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Shreveport Man Sentenced to Life Plus for 2022 Murder
SHREVEPORT, LA Torail Thomas sentenced to life plus 50 years. A man who shot and killed an acquaintance in the Highland neighborhood will serve the rest of his life in prison for the crime, a Caddo Parish judge ruled Monday, July 15, 2024. District Judge Michael Pitman ordered Torail Thomas,...
The Story Behind LSU Coach Brian Kelly’s Blue Dog Lapel Pin
LSU Head Football Coach Brian Kelly knows how to dress up when it's time to get in front of the camera, and there's one accessory you may have noticed in recent interviews. Sure, Coach Kelly knows the style he likes and he loves his massive shoe collection, but have you ever noticed the lapel pin he often wears for his press conferences?
Another Epic Comic Book Artist is Coming to Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here: https://geekdcon.ticketspice.com/geekd-con-2024. The guest lineup will...
Shreveport Woman Sentenced to Life-Plus for Husband’s Murder
A Shreveport woman who shot her husband and then doused his body with gasoline must serve life in prison, and then some, a Caddo district judge has ruled. Charlene Henderson, 45, found guilty in June of the May 16, 2022 second-degree murder of Larry Clark, also 45, was sentenced Tuesday, July 16, 2024 to the mandatory life term by District Judge John D. Mosely Jr.. She was sentenced to another 20 years in prison, to be served consecutively, for conviction of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Detached Flatbed Trailer Kills Bossier Parish Man on Lawnmower
On July 4, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop G was notified of a vehicle crash involving a truck and a man operating a lawnmower at his residence. The crash occurred on Louisiana Highway 3 north of Kingston Road and ultimately claimed the life of 66-year-old Donald Ward.
Shreveport Police Investigating Hearne Ave Homicide
SHREVEPORT, LA Shreveport Police Investigate Homicide. On July 15th, 2024, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Shreveport Police Patrol Officers responded to a shots fired call at Westover Street and Velva Street. While responding, officers observed two vehicles leaving the scene in opposite directions on Hearne Avenue. Officers attempted to stop both vehicles, but neither yielded to emergency lights or sirens.
Louisiana Versus Litter: The Litter Hotline
It's no surprise that Shreveport has been in a battle against litter, earlier this year Shreveport Police Department announced they had made their first litter-related arrest. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, along with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), and Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) are launching a statewide program to fight back against litter. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser says "We are ramping up litter enforcement in Louisiana with support from the State Police, Wildlife and Fisheries agents, and local law enforcement. It's important that we educate those guilty of littering and work together to keep Louisiana Beautiful."
New Ordinances for Vacant Buildings May Be Coming to Shreveport
If You Spend Time in Downtown Shreveport You Will Notice Something Very Heartbreaking. It feels like every time I walk my dog downtown I discover another abandoned building. One of the most beautiful buildings in downtown Shreveport has been left to rot and it really is heartbreaking. I have always wondered who owns these buildings. Why do so many people own buildings downtown and let them rot away? Mayor Arceneaux may be making some serious moves in the downtown Shreveport scene.
Award Winning Texas-Based Comic Creator Heads to Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
Shreveport Police Take Felon With a Firearm Off The Street
On July 12th, members of the Shreveport Police Violent Crimes Abatement Team (VCAT) conducted a traffic stop in the 1200 block of North Market. During the stop, officers made contact with Adrian Maythorn, 24 years of age. VCAT members found that Maythorn was armed with a handgun. Further investigation revealed...
Shreveport Man Wanted for Battery of a Pregnant Woman
Officers from the Shreveport Police Department responded to a report of a violent domestic incident in the 4300 block of Illinois Street. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who reported that her live-in boyfriend and the father of her children, Phillip Crutchfield, had battered her. The victim is seven months pregnant.
Shreveport Police K9 “Hic” Arrests Burglar
On July 15, at approximately 12:27 AM, Shreveport Police Officers responded to a structural alarm at a residence in the 600 block of March Street. Upon arrival, officers noted that a window was open, and it appeared someone was inside the residence. Shreveport Police Patrol officers contacted Shreveport Police K-9...
Rock Stars React to Donald Trump Assassination Attempt
Rock stars have reacted to last night's attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump with a mixture of shock, sadness and anger. Trump was shot in the ear while delivering a speech at a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania. Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old kitchen worker from nearby Bethel Park, is alleged to have opened fire on the former President from a nearby roof. Crooks killed one other person and wounded two others before Secret Service agents returned fire and killed him.
Two Fan-Favorites Are Coming Back to Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
Shreveport Man Arrested for Rape of 14 Year Old Child
The Shreveport Police Department has arrested 21-year-old Rafeal Edwards on one count of felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile. Edwards is accused of the sexual assault of a 14-year-old in 2022. Edwards was taken into custody on July 13 on an outstanding warrant issued by Shreveport Police Sex Crimes detectives.
More Comic Book Talent Added to Geek’d Con 2024 Lineup
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here: https://geekdcon.ticketspice.com/geekd-con-2024. The guest lineup will...
More Talent From Scout Comics Added to Geek’d Con Lineup
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back this August. The dates are August 16-18 at the Shreveport Convention Center. The event usually draws thousands of fans from around the country to meet and greet their favorite stars from movies, TV, and video games. Geek'd Con has become one of...
Shreveport Firefighters Contain Single-Story Residential Fire
Shreveport Fire Department fire crews were dispatched at 9:39pm Sunday (7/14/24) evening to the 200 block of Egan Ave to a report of a single story residence fire. The first arriving SFD fire unit on scene reported the residence to have light smoke coming from the rear right side of the residence.
Best Albums of 2024 (So Far!)
The year 2024 is only half over, but already pop music fans have received some of the best pop albums of the year. These albums have defined the last six months and opened up entirely new soundscapes for listeners. Ariana Grande reached her most Ariana-esque sound yet on eternal sunshine,...
Prince William’s Sweet Nickname for Princess Charlotte Revealed
Prince William has the sweetest nickname for his daughter Princess Charlotte. In a TikTok posted by the user @dearesroyals, the user shared a clip from 2019 when William and his family appeared at the Chelsea Flower Show. In it, William can be heard calling Charlotte "Mignonette." According to Newsweek, the...
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