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Grambling State QB Myles Crawley selected best in the SWAC in 2024 preseason poll
Although his team was picked to finish third in the SWAC’s West Division, Grambling State University quarterback Myles Crawley was tabbed Tuesday as the league’s Preseason Player of the Year, the conference announced. Crawley was a solid player for the Tigers throughout the 2023 season — passing for...
32-acre Christmas park opening in Stonewall in November
STONEWALL, La. -- A 32-acre holiday park offering what's being called an "immersive Christmas experience" will open this fall in Stonewall. Lumiere Events co-owner Perry Thompson officially announced plans for the $2 million project Tuesday morning. His plans were already the talk of the community following his involvement in lighting the world's largest Christmas tree structure in conjunction with the DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office last year.
Two LSUS students make startling scientific discovery, win prestigious award
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (KTAL/KMSS) – LSU Shreveport biology students recently experienced many firsts at a conference they attended in Michigan, including their first win in the scientific community. Jonathan Eubanks and Hayden Hanna are biology students at LSU Shreveport. They say they did not expect to win the prestigious...
Man found guilty of capital murder in double homicide
CHEROKEE COUNTY – Our news partners at KETK report that a man was found guilty on Monday of capital murder in the deaths of two people who were shot after a trail ride in Cherokee County. According to the district attorney’s office, a witness testified that Devon Harris, of Shreveport, La., was driving back to Louisiana from a trail ride in Cherokee County with friends when they began arguing. Harris, also known as “Nooney Bugg,” pulled the car over on Highway 79 North near Rusk County, officials said, before he grabbed a pistol and shot both Ronnie Pearson, 20, and Jakari Hogan, 23.
Young students sharpen creative thinking, innovation skills at Louisiana Tech robotics camp
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - Thirteen students from 5th-8th grade explored the world of robotics at the 2024 Robotics and Programming Camp hosted by Louisiana Tech University. These students spent a week designing, building, programming, and testing two robots. Campers were tasked with constructing a robot that could flip over an opponent in the designated “combat arena.” They were also allowed to build a robot of their own design.
One dead after shootout at family gathering near elementary school in Shreveport
One person is dead after a shooting at a family gathering in central Shreveport near the campus of the now-closed Werner Park Elementary School. Police responded to reports of shots fired in the vicinity of Westover Road and Velva Street, and learned that a family gathering had been taking place near the intersection before the shooting. One victim was transported to the hospital in a private vehicle, where they were pronounced dead, police said.
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport holding Back to School Bash
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport is hosting a Back to School Bash ahead of the 2024 school year. Attendees will get a free backpack with school supplies. Organizations will also be present, providing child safety checks, school stress relief, mental health information for children, healthy snack ideas and more.
Shreveport holds workshop to help festival businesses
SHREVEPORT, La. – Over 50 business owners gathered in the Shreveport City Council Chamber Monday to learn the requirements for obtaining permits from the city. Council members Tabatha Taylor and James Green put together a one stop shop for all kinds of businesses that want to be a part of local festivals.
Win Tickets to See Gladys Knight in Shreveport
In case you haven't heard, the iconic and legendary Gladys Knight is hitting the road for a world tour. She'll be making stops and performing all her hits all over the place- including Shreveport. You can see the Empress of Soul live in Shreveport, LA on September 14th 2024. The...
1 killed, 1 arrested in Werner Park shooting; victim identified
SHREVEPORT, La. – Shreveport police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting Monday night in the Werner Park neighborhood that claimed a man's life. The Caddo Parish Coroner's Office identified the victim as Brion Morris, 21. He was taken to Ochsner LSU Health hospital, where he died.
Ruston honors EMS personnel during Saturday event
Early Saturday morning, the Ruston Historic Firehouse hosted a significant event as the EMS Moving Honors Memorial Bike Ride reached its Ruston checkpoint. This meaningful stop honored the courageous men and women who dedicated their lives to the emergency medical services field. The visit included a heartfelt ceremony paying tribute to 36 EMS workers recognized by the National EMS Memorial Service and two EMS workers honored by Acadian Ambulance.
Love fills air as 2024 Grambling Legends class inducted
It permeated the air thicker than the north Louisiana humidity inside the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center Saturday night. The Grambling Legends Sports Hall of Fame held its 2024 induction ceremony Saturday and love for the Black and Gold was the unmistakable theme of the night,. Representing football were Glynn...
Beloved Hawaiian Eatery is Coming Back to Shreveport
Artspace Had a Big Secret to Announce on Friday, July 12th. "Artspace and SRAC are excited to announce a highly anticipated new restaurant opening next door to Artspace in downtown Shreveport." This new eatery will be announced Friday, July 12th at the opening of two art exhibitions at Artspace: "The Process" and "My Louisiana Kodachromes." The new restaurant was tapped to cater for the exhibition openings. So you can taste the menu before this spot even opens, who doesn't love that?
Man charged with kicking in door to reach woman
The Ruston Police Department arrested a Simsboro man Sunday after officers investigated a report of a domestic-related home invasion. Charles Williams, 29, was charged with home invasion after allegedly going to a residence to talk to an ex-girlfriend. The woman said Williams came to her friend’s house and she talked...
Shreveport Fire Department Honors a Very Special Dog
Toby is a Very Special Dog That Has a Love for Firetrucks. Ryan and Nicole Hurd rescued Toby. The Hurds said Toby and his littermates were abandoned in a ditch in Shreveport 13 years ago and luckily all the pups were adopted by loving families. Toby has always been obsessed with sirens for a long time his owners say that Toby runs out every time he hears a siren and he howls along with sirens. Toby was recently diagnosed with cancer and the Hurds were told there isn't much they can do for Toby besides keep him comfortable.
Jesus statue placed in front of CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Patients at CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center in Shreveport have a new view to welcome them after the center moved a statue of Jesus to the front of the hospital. The hospital staff hopes the statue will show their dedication to faith and healing. “Having the...
Texarkana high school band instructor sentenced for child exploitation
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - A high school band instructor from a high school in Texarkana, Texas has been sentenced for child exploitation, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas reports. Brandon Neil Sams, 48, pleaded guilty to coercion and enticement of a minor. At the time...
Texarkana health center offering physicals, vaccines for kids ahead of back-to-school
TEXARKANA, Texas (KSLA) - The Bowie County Family Health Center is partnering with Special Health Resources Texarkana Care Clinic to host a back-to-school event focused on health. On Tuesday, July 30, children’s physicals will be offered for $15 per child and vaccines will be available for children 18 and younger....
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