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Lafourche, Terrebonne officials offer caveats, help with new concealed carry firearms law
A law allowing concealed carrying of firearms by most people over 18 in Louisiana took effect less than a month ago, with no related issues reported by local law enforcement. The law took effect July 4 and will not take effect in New Orleans until Aug. 1. While not expressing opposition to the...
Hot for one more day before storms arrive tonight
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Partly cloudy skies are ahead for the ArkLaTex on Wednesday during the day. Rain showers are then expected to come into the region tonight mainly across NE TX and SW AR. High temperatures reach into the mid to upper 90′s with feels like temps getting back up to above 100 degrees.
Discussions on fire department merger still smouldering
The decision on the Arcadia Fire Department merging with the North Bienville Fire Department is still up in the air. Arcadia Mayor O’Landis Millican recently met with NBFD Board Chairman William “Bill” Sims, Fire Chief Antoine Hampton, Board Member Mylan Shepherd and Bienville Parish Police Jury Secretary Treasurer Rodney Warren. They discussed the merger with NBFD, he said, but it would come with a property tax needing to be passed.
RHS to sell parking passes to new lot
As season ticket renewals approach, Ruston High School will also be making 100 parking spots available in the new lot above the south end zone for home football games during the 2024 season. The spots will go for $100 and will be available on the GoFan app Monday, July 22,...
Police seek burglar of Ruston business
Ruston Police are investigating a burglary at In-and-Out Donuts that occurred Friday. Deputy Chief Chad Hamlin said the break-in occurred about 11:50 p.m. Friday night. The suspect forced entry into the West California Avenue building while the business was closed. RPD provided a video capture of the suspect inside the...
Suspicious man with gun arrested in Ruston
Narcotics officers arrested a Ruston man last Monday after he was observed acting suspiciously with a handgun on a city street. Kelvin Hunter, 38, was charged with possession of a stolen firearm and probation violation. Surveillance was being conducted in a well-known drug trafficking area on South Farmerville Street when...
CUSA slate released for Lady Techster hoops
Louisiana Tech Women’s Basketball announced its 18-game Conference USA schedule for the 2024-25 season on Thursday in conjunction with the league office. LA Tech will play every league team twice, both home and away, starting on Jan. 2 when the Lady Techsters host UTEP before hosting New Mexico State on Jan. 4.
Tech’s Brodersen selected by Cardinals in 15th round of MLB Draft
Courtesy of LA Tech Athletic Communications and Staff Reports. Louisiana Tech pitcher Sam Brodersen was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals as the 441st pick (round 15) on day three of the 2024 MLB draft. Tech has now had three consecutive years of a pitcher being selected in the MLB...
Southwest Louisiana Snow Cone Showdown: Week 4 Results & Overall Standings
Week 4: The Snow Cone Showdown Heats Up in Southwest Louisiana!. The excitement in Southwest Louisiana continues to build as we unveil the results for the top snow cone stands for Week 4 of our Showdown. Our readers have eagerly voted, and the competition is heating up among these beloved local favorites. Known for their delightful flavors, friendly service, and refreshing treats, these snow cone stands are making a splash in the community.
Louisiana Assistant Adjutant General achieves one-star rank
PINEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana National Guard promoted Guardsman Jason Paul Mahfouz to the rank of brigadier general during an official ceremony at Louisiana National Guard Training Center Pineville’s post theater, July 13. Brig. Gen. Mahfouz is the assistant adjutant general – Army for the Louisiana National Guard...
Public Hearing: Proposed acceptance of Cotton Lane into parish road system
The Claiborne Parish Police Jury has called a public hearing to request input from the public about its proposed inclusion and acceptance of the Cotton Lane (Parish Road #512) into the Claiborne Parish Road System. All interested parties should plan to attend. The Parish plans to accept and include the...
Ada Taylor resident shot in the face following altercation
A shooting incident during the early morning hours Thursday has left one man in a Shreveport hospital with undetermined injuries and another housed in the parish lockup. Minden Chief of Police Jared McIver said the alleged shooter, 55-year-old Shannone Shine of Minden, is charged with attempted second degree murder and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Study Warns: ‘Toxic Compounds’ Found in Sun-Exposed Plastic Bottles
Louisiana folks already have a hard time keeping cool in the summertime, and now we have to worry that our bottled water might be unsafe to drink. We have all forgotten our water bottles in the car on a hot summer day at some point. If you leave them in your car or in the sun long enough, you may have noticed that they have a strange chemical-like aftertaste. Scientists have been warning us that chemicals 'linked to hormonal imbalances' such as BPA can contaminate the liquid inside the bottle.
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