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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.
State trying to expand broadband without doing damage
Broadband, high-speed internet companies are using federal tax dollars to expand access across the state, often boring into municipal sewer, water and even electrical utility “lines” in the process. Now there is more federal money on the way, more companies who want a piece of it and a smaller window to get the work done. […]
Startling Levels of Toxic Pollutant found in Louisiana
Louisiana is the most polluted state by far, soaring above every other state by nearly every measure. Louisiana was once found to have the most polluted waterways in the nation, and its cities were found to be incredibly polluted (luckily the Shreveport-Bossier City area has seen an increase in air quality over the last few years). Drax Global has recently disclosed to the state that the company's wood pellet production plants have been emitting hazardous air pollution, above the permitted limit.
Psychedelic therapy for PTSD treatment is rejected by FDA, Louisiana patient still has hope
In 1999, Lori Tipton’s brother overdosed and died while he was visiting her at Tulane in New Orleans. In 2005, Tipton’s mother murdered two women and killed herself. Tipton found the bodies. One month later, Hurricane Katrina rattled the coast and displaced Tipton from her home. In 2006,...
Beware: Scam Artists Are Calling Bossier Residents
SHREVEPORT, LA - Beware of a scam happening in Bossier City. Leaders have issued a statement about scam artists trying to get money from you illegally. Bossier City Officials say the thieves are falsely claiming to be from Bossier City Water billing telling you it's time to pay your bill to avoid disconnection.
Shreveport mayor thanks city’s employees, citizens & business owners for making Humor & Harmony successful
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The mayor of Shreveport is offering his thanks to the City of Shreveport for a successful Humor & Harmony weekend. The mayor released a statement Wednesday, Aug. 14. “I must also give a special thank you to all the city directors and employees, especially, SPAR Director...
Second man arrested, third one sought in Kennedy Street homicide
SHREVEPORT, La. -- Shreveport police on Wednesday arrested a second person in connection with a deadly shooting last month on Kennedy Drive. And the search is on for a third suspect. Detectives arrested Lejerrion Lee, 22, for second-degree murder. Everett Henderson, 23, is already behind bars charged with second-degree murder...
Did Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson hint at a permanent G-Dome in Downtown Shreveport?
View this post on Instagram A post shared by 50 Cent (@50cent) The Humor & Harmony Weekend has come to a close but Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson announced recently on Instagram that a main attraction might be staying for the long haul. ...
Knife-wielding man arrested on Elvis Presley Blvd
SHREVEPORT, La. - A homeless man armed with a knife was arrested Saturday after allegedly threatening people waiting to get into the Municipal Auditorium for a Humor & Harmony Festival concert. Shreveport police had to use their tasers to detain the man after he pulled a knife on them. Despite...
Airborne Division to conduct training events
The 101st Airborne released the following information earlier this week. Beginning on the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 13 and concluding on Sunday, August 18, the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) will conduct a major training events in Minden and Alexandria. Residents living in and around the below areas may hear, see and experience increased aircraft traffic and noise during this time.
Heflin man facing multiple charges in Bienville and Webster
A Heflin man has been arrested on multiple charges in Bienville and Webster parishes. Wade Bryan, 37, of the 3000 block of Franklin Road has been charged with criminal trespass of a movable structure, manufacture/possession of a delayed action incendiary device, attempted second degree murder, aggravated assault with a firearm, aggravated burglary, simple criminal damage to property and intimidating, impeding or injuring witnesses/officers.
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