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La. Rep. Tammy Phelps & Salvation Army feeds Shreveport’s underserved community
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Salvation Army of NWLA and Louisiana House Representative Tammy Phelps (District 3) work to feed the underserved and homeless community for the annual “Ambassador for Good Day.”. The annual outreach event highlights The Salvation Army’s commitment to its community: to share hope and...
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...
2024 study: La. ranks No. 37 in sales tax
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana ranks No. 37 in sales tax, according to a July 2024 study by the Tax Foundation. A chart from the Louisiana Association of Tax Administrators shows that Monroe, Sterlington, West Monroe and both sides of Ouachita Parish have a total rate above 10% for each jurisdiction - including economic development districts.
Sheila Paddy Is This Week’s Caught in the Act Recipient
It's one thing to be an exemplary employee, but when the job deals with America's Veterans and others notice how much you care, you certainly qualify as a hero!. Such is the case with Sheila Paddy. We learned of this incredible woman in her nomination letter from friend and co-worker,...
Seniors can get free fan, water at Salvation Army fan drive giveaway on Aug. 16
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Need some help beating the summer heat?. On Friday, August 16, the Salvation Army is hosting a Senior Fan Drive Giveaway at the Salvation Army Family Store, at 147 East Stoner Avenue. The giveaway will start at 9 a.m. and go on until all fans are gone. Music Mountain will also be providing a case of water for each fan donated.
Excessive Heat Warning in parts of the ArkLaTex
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Happy Thursday! More dangerous heat in the ArkLaTex, ramping up to higher highs today in some locations. Temperatures are likely to rise to around 100 degrees for measured highs but feels-like temperatures are expected to range from 105 to over 110, potentially. Sunny skies will continue to dominate the region with a tiny chance for a pop-up shower. Tonight, don’t expect to cool off much, lows in the upper 70s and lower 80s.
Shreveport Regional Airport adds additional restaurants
SHREVEPORT, La. — Shreveport Regional Airport recently introduced three new restaurants to enhance the travel experience for locals and visitors. TacoMania, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and Notini’s Italian are three popular restaurants with name recognition in and outside the Shreveport-Bossier City area. TacoMania was located on East...
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...
Artwalk returns to downtown Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - The Downtown Shreveport Artwalk is happening on Crockett Street from 5 to 8 p.m. today. The route will be filled with art exhibits, pop up artist booths, live music, street performers, food trucks, history, tours, and public art. ----- KTBS 3's Community Projects Director Jan Elkins shares...
50 Cent Reveals He’s Nearly a Billionaire: “I’m Very Rich”
50 Cent joked that while his life won’t change much as a billionaire, he will likely have the IRS breathing down his neck. 50 Cent is opening up about his vast wealth but insists he’s in no rush to reach billionaire status and says his life won’t change much when he gets there.
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