Karla Castillo is a reporter at KPLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She was born and raised in Houston. She attended the University of North Texas and graduated with a degree in Broadcast & Digital Journalism.

KPLC covers news, weather and sports in Southwest Louisiana, including Calcasieu, Allen, Cameron, Beauregard, Jeff Davis and Vernon parishes.

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LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A nice start to the week is underway as we track the next cold front on Wednesday.

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Dec 23, 2024 · Kitchens previously served as news content manager/assistant news director at KBMT in Beaumont; for three years as executive producer, reporter and anchor at FOX29; and worked for seven years as anchor and investigative reporter at KPLC.

Will Wade sits down with KPLC 7 Sports Director Matthew Travis to discuss Southland Conference title, upcoming NCAA Tournament and more. Basketball Lacassine Wins First State Championship in 61 Years with 77-61 Win

Oct 19, 2024 · LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Thousands of Calcasieu Parish voters cast their ballots as early voting kicked off for the 2024 presidential election.

6 days ago · By KPLC Digital Team. A Lake Charles man is accused of killing a pedestrian while driving under the influence, according to Lake Charles police. Crime. SWLA Arrest Report - Feb. 24, 2025. Updated: Feb. 25, 2025 at 5:09 AM CST | By Patrick Deaville. Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for Feb. 24, 2025.

KPLC’s 2025 Crawfish Price Check. Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 5:10 PM CDT | By KPLC Digital Team. Crawfish prices from around Southwest Louisiana. News. Black Heritage Festival celebrates rich culture in SWLA. Updated: Mar. 13, 2025 at 4:22 PM CDT | By Conner Creel.