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FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Louisianian Should Watch
The FBI is warning bank customers in Louisiana and nationwide about a trend of crimes referred to as 'jugging'. Groups are camping out at various banks and ATMs, waiting for their ideal victim to target. What is Jugging?. The term 'jugging' is derived from criminals who target people with 'jugs'...
Louisiana tribes restore river cane to preserve their culture and the environment
Rose Fisher Greer and her daughter are the only basket weavers left in the Jena Band of Choctaw Indians, a tribe based in central Louisiana. To practice her craft, Greer needs river cane. For that, she has to go into Kisatchie National Forest, and she’s the only person in her tribe willing to make the […] The post Louisiana tribes restore river cane to preserve their culture and the environment appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Boogie Down the Bayou – A fundraiser to support veterans, fallen first responders
DENHAM SPRINGS – On Sunday, July 21st, the Louisiana VFW District 8 is hosting a heartfelt fundraiser for the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting America’s heroes. The event, aptly named “Boogie Down the Bayou,” will take place from 11 AM to 7 PM.
LSU Captures Eight Individual Honors on the LSWA All-Louisiana Track & Field Team
BATON ROUGE – Seven LSU athletes earned top honors in the 2024 Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s All-Louisiana Track and Field team announced this weekend. A panel of track media/communications members nominated and selected the award winners for both men and women. A list was also compiled with the aide of the Track & Field Results Reporting System of the athletes that are honored All-Louisiana best times.
Local woman camps outside animal shelter to adopt furry friend
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - In a heartwarming display of dedication and love, a woman’s patience overnight led to the adoption of a special four-legged friend. According to the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter (OPAS), the evening of Thursday July 18 , the woman parked herself outside the gates, determined to be the first in line to adopt a special furry friend.
Bossier Crime Stoppers Seeking Three Theft Suspects
The Bossier City Police (Property Crimes Division) needs the Public’s assistance in identifying three individuals. On 06/22/2024, two unknown black females and an unknown black male who appears to be dressed as a female entered a store located in Bossier City and stole items from the store. If anyone knows the identity of the three individuals or any information on the case please contact Crime Stoppers or the Bossier City Police Department.
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...
Shreveport's Sam Burns one off British Open lead, in Sunday’s penultimate group
Thursday, Sam Burns was 6-over par through 11 holes. According to DataGolf.com, the former Calvary and LSU star had a 0.0-percent chance to win the British Open. Heck, it seemed like it was time to check on late Friday night flights to come back home from Scotland. “It wasn't what...
Bulldogs Garner LSWA All-Louisiana in Three Events
RUSTON — A'reil Williams, Aiden Holland, and the women's 4x400 relay team earned spots on the Louisiana Sports Writers Association All-Louisiana Track and Field Team announced by the association on Saturday. The team is based on the top three times or distances in outdoor season events as determined by...
JP12U Softball All-Stars wins game at Little League State Tourney
By scoring multiple runs in the odd numbered innings, the Jackson Parish 12U girls All-Stars beat Moss Bluff 12-2 to even their record at the Little League state tournament played July 12-16 at St. Julien Park in Broussard, LA. The victory kept JP12U alive in the seven team, double elimination...
Bishop Gorman 5 Star WR Derek Meadows Commits To LSU
Just a couple of days after the LSU Tigers got a commitment from a five star in DJ Pickett, the Tigers got themselves another top caliber prospect for the 2025 class in Bishop Gorman five star receiver Derek Meadows. The Las Vegas, Nevada product chose the Tigers over Alabama, Michigan,...
On This Day: Airline golfer captures a Shreveport junior title for third straight year
Hayden Bigby had enough of the “age group” victories at the Shreveport City Amateur golf tournament. He wanted the whole enchilada. On this day 15 years ago, the 15-year-old rising sophomore at Airline stayed poised through a weather system midway through the back nine of the final round at Querbes Park Golf Course. His 1-under performance over the final nine holes propelled him to a three-stroke victory in the overall competition.
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...
Haughton’s Peyton Stovall set to sign pro contract. Here's where he's headed
The 'dream' is about to become reality. “I am headed out today to sign and start everything in Arizona.”. Saturday, Peyton Stovall, the former Haughton and Arkansas star drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in this week’s 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, told the Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate he's ready to take the next step.
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