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Louisiana State Champion Colin Candebat to Compete for Henderson State This Fall (2024)
A versatile threat in the water, Candebat looks to score high in several events for Henderson at the New South Conference Championships. Current photo via Colin Candebat. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
Louisiana Woman Shines Laser Pointers at Aircraft, Faces Up to 5 Years in Prison
SHREVEPORT, La. (KPEL News) - A Shreveport woman is in serious trouble after shining laser pointers at two aircraft, which is a major federal crime. April Nicole Poitras, 45, of Shreveport, entered a guilty plea in federal court to multiple charges and faces up to 5 years in prison and up to a quarter million dollars in fines.
Shreveport Man Arrested for DUI After Crashing in to Cop Car
On August 10, 2024, at approximately 10:30 PM, a Shreveport police officer was patrolling Youree Drive when a vehicle reportedly ran a stop sign and collided with the officer's police cruiser at the intersection of Youree Drive and East Herndon Street. Rather than stopping to render aid, the driver fled...
Shreveport Firefighters Put Out Another Blaze at Jolie Apartments
SHREVEPORT, LA - An emergency situation again in the middle of Shreveport at a vacant apartment complex. Firefighters rushed to the Jolie Apartments just off of Shreveport Barksdale Highway to a reported apartment fire. The call came in just after 10pm when a passerby saw thick black smoke coming from...
Bossier City Council votes against term limits, sparks likely lawsuit
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Bossier term limits seem to be moving one step forward and three steps back. On July 25th, Bossier Mayor Tommy Chandler announced that voters will decide on term limits via a ballot initiative. However, the resolution was denied at Bossier City Council’s meeting on August...
Man on minibike arrested following pursuit
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - During a traffic stop, a man on a minibike attempted to flee from officers on Monkhouse Drive. On August 12, just after midnight, the Shreveport Police Department attempted to stop a man on a minibike at the intersection of Hollywood Avenue and Kennedy Street for multiple traffic violations. At first first the man pulled over and appeared to comply but as the officer approached the minibike, the suspect, Johnathan Melton, 32, allegedly fled on his 2019 KYMCO Spade minibike.
Louisiana TV Anchor Cleared of Child Solicitation Allegations
Each of Louisiana's largest cities has a television station that serves that community. In larger cities such as New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Alexandria, Monroe, and Lake Charles there are multiple television outlets that serve not only the information needs of those communities but they provide a free source of entertainment as well.
Louisiana Official Assures High Speed Internet Coming To All
Is it a case of "business as usual" or is Louisiana truly committed to providing a source of high-speed internet to everyone?. In a recent interview with the Louisiana Radio Network, Louisiana Director of the State Office of Broadband Development Veneeth Iyengar said, “I can’t stress the importance of the development of broadband and how it needs to go to every single nook and cranny of the state and how it impacts both workforce development and economic development.”
Louisiana Parents Call for Change as Viral Post Highlights Excessive Homework in Schools
A heartfelt Facebook post by Cassi Nelson has struck a chord with parents across Louisiana, particularly in Lafayette and surrounding areas, as the new school year gets underway. The post, which has been shared over 6,000 times and grabbed nearly 400 comments, has ignited a conversation about the growing concern over the amount of homework being assigned to young students.
Bossier Sheriff’s Dept Arrested Man on Gun & Drug Charges
BOSSIER PARISH, LA- Bossier Sheriff’s Joint Criminal Apprehension Team Arrests Gibsland Man for Drug and Weapon Offenses. On Sunday, August 11th, members of the Bossier Sheriff’s Office Joint Criminal Apprehension Team (JCAT) arrested a Gibsland man for being in possession of several variants of dangerous narcotics and a stolen Glock handgun.
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