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Shreveport Police K9 “Hic” Arrests Burglar
On July 15, at approximately 12:27 AM, Shreveport Police Officers responded to a structural alarm at a residence in the 600 block of March Street. Upon arrival, officers noted that a window was open, and it appeared someone was inside the residence. Shreveport Police Patrol officers contacted Shreveport Police K-9...
The Center for Children and Families celebrates 25th anniversary
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Center for Children and Families is celebrating its 25th anniversary of helping communities in Louisiana and Mississippi. The Center has provided counseling, education and advocacy to thousands of families throughout its 25 years. The organization has grown from a small Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)...
Shreveport Man Wanted for Battery of a Pregnant Woman
Officers from the Shreveport Police Department responded to a report of a violent domestic incident in the 4300 block of Illinois Street. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who reported that her live-in boyfriend and the father of her children, Phillip Crutchfield, had battered her. The victim is seven months pregnant.
Louisiana woman accused of fatally shaking baby sentenced
A Shreveport woman accused of shaking an 18-month-old baby to death will serve a mandatory life sentence after she was found guilty of second-degree murder. Per The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate, the convicted woman, identified as Tatianna Burns, fatally shook the young victim Angel Wong in June 2020. Wong had been...
Ringo Award-nominated Comic Creator Coming to Geek’d Con
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
NWS looks ahead after 13 reported tornadoes in East Texas
TYLER — The Shreveport National Weather Service reported record-breaking severe weather events after last Monday’s tropical storm that impacted several East Texas counties, according to our news partner KETK. “The 13 tornadoes that we got across East Texas were actually part of a bigger outbreak when Tropical Storm Beryl moved across the region,” Chris Nuttall, Shreveport National Weather Service lead meteorologist, said. The NWS Shreveport team oversees East Texas, Northern Louisiana, and Southwest Arkansas.
First look: Louisiana-inspired piano bar Bayou Keys to open in downtown Nashville
A new piano bar with Louisiana flair opens of Lower Broadway this week. TC Restaurant Group, the hospitality company behind a number of downtown country star bars, announced Monday that its newest concept Bayou Keys will open on Thursday. The bar neighbors "Heart Like A Truck" singer Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up,...
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport holding Back to School Bash
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport is hosting a Back to School Bash ahead of the 2024 school year. Attendees will get a free backpack with school supplies. Organizations will also be present, providing child safety checks, school stress relief, mental health information for children, healthy snack ideas and more.
Heat relief is on the way as a rainy pattern arrives soon
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – We are only 2 days away from a cool front swinging through and bringing heat relief for several days late this week and into the weekend. The next 48 hours will test our patience as we await this change. Temperatures will be near 80 degrees...
Monday, ESPN's Holly Rowe said Shreveport, Independence Bowl made her feel ‘big time’
The biggest of the big. The best of the best. Holly Rowe’s life is dedicated to covering bucket-list sporting events and bridging the gap between fans and the greatest sports superstars. However, when the longtime ESPN standout made her first journey to Shreveport for Monday’s Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl...
1 killed, 1 arrested in Werner Park shooting; victim identified
SHREVEPORT, La. – Shreveport police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting Monday night in the Werner Park neighborhood that claimed a man's life. The Caddo Parish Coroner's Office identified the victim as Brion Morris, 21. He was taken to Ochsner LSU Health hospital, where he died.
CenterPoint Energy Red River Balloon Rally entertains crowds all weekend at Louisiana Downs
Bossier City ushered in one of the summers most anticipated events over the weekend at the Louisiana Downs Racetrack and Casino. Hot air balloons covered the racetrack field Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13, as the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission hosted its eighth CenterPoint Energy Red River Balloon Rally. ...
On This Day: Shreveport Pirates blow big lead in Canadian Football League home debut
After a rough debut in the Canadian Football League, the Shreveport Pirates it looked like a little home cooking was all the team needed. A little more than 20,000 fans greeted the team for its Independence Stadium debut and the Toronto Argonauts looked out of place in Louisiana after the Pirates took a 17-point lead early in the third quarter.
Hot & sunny for Tuesday before rain returns tomorrow
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Sunny skies loom over the entire ArkLaTex region for Tuesday with no chances to see any rain showers. High temperatures get into the mid to upper 90′s with the feels like temperatures sitting in the 100-110 range. Rain showers and storms return to the region...
Beloved Hawaiian Eatery is Coming Back to Shreveport
Artspace Had a Big Secret to Announce on Friday, July 12th. "Artspace and SRAC are excited to announce a highly anticipated new restaurant opening next door to Artspace in downtown Shreveport." This new eatery will be announced Friday, July 12th at the opening of two art exhibitions at Artspace: "The Process" and "My Louisiana Kodachromes." The new restaurant was tapped to cater for the exhibition openings. So you can taste the menu before this spot even opens, who doesn't love that?
Caddo DA: Case of Shreveport man accused of killing child burglar doesn't fit justification law
SHREVEPORT, La. -- A Shreveport man who was criminally charged after he shot and killed a 12-year-old boy involved in a car burglary outside his home was not in danger when he opened fire, authorities say in the wake of the manslaughter indictment. Kelvin Boles, 32, faces up to 40...
Police searching for ‘armed and dangerous’ shooting suspect from Texarkana
HOPE, Ark. (KTAL/KMSS) – Police in Hope are searching for a Texarkana teen suspected of shooting a man late Sunday night. According to authorities, officers responded to the scene on the 400 block of South Elm St. around 9:25 p.m. Police found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg.
How can you get involved with choosing the next Caddo Parish superintendent?
Caddo Parish School District is looking for a new superintendent and community members are welcome attend a series of meetings designed to gather input on the selection process. According to the school district, these meetings will provide a platform for parents, students and other stakeholders to share their thoughts and...
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