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43 tornadoes during Beryl now confirmed by National Weather Service office in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - 67 warnings. 43 tornadoes. That’s what the ArkLaTex dealt with as Beryl moved through the region Monday, July 8 after striking the Texas coast as a Category 1 hurricane. The National Weather Service office in Shreveport confirmed the whopping 43 tornadoes. The office issued a...
The Shreveport Police Department extended its gratitude to the camp kids at First Methodist Church who generously donated over 200 backpacks filled with school supplies
Shreveport, LA – According to the police officials, these backpacks will be distributed to children in the community, providing them with essential resources for the upcoming school year. The initiative showcased the inspiring efforts of the next generation in supporting their peers, reinforcing a sense of community and solidarity.
On This Day: After controversial Cup, Laredo declines invite for season-opening rematch
The Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs thought they had a deal. Again, the Laredo Bucks spoiled the party. Three months after Laredo ripped the hearts out of the Mudbugs (and their fans) in a controversial Game 7 of the Central Hockey League’s Presidents Cup Final, the club passed on the opportunity for a rematch in Bossier-Shreveport’s 2004-05 season opener.
Rain with cooler temps for Monday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Scattered rain showers and storms are ahead for the ArkLaTex for Monday afternoon and Monday night. Most of the morning hours should be dry though with only mostly cloudy conditions. High temperatures will cool down into the mid 80′s. Scattered rain showers carry on into...
These 26 Country Stars Are From Here In The Arklatex
With the relatively recent rise to stardom of several locals, we began to ponder what would be left in country music if it weren't for Shreveport and the Arklatex?. Just over the last few years, we've added the likes of Jordan Davis from Shreveport, Lainey Wilson from Baskin, La. (I realize that's a little bit of a stretch from us, but it's just over 100 miles) and most recently, we've been entertained with the debut single "We Ride" from Logansport's own Bryan Martin.
4 indicted on murder charges; another charged with rape
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) — A Caddo grand jury recently indicted five people, including four on charges of second-degree murder. The panel formally charged 27-year-old Michael Keith McKnight with two counts of second-degree murder and 37-year-old Lederrick Dewayne Gant, of Shreveport, 40-year-old Shemika Draper Johnson and 44-year-old Keelon Bernard Nelson with one count each of second-degree murder.
Shreveport Conn's Home Plus closing as national furniture retailer faces bankruptcy
As you drive down Youree Drive in Shreveport you can see large posters plastered to the windows of Conn's Home Plus-- the signs read "Store Closing and Entire Store 30% to 50%." Conn's is a furniture, mattress, electronics and appliance store-- headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. It was founded in...
Volunteer opportunities for Acadiana, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport/Bossier
Louisiana Inspired highlights volunteer opportunities across south Louisiana and the Shreveport/Bossier City area. If your organization has specific volunteer opportunities, email us at lainspired@theadvocate.com with details on the volunteer opportunity, organization and the contact/registration information volunteers would need. Acadiana: Lafayette Parish Foster Grandparent Program, 160 Industrial Parkway, Lafayette, offers seniors...
NFL Hall of Fame inductee, Shreveport native Terry Bradshaw talks life, family and music in return home
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - “I’m nervous, I’m excited, I’m nervous. I want to do a good job and I want them to be proud of me.”. Terry Bradshaw’s latest adventure doesn’t involve football. But, a microphone and his voice. “It’s nervewrecking. You normally...
LSP lieutenant booked with DWI has retired
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A Louisiana state trooper arrested for alleged drunk driving last week has retired from the agency, a Louisiana State Police spokesman confirmed late Monday. Lt. Prentiss “Trey” Bellue, 51, was arrested by Baton Rouge police after crashing his personal vehicle along Interstate 10 near Perkins...
Louisiana Crowned as One of the Least Eco-Friendly States
Louisiana has had some problems with keeping the state clean and green, going as far as recently launching an anti-litter hotline in an attempt to combat litter problems. Well, a new study from WalletHub doesn't help the state's appearance as it shines more of a light on Louisiana's environmental problems. WalletHub released a study in which each state is ranked based on how eco-friendly they are.
No prison for a nursing home owner who sent 800 residents to ride out a hurricane in squalor
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Louisiana businessman who sent more than 800 elderly residents from his seven nursing homes to ride out Hurricane Ida in a crowded, ill-equipped warehouse pleaded no contest to 15 criminal counts Monday and was sentenced to three years of probation. Bob Dean Jr. also must pay more than $358,000 in restitution to the state health department and more than $1 million as a monetary penalty, but state Attorney General Liz Murrill expressed frustration in a news release that Dean didn’t get any prison time. “We asked specifically that he be sentenced to a minimum of 5 years in prison, and not be given only probation. I respect our judicial system and that the judge has the ultimate discretion over the appropriate sentence, but I remain of the opinion that Dean should be serving prison time,” her statement said. Dean, 70, owned seven nursing homes in New Orleans and southeast Louisiana. As Ida approached, Dean moved hundreds of residents into a building in the town of Independence, roughly 70 miles (110 kilometers) northwest of New Orleans.
Southeastern to Host Louisiana Girls State Program
Southeastern Louisiana University will host the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Louisiana Girls State program June 8-14, 2025. Louisiana Girls State is a summer leadership and citizenship program sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary for high school students who have completed their junior year. “We are honored to have been selected...
RECALL ALERT: Thousands of Louisiana Vehicles Could Be Impacted By Faulty Fuel Pump
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Hyundai vehicle owners in Louisiana may need to check their fuel pumps after a recall notice from the company that impacts nearly 55,000 vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automotive company is recalling certain 2019-2023 models of Genesis G70, Veloster N, Elantra N, and Kona N because of problems with the fuel delivery system.
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