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Mega Millions Win Confirmed by Louisiana Lottery
If you were to ask a "man on the street" question to random adults walking the streets of Lafayette, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans Louisiana about lottery games to play the overwhelming reply would be Powerball. That game has woven its brand into pop culture through the years. But, the game you should be paying attention to, at least for the next few days is Mega Millions.
Supreme Court denies stays of Title IX changes to protect LGBTQ students in 10 states
The Supreme Court refused to hear arguments regarding stays of federal Title IX changes made by the Biden-Harris administration to protect LGBTQ students that 10 states successfully challenged in federal courts.
Many police asking for public's help in shooting investigation
MANY, La. — Authorities are seeking information following a shooting early Sunday morning on McFarland Avenue. The victim, who was airlifted to a hospital, is currently in stable condition. Investigators are asking anyone who saw or heard anything related to the incident to come forward. Even small details could...
Multiple law enforcement agencies continue manhunt for escapee, two captured, two in custody for assisting
Mr. Chatman all attention and resources are focused on you now, call the NPSO and turn yourself in at 357-7851 or 352-8101. *Seankalyn Chatman, B/M, Age: 26, Hgt/507, Wgt/165, Hair/Blk, Eyes/Bro with a last known address in the 100 block of Sylvan Drive, Natchitoches. Chatman was being held in the...
Chicken Nuggets/Tenders Recalled – What Louisiana Should Know
The Food Safety Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture has a word of caution for Louisiana shoppers in Shreveport, Lafayette, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Alexandria. In fact, any place in the state where ready-to-eat chicken nuggets and chicken tenders are sold frozen and ready to heat and eat should pay attention to this recall notice.
Louisiana Ranks In The Top 5 Poorest States In The USA
The economic landscape of the United States varies significantly from one state to another, influenced by factors such as industry presence, education levels, and local policies. While some states boast robust economies and high income levels, others face persistent economic challenges. This article explores the ten poorest states in the...
Louisiana Residents Urged to Update Social Security Info
SHREVEPORT, LA - Louisiana residents should not ignore the latest information from the Social Security Administration. You probably got an email message from the agency this month. It's real and is not a scam. What Does the Social Security Want?. You are being asked to update your online Social Security...
New Report Names Louisiana as Worst State to Live In
Sadly, Louisiana has made the wrong end of another list. We didn't even have Mississippi to prevent us from scraping the bottom. The personal finance website WalletHub has released its report on 2024's Best States to Live In and Louisiana ranked 50th. What was the methodology for making the Best...
CHRISTUS Health’s children’s clinic to hold grand opening Aug. 23
COUSHATTA, La. (KSLA) — CHRISTUS Health’s new Kids Clinic in Coushatta will hold its blessing, dedication and grand opening at 10 a.m. Friday (Aug. 23). The clinic at 1633 Marvel St. is funded by CHRISTUS Foundation Shreveport-Bossier with community donations made to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. “This...
VOTE: North Louisiana preseason fan’s choice volleyball Player of Year ballot has 16 choices
Sixteen players, one each from 16 volleyball teams in North Louisiana, have been placed on the 2024 Shreveport Times Fan’s Choice Volleyball Preseason Player of the Year ballot. Supporters of the schools and athletes can visit shreveporttimes.com to vote for the athlete of their choosing. Voting will conclude Aug. 23 with the winner...
Jim Beam column:Leave new bridge money alone
The Louisiana Legislature faces a $587 million shortfall for the 2025-26 fiscal year and has some alternatives for closing the gap. One of those alternatives could impact some financing for the new Interstate 10 bridge here over the Calcasieu River. A 0.45% increase in the 4% state sales tax in 2018 solved a previous budget […]
Caddo Fire District responds to home fire in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - Early Sunday morning, just after 2 a.m., Caddo Fire District responded to a house fire in the 8800 block of Denny Drive. Firefighters found a single-family home covered in flames. According to CFD, this home previously experienced a fire last month. CFD managed to bring the fire...
Bizarre Encounters: Unusual Things That Fell From the Texas Skies
Believe it or not, Texas has seen some wild & insane things falling out of the sky. From creatures to celestial stuff from outer space, we've seen it happen and we STILL can't believe this happened... It once rained fish in far East Texas. In late 2021, Texas once experienced...
Manhunt underway in Natchitoches for prison escapee
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Two prison escapees have been captured and a third is still on the run after three prisoners escaped from custody in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for Seankalyn Chatman, 26, to turn himself over to authorities. Chatman is a...
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