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All of Louisiana at Risk for Excessive Rainfall Event Monday
There is an old joke whether you live in Boutte or Baton Rouge, Breaux Bridge or Bastrop if your driver's license says "Louisiana" then you live in a low-lying area. And while it's true that some parts of our state lie lower than others, it's also true that no matter where you live in Louisiana over the next couple of days heavy rainfall is going to be a concern for you.
Enforcement of Louisiana's Ten Commandment classroom requirement put on pause
Louisiana's new law requiring all public school classrooms display the Ten Commandments will not be publicly enforced or endorsed in any way until November 15, 2024, according to a new court filing in the ongoing legal battle over the policy. Both parties agreed that the Ten Commandments will not be posted in any public school classroom and defendants -- including the state's Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education -- and schools will not publicly move forward on the law's implementation until November. Lester Duhe, a spokesperson for the Louisiana Attorney General's office, clarified that the defendants "agreed not to take public-facing compliance measures" until then because it will give time for "briefing, oral arguments and a decision" ahead of the January 2025 date in which schools have to have the Ten Commandments. The January requirement still stands pending the outcome of the suit.
The Cajun Car Show kicks off at the Louisiana Boardwalk
SHREVEPORT, La. - The Cajun Car Show had the community gathered at the Louisiana Boardwalk to admire an array of old-fashioned cars Saturday afternoon. Phillip Pruitt, a dedicated car enthusiast, showcased his 1955 Chevrolet. Pruitt’s passion for the '55 Chevrolet extends all the way back to when he used to drive the car in high school. His grandkids who actually help work on some of the cars are Pruitt's main motivation for being at the show.
Louisiana’s Democratic delegates rally behind Harris after Biden exits race
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on gun violence during an event at John R. Lewis High School on June 2, 202,3 in Springfield, Virginia. (Alex Wong/Getty Images) With President Joe Biden’s decision to back out of his reelection campaign, attention is turning to whether Democrats who will be delegates at next month’s party nominating convention will back his choice of Vice President Kamala Harris.
‘Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration’ now on view at HNOC
Throughout Louisiana’s history, people in power have used systems of enslavement and incarceration to hold others captive for punishment, control and exploitation. After more than six years of research and preparation, the Historic New Orleans Collection will debut a limited-time exhibition titled “Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration” that examines the roots of the state’s current distinction as the incarceration capital of the world.
Study Warns: ‘Toxic Compounds’ Found in Sun-Exposed Plastic Bottles
Louisiana folks already have a hard time keeping cool in the summertime, and now we have to worry that our bottled water might be unsafe to drink. We have all forgotten our water bottles in the car on a hot summer day at some point. If you leave them in your car or in the sun long enough, you may have noticed that they have a strange chemical-like aftertaste. Scientists have been warning us that chemicals 'linked to hormonal imbalances' such as BPA can contaminate the liquid inside the bottle.
Train derailment causes road closure in Downtown Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - A train derailed and caused the Spring Street Bridge to temporarily close in downtown Shreveport Sunday afternoon. Following a previous train derailment in 2020, DOTD constructed a crash wall as part of the repairs to the Spring Street bridge in an effort to prevent damage during any future derailments.
Ends of The World Comic publisher establishing in Shreveport, giving voice to oppressed Chilean artists
An LSUS professor and his brother are creating a comic book publishing company in Shreveport-Bossier, starting with a graphic novel by comic artists who lived under an oppressive military regime in Chile.
Hundreds of Corvettes line downtown Shreveport during car show for ICC 38th Annual Convention
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Each year, the International Council of Corvette Clubs has its national convention across the globe. S’port City Corvette Club hosted this year’s 38th annual convention beginning Sunday, July 14. The convention had different events ranging from drag racing, road rallies, picnics and other interactive activities throughout the week.
Collision on Buncombe Road leaves 3 injured
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Three people were transported to an area hospital after a wreck in Shreveport Saturday (July 20). Around 5 p.m., emergency units from Caddo Fire District 3 and Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a wreck on Buncombe Road. A sedan had hit the back of a large flatbed truck, causing significant damage to the front end of the sedan.
Shreveport Regional Airport saw minor delays from global tech outage
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—This morning, a global tech outage caused major issues for airport travelers nationwide and disrupted banking systems to billboards. The disruption affected several big airlines and forced them to initiate ground stops. Passengers now face delays and cancellations. CrowdStrike, a U.S. cybersecurity company, only affected its customers...
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Louisianian Should Watch
The FBI is warning bank customers in Louisiana and nationwide about a trend of crimes referred to as 'jugging'. Groups are camping out at various banks and ATMs, waiting for their ideal victim to target. What is Jugging?. The term 'jugging' is derived from criminals who target people with 'jugs'...
Big week for anglers and hunters; rodeo & DW Expo fill slate
It begins Tuesday with a public meeting focusing on the Atchafalaya Basin, continues Thursday with the opening of the three-day International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo, and moves into Friday with the first day of the three-day run of the national Delta Waterfowl Expo inside Baton Rouge’s Raising Cane's River Center.
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