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A former Hometown Patriot needs your help
BENTON, La - Charles Evans needs your help to rebuild his life. Evans' home in Benton was damaged by the storms whipped up by Hurricane Beryl. Todd Adcock, a local contractor, has set up a GoFundMe account to cover the costs of materials for the much-needed repairs. Their goal is...
Public Defender Turnover
SHREVEPORT, La. - Caddo Correctional Center, designed to house 1,070 inmates, is consistently close to 1,500 within its walls. This fact has been underscored by a recent task force report which highlights several factors contributing to the facility's overcrowding.
Shreveport area voters discuss Biden’s decision to withdraw, Harris’ rise as likely Democratic nominee
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The political landscape has evolved during the past few weeks. An assassination attempt on a former president and now a presidential candidate leaves the race. Even though her family is divided by politics, Hannah Roark said this is great for the country. “Personally, I really admire...
A train derailment in downtown Shreveport leaves I-20 off ramp closed Sunday
An off-ramp on I-20 is closed Sunday afternoon after a train derailment in downtown Shreveport. According to Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the I-20 westbound off-ramp to Spring Street is currently closed due to the train derailment located under the Spring/Market Street bridge. ...
Children ingest water beads at Bossier City daycare; get medical treatment
BOSSIER CITY, La. - Bossier City police are investigating after children at a Bossier City daycare ingested water beads, causing several to seek medical treatment. One is in intensive care. Water beads, better known as Orbeez, are small, colorful balls that grow when they absorb water. Kelsey Hyatt, whose child...
Robert Southerland and the Texas City Tragedy, 1947
In Texas City, Texas, a busy industrial port between Galveston and Houston, an explosion occurred on the morning of Wednesday, April 16, 1947 that changed history locally and even globally. The shock of the explosion could be felt as far away as Louisiana, and the waves of anxiety and grief scarred many families in the Shreveport and Bossier area, including the Southerland family, as they awaited news of their brother, son, and son-in-law Robert D. Southerland.
Does your neighborhood project need some support? Shreveport wants to help.
The City of Shreveport is accepting application for grant funding meant for projects to improve local neighborhoods through community gardens, beautification and planned gathering. Shreveport's Neighborhood Investment Program, established in 2003 and run by Department of Community Development, will accept grant applications from local organizations meant to support a variety...
Bossier City Spotlight: Eventful Week of Celebrations and Openings in Bossier City
This past week was marked by several notable celebrations across Bossier City. During the Bossier Chamber of Commerce’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, a special recognition ceremony was held for Chamber President Ms. Lisa Johnson, who has been a driving force in advancing the business community for 20 years. Johnson received numerous gifts, plaques, and accolades from local leaders, including a key to the city from Mayor Tommy Chandler. Leadership from Barksdale Air Force Base was also present to honor her contributions.
Volunteers help restore the Reiser Neighborhood
SHREVEPORT, La. - The Reiser Neighborhood Cleanup brought volunteers out on Saturday morning to improve the area and restore its charm. JoeAnn Jenkins, an active community member, expressed her excitement about the much-needed assistance. "It's been about 5-10 years since the city has come out to help," Jenkins noted. The...
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