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HIV is no longer a death sentence. But under Louisiana law, it can be a prison sentence.
Robert Suttle thought enlisting in the Air Force after college in 2003 would give his life structure. Instead, the enlistment process gave the Shreveport resident a life-changing diagnosis: He was HIV positive at age 24. Suttle was in shock. He didn’t know anyone with HIV. Even as a young gay...
Hard flush for city water lines planned in Natchitoches
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KSLA) - A hard flush on the water system may cause sediment to stir up in Natchitoches. On July 24 - 26th, the Greg Roberts Fire Hydrant Repair and Supply will conduct a hard flush on the water system. Areas where the flushes will happen:. Nolley Road. Texas...
Administrator at St. Mary’s Residential Training School stepping down
The following has been provided by the Diocese of Alexandria:. After more than 20 years of service to the ministry of St. Mary’s Residential Training School, Bishop Robert Marshall, Catholic Diocese of Alexandria, has announced that Christi Guillot is stepping down from her role as administrator effective July 26, 2024.
One Man's Effort and a Louisiana Return for Lecomte
Ten years ago, Ron Schneider began a quest to find Henri Delattre's (1801-1876) oil painting of the celebrated Thoroughbred Lecomte. As the curator at the Old Lecompte High School and Museum in Lecompte, La., the painting enticed him. He would be reminded each time he saw the horse's image, which figures prominently on the central Louisiana town's official flag as well as the high school's yearbook.
Police: 17-year-old dead after ‘thwarted burglary’ in Longview
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Longview Police Department said that a 17-year-old is dead and another minor is injured after an alleged “thwarted burglary.” According to the Longview PD, at approximately 2:20 a.m. on Wednesday officers responded to a report of a residential burglary in progress on the 1400 block of Mahlow Drive. Officials said […]
Missing woman found safe
Kristi Darnell, 50, have been found safe. Magnolia Police Chief Todd Dew said that Darnell was located about 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 2024. She was taken to Magnolia Regional Medical Center to be medically checked, then released. Authorities had been looking for Darnell since Tuesday night, July 23, 2024.
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing in Field
July 24, 2024 - A field located off CR 1021 in Shelby County was the scene of an emergency plane landing July 24, 2024. Emergency personnel responded to the location around 2:50pm where it was learned the pilot made an unscheduled landing due to an equipment issue. The pilot was traveling alone and no injuries were reported.
Free outdoor fitness court to open in Marshall park
MARSHALL, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – Get fit for free with the new outdoor Fitness Court and digital wellness programming at City Park in Marshall!. City officials said the Fitness Court is the world’s best outdoor gym that uses individuals’ own body weight to get a complete workout. It includes seven stations that allow participants to move at their own pace. Designed with all abilities in mind, the court was created for people aged 14 and over.
$2M for improvements to Shreveport Regional through federal infrastructure bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Louisiana Senator Dr. Bill Cassidy announced money for Louisiana airport improvements, including Shreveport Regional Airport. A news release from the senator’s office announced $9M allotted for improvements to state airports through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). This includes $2 million for the Shreveport Airport Authority to construct new terminal gate space.
Center ISD Fish Camp Set for Aug. 7
July 24, 2024 - Center High School is hosting Fish Camp which is an event you do NOT want to miss! Join us at CHS on Wednesdsay, August 7 from 1:45-4:45 p.m. to meet your teachers and learn more about your upcoming high school experience. Only students who have registered...
Shreveport man charged for alleged involvement in Whataburger shooting
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A man was charged for the alleged shooting near a Whataburger, injuring one woman and killing another. On July 23, Shreveport Police Department (SPD) detectives obtained a warrant to charge Michael Casey III with 2nd-degree murder and attempted 2nd murder for a shooting that occurred in May.
Community rallies to support 11-year-old ahead of major brain surgery
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)-The community is coming together to support 11-year-old Hadden Bruns, who has been battling intractable epilepsy since he was just eight and a half months old. Kendra Scott is one of several businesses stepping up to help raise funds for Hadden’s upcoming third major brain surgery. From July...
Confirmed: West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes in South Louisiana
As we are in the middle of summer, residents of south Louisiana are being urged to take precautions against West Nile Virus following recent tests that detected the virus in mosquitoes in Iberia Parish. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a warning about the increased risk of mosquito-borne illnesses in Acadiana.
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