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Hurricane Chris Says Issue With 50 Cent Was “Big Misunderstanding”
Hurricane Chris is elaborating on his stance and energy regarding 50 Cent’s Humor & Harmony Weekend. In an interview with Shreveport’s KSLA 12 News, the rapper opened up about his problem with 50’s inaugural festival for the city and what led to him speaking out against his festivities.50 Cent Tells Hurricane Chris "Ya Sh*t Is Wack" After Being Called Out Over Humor & Harmony Fest “And like I say, it’s no malice. It’s no hate. It’s all love, but I must voice my opinion because I been here, and I been in Shreveport,” Chris expressed. “I definitely had no malice. It...
Agreement to cancel medical debt for 193,000 needy patients in Southern states
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A New Orleans-based system of hospitals and clinics serving Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama is working with a New York nonprofit to wipe out $366 million in medical debt for about 193,000 needy patients. The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reported Wednesday that the deal involving Ochsner Health was arranged by Undue Medical Debt, a donor-funded […]
Gov. Landry recently announced the launch of the GUMBO 2.0 program, which aims to distribute $1.355 billion in funding to enhance broadband access across the state of Louisiana
Shreveport, LA – According to the state officials, this initiative will expand broadband to 140,000 locations, including 100,000 homes (60,000 in rural parishes), 35,000 businesses, and 4,000 community anchor institutions such as schools, hospitals, and law enforcement agencies. GUMBO 2.0 is expected to create 8,000 to 10,000 jobs, boost...
Benton High School awarded 5k for football team
BENTON, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Benton High School football team to receive award of $5,000 from T-Mobile. According to a media release, Benton High School is one of 50 high schools across the country to receive $5,000 as part of T-Mobile’s recently launched “T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights”! The $5,000 award will help to support Benton’s football program.
Hertz-owned tower in Shreveport faces power shutoff due to nonpayment
In Lake Charles, work is underway to take down the Hertz Tower — formerly the Capital One Tower — by implosion on Sept. 7. In Shreveport, Hertz is having trouble with their electric bill. Shreveport’s largest office tower, the 25-story Regions Tower, as well as an adjacent 16-story building, had signs posted by electricity provider […]
Highland house catches fire, causing damage to others nearby
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A fire broke out at a house in the Highland neighborhood. On August 24, 7:23 a.m., the Shreveport Fire Department (SFD) responded to a fire emergency on 700 block of Columbia Street, near Line Avenue and Dillingham Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that an old property behind a main home was fully involved with fire.
Is Crime Still a Major Concern for Shreveport Residents?
SHREVEPORT, LA - Crime numbers in Shreveport have fallen from last year's numbers, but many residents are still troubled by crime in neighborhoods across the city. There have been 39 murders in the city so far this year and 42 murders in Caddo Parish. The City Council's Public Safety Committee...
Bossier Police Seeking Woman for Writing Fraudulent Checks
The Bossier City Police (Property Crimes Division) needs the Public’s assistance in identifying an individual. On 08/03/2024, an unknown black female went to 3715 Benton Road and used a Fraudulent check to purchase an ATV. The black female was driving a red colored Dodge Ram truck with Temporary Tag in the back window of the vehicle. If anyone knows the identity of the individual or any information on the case please contact Crime Stoppers or the Bossier City Police Department.
Offensive skill players shine for Bearcats in Byrd scrimmage
SHREVEPORT, La. — Returning senior running backs Jordan Hayes and Dylone Brooks made their opportunities count Friday night at the annual summer scrimmage against C.E. Byrd, with both players scoring multiple touchdowns on the ground and through the air. “I thought both guys rans the ball really hard,” Ruston...
50 Cent Explains Why He Chose Shreveport Over Houston In New Interview
In 2021, 50 Cent moved to Houston from New York with plans to launch a film studio. Fast forward, the film and television mogul launched G-Unit film and television studio in Shreveport, Louisiana in April with fans curious about the original Houston film development. In a new interview with Shreveport’s KTAL news, 50 explains why he moved his film studio from Texas to Louisiana.
Ink, water and other wild weekend fun in Shreveport-Bossier
Got ink? You might want some after visiting Inkin Shreveport at the Shreveport Convention Center this weekend. The celebration of all things body art runs Friday through Sunday. You can enter a tattoo contest for fame and prizes, there will be music, vendors, and if you are a fan of...
A book with a cut: Shreveport barbershops step in to encourage reading
Barbershops throughout Shreveport now have a little more to give than a snip or clip. Ten shops in mostly Black neighborhoods that are not within easy walking distance to the nearest branch of the Shreve Memorial Library are serving as small-scale libraries. For the Shreve Memorial system, it is a...
CHRISTUS Health opens new clinic for kids in Coushatta
COUSHATTA, La. (KSLA) - CHRISTUS Health has opened a new children’s clinic in Coushatta. The facility, CHRISTUS Kids Clinic, opened Friday, Aug. 23. It’s located at the CHRISTUS Coushatta Health Care Center at 1633 Marvel St. It’s funded by CHRISTUS Foundation Shreveport-Bossier, with donations from the community made to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Shreveport community gets FREE gas with funky moves
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Cares Krewe is back at it again and decided to keep up the smiles, laughter, and dancing one gas pump at a time. The KTAL NBC 6 and KMSS FOX 33 Cares Krewe headed to a local Walmart fuel stop, using dance moves, gas-pumping arms, and high-energy music to stop customers in their vehicles.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will make six stops in the Shreveport-Bossier area this weekend
An Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be making six pitstops in the Shreveport-Bossier area this weekend. Here’s when and where you can find it:. Super 1 Foods on 3705 Jewella Avenue from 10 a.m. to noon. Super 1 Foods at 2640 Waggoner Avenue 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday:. Super 1...
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