many other events, so it probably is time to get the facility a new look.
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Lake Charles Police Officer arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
The following is a statement from the Louisiana State Police:
This afternoon, investigators with the Lake Charles field office of the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations, the Lake Charles City Police, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations conducted a search warrant at the residence of 35-year-old Benjamin Wild of Lake Charles. The warrant was the result of an Operation Child Watch investigation initiated earlier this year involving child pornography downloaded onto Wild’s computer.