Shreveport Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS
Severe Weather Alerts Issued for Shreveport
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana faces severe weather threats as tornado and flood watches are in effect. With thunderstorms expected Wednesday evening, residents are advised to prepare for dangerous conditions including...
Shreveport Shooting Incident Escalates to Homicide
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport’s Sunset Acres neighborhood has turned into a homicide case resulting in the arrest of Jermaine Curtis, 44. Initially classified as attempted murder, the case...
Shreveport and Bossier Experience Widespread Power Outages
News Summary On April 26, Shreveport and Bossier faced significant power outages affecting over 30,000 residents. The outages lasted from 2 to 7 hours as the local utility, SWEPCO, responded...
Power Outages in Shreveport and Bossier Affect 30,000 Homes
News Summary On April 26, Sudden power outages in Shreveport and Bossier left over 30,000 customers without electricity. Resulting from voltage issues, SWEPCO implemented load shedding to protect the grid,...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening Teacher
News Summary Aquanita Turner, a 42-year-old woman from Shreveport, was arrested for threatening a teacher during an event at Huntington High School. The incident unfolded on April 24 and required...
Power Outages Affect Thousands in Shreveport
News Summary On Saturday, over 30,000 SWEPCO customers in Shreveport and Bossier experienced power outages lasting from 2 to 7 hours. This emergency response was ordered by the Southwest Power...
Shreveport Shooting Leaves One in Critical Condition
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, left one man critically injured following an argument between two men over a woman. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, and the victim...
Shreveport’s LSU Health Center Faces Leadership Changes
News Summary David Guzick, chancellor of LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport, has unexpectedly resigned. His departure comes amid internal tensions and follows the announcement of other administrative resignations. Guzick’s brief...
Bossier City Residents Left in the Dark Following Unplanned Power Outage
News Summary On April 26, 2025, over 30,000 customers in Bossier and Caddo parishes experienced a sudden six-hour power outage, leaving residents frustrated and seeking answers. The Public Service Commissioner...
Power Outages Disrupt Bossier and Caddo Parishes
News Summary Recently, over 30,000 customers in Bossier and Caddo Parishes experienced power outages due to grid protection measures implemented by SWEPCO. The outages began around 4:30 p.m. on April...
POLITICS
Shreveport Shooting Incident Escalates to Homicide
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport’s Sunset Acres neighborhood has turned into a homicide case resulting in the arrest of Jermaine Curtis, 44. Initially classified as attempted murder, the case...
Shreveport and Bossier Experience Widespread Power Outages
News Summary On April 26, Shreveport and Bossier faced significant power outages affecting over 30,000 residents. The outages lasted from 2 to 7 hours as the local utility, SWEPCO, responded...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening Teacher
News Summary Aquanita Turner, a 42-year-old woman from Shreveport, was arrested for threatening a teacher during an event at Huntington High School. The incident unfolded on April 24 and required...
Power Outages Affect Thousands in Shreveport
News Summary On Saturday, over 30,000 SWEPCO customers in Shreveport and Bossier experienced power outages lasting from 2 to 7 hours. This emergency response was ordered by the Southwest Power...
Shreveport’s LSU Health Center Faces Leadership Changes
News Summary David Guzick, chancellor of LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport, has unexpectedly resigned. His departure comes amid internal tensions and follows the announcement of other administrative resignations. Guzick’s brief...
Bossier City Residents Left in the Dark Following Unplanned Power Outage
News Summary On April 26, 2025, over 30,000 customers in Bossier and Caddo parishes experienced a sudden six-hour power outage, leaving residents frustrated and seeking answers. The Public Service Commissioner...
Shreveport’s LSU Health Chancellor David Guzick Resigns
News Summary Dr. David Guzick has resigned as chancellor of LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport amid mounting pressure from board members. His departure follows other high-profile resignations and comes after...
Shreveport’s LSU Health Center Faces Big Changes as Chancellor Resigns
News Summary LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport is experiencing significant leadership changes as Chancellor David Guzick resigns after a short tenure. Despite backing from many within LSU leadership, Guzick’s unexpected...
Shreveport Community Shocked by Bus Explosion
News Summary A SporTran bus exploded in Shreveport on April 16, 2025, after the driver successfully evacuated passengers just moments before the explosion. Witnesses described flames reaching 20 feet high,...
Shreveport’s Crime Rates Decrease, But Sexual Crimes Rise
News Summary Shreveport celebrates a substantial decrease in crime rates, with notable drops in various categories such as homicides, robberies, and vehicle thefts. However, the city faces a troubling trend...
CRIME
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening Teacher
News Summary Aquanita Turner, a 42-year-old woman from Shreveport, was arrested for threatening a teacher during an event at Huntington High School. The incident unfolded on April 24 and required...
Shreveport Shooting Leaves One in Critical Condition
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, left one man critically injured following an argument between two men over a woman. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, and the victim...
Shreveport Police Make Big Break in Multi-Vehicle Theft Case
News Summary In Shreveport, six individuals have been arrested in connection with a daring multi-vehicle theft at the Morgan Buick GMC dealership, where 22 cars were stolen. The investigation revealed...
Shreveport Sees Justice Served in Tragic Convenience Store Shooting
News Summary Noel Deon Garner has been found guilty of second-degree murder for the shooting death of Jermond Lamar Houston at a convenience store in Shreveport. The jury’s unanimous verdict...
Shooting in Shreveport Leaves Man in Critical Condition
News Summary A domestic dispute in Shreveport escalated on Thursday, resulting in a shooting that left a man in his 30s critically injured. The victim, shot by the ex-boyfriend of...
Shreveport Auto Theft Scheme Unraveled: Six Arrested
News Summary A major auto theft scheme in Shreveport has resulted in the arrest of six individuals connected to the theft of nearly two dozen vehicles from a local dealership....
ECONOMY
Shreveport Woman Wanted in $61K Fraud Case
News Summary Tashiuntay Miles, a 33-year-old woman from Shreveport, Louisiana, is on the run following allegations of bank fraud involving over $61,000. The local police are investigating her actions, which...
Shreveport Regional Airport Parking Expansion Plans
News Summary Shreveport is set to enhance its airport parking facilities with plans to add 75 new parking spaces by summer 2025. Addressing congestion issues during peak travel times, the...
Shreveport’s Shrimp Scandal: Majority of Restaurants Caught in Fraud!
News Summary A recent undercover investigation by SeaD Consulting has revealed that 58% of restaurants in Shreveport mislabel their shrimp, presenting imported shrimp as Gulf wild-caught. The findings, stemming from...
Shreveport Community Shocked by Former Bookkeeper’s Arrest
News Summary The arrest of Angela Nichole Stevens, a former bookkeeper at Evangel Christian Academy in Shreveport, has shocked the community. Accused of embezzling over $85,000, her actions have sparked...
Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warning Hits Shreveport Area
News Summary Shreveport residents faced severe weather warnings on Tuesday morning as a storm capable of producing tornadoes swept through the area. With damage reported in multiple locations, residents were...
Gas Prices Trends in Louisiana: What’s Happening?
News Summary Gas prices in Louisiana have seen a small uptick recently, currently averaging $2.76 per gallon, which is an 18-cent drop from last year. While neighboring states report varying...
Louisiana Tech University Secures $6 Million for Climate Research
News Summary Louisiana Tech University professor Dr. Shengnian Wang has secured $6 million in funding from the National Science Foundation for a project aimed at enhancing community resilience to climate...
Security Concerns at Krewe of Centaur Parade in Shreveport
News Summary The 33rd annual Krewe of Centaur Parade celebrated Mardi Gras in Shreveport, attracting thousands. Despite the festivities, heightened security led to multiple arrests and citations for underage drinking,...
Shreveport’s New Bill Holds Landlords Accountable
News Summary Shreveport is set to enforce a new bill spearheaded by Rep. Steven Jackson, aiming to increase accountability among landlords who mishandle utility payments. The legislation proposes severe penalties...
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Shreveport-Bossier
News Summary Residents of Shreveport, Louisiana are preparing for a winter weather advisory starting at 6 p.m. on January 17, 2024. The advisory warns of freezing rain and ice accumulation...
SPORT
Chasing Aces Golf Set to Revolutionize Bossier City
News Summary Bossier City, Louisiana, will soon welcome Chasing Aces Golf, a new sports entertainment complex. With a variety of activities and a focus on inclusion, it aims to become...
MMA Fights Set to Thrill Bossier City
News Summary The American Kombat Alliance will host a night of exhilarating MMA fights at the Live! Hotel and Casino in Bossier City. With a total of seven matches scheduled,...
Shreveport Celebrates Local Athletes at I-SHOOT Awards
News Summary The I-SHOOT Awards were held in Shreveport, Louisiana, celebrating remarkable athletes from the ArkLaTex region. The event honored over 300 participants, including student athletes and their supporters, highlighting...
New Indoor Pickleball Complex Opens in Shreveport-Bossier
News Summary Just Pickleball, a new indoor pickleball complex, has opened in Shreveport-Bossier at 805 E 1st St. Featuring five professional-grade courts and future plans for additional amenities, this facility...
Shreveport-Bossier City Welcomes New Soccer Team
News Summary The Shreveport-Bossier City community is thrilled to welcome the Red River Raiders Football Club, a new addition to its local sports scene. As preparations for the team’s inaugural...
Huntington Secures Nail-Biting Victory Over Bossier
News Summary In a thrilling high school basketball match in Shreveport, the Huntington Raiders narrowly defeated Bossier 55-50. Huntington dominated early but faced a fierce comeback from Bossier, who took...
DISASTERS
Severe Weather Alerts Issued for Shreveport
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana faces severe weather threats as tornado and flood watches are in effect. With thunderstorms expected Wednesday evening, residents are advised to prepare for dangerous conditions including...
Shreveport Shooting Incident Escalates to Homicide
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport’s Sunset Acres neighborhood has turned into a homicide case resulting in the arrest of Jermaine Curtis, 44. Initially classified as attempted murder, the case...
Shreveport and Bossier Experience Widespread Power Outages
News Summary On April 26, Shreveport and Bossier faced significant power outages affecting over 30,000 residents. The outages lasted from 2 to 7 hours as the local utility, SWEPCO, responded...
Power Outages in Shreveport and Bossier Affect 30,000 Homes
News Summary On April 26, Sudden power outages in Shreveport and Bossier left over 30,000 customers without electricity. Resulting from voltage issues, SWEPCO implemented load shedding to protect the grid,...
Power Outages Affect Thousands in Shreveport
News Summary On Saturday, over 30,000 SWEPCO customers in Shreveport and Bossier experienced power outages lasting from 2 to 7 hours. This emergency response was ordered by the Southwest Power...
Shreveport Shooting Leaves One in Critical Condition
News Summary A shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, left one man critically injured following an argument between two men over a woman. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon, and the victim...
Tragic Overnight Crash Shakes Shreveport: 18-Wheeler Accident Leaves Driver Dead
News Summary Shreveport faced a heartbreaking incident late Thursday night when an 18-wheeler crashed on I-220, resulting in the death of its driver. Local authorities responded swiftly, but the scene...
Shreveport Woman Wanted in $61K Fraud Case
News Summary Tashiuntay Miles, a 33-year-old woman from Shreveport, Louisiana, is on the run following allegations of bank fraud involving over $61,000. The local police are investigating her actions, which...
Shooting in Shreveport Leaves Man in Critical Condition
News Summary A domestic dispute in Shreveport escalated on Thursday, resulting in a shooting that left a man in his 30s critically injured. The victim, shot by the ex-boyfriend of...
Shreveport Community Shocked by Bus Explosion
News Summary A SporTran bus exploded in Shreveport on April 16, 2025, after the driver successfully evacuated passengers just moments before the explosion. Witnesses described flames reaching 20 feet high,...
HEALTH
Shreveport’s LSU Health Center Faces Leadership Changes
News Summary David Guzick, chancellor of LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport, has unexpectedly resigned. His departure comes amid internal tensions and follows the announcement of other administrative resignations. Guzick’s brief...
Shreveport Prepares for Winter Chill with Shelters
News Summary Shreveport is implementing measures to assist those in need as a harsh winter blast approaches on January 8 and 9. Local shelters are preparing to provide refuge, and...
Good News for Bossier: Boil Advisory Lifted! Residents Rejoice as Water Quality Returns to Normal
Good News for Bossier: Boil Advisory Lifted! Residents Rejoice as Water Quality Return to Normal Hey, Bossier! We’ve got some fantastic news to share with all of you wonderful folks...
Shreveport Community Unites to Celebrate the Safe Return of Missing Elderly Man Ben Parker
Shreveport Celebrates the Safe Return of Missing Elderly Man! Hey there, folks! We’ve got some fantastic news to share coming out of Shreveport, Louisiana. The Shreveport Police Department recently announced...
Boil Advisory Issued for Bossier Parish Residents Following Water System Incident
Boil Advisory Issued for Bossier Parish Residents Hey there, Bossier Parish! If you’re living in the West Central Bossier area, you might want to take a moment to grab a...
Shreveport School Board Plans Major Enhancements to Disability Support for Employees
Shreveport School Board Takes Steps to Support Workers with Disability Changes Shreveport, La. – Big changes might be on the horizon for workers in the Caddo Parish School system as...
Bossier City Firefighters Receive Lifesaving Health Initiative with Free Physicals and Cancer Screenings
Bossier City, La. – A Lifesaving Partnership for Local Firefighters! In an exciting new development for our community heroes, firefighters from both Shreveport and Bossier parishes can now breathe a...
Shreveport’s Longevity Center Launches Revolutionary Health Treatments to Combat Chronic Pain
Shreveport Embraces a New Era in Health! Shreveport, La. is buzzing with excitement as local health innovator, Patrick Dennis, steps into the spotlight at the renowned Longevity Center. This is...
Shreveport Police Department Announces Temporary Relocation to Enhance Safety and Operations
Shreveport Police Department Temporarily Relocating – Here’s What You Need to Know Hey there, Shreveport! There’s quite a buzz in town as the Shreveport Police Department is preparing to pack...
Shreveport Doctor Shares Hope Amid Positive Changes in Syria
Shreveport Doctor Celebrates Hopeful Changes in Syria SHREVEPORT, La. – In a world filled with news that often feels overwhelming and disheartening, a ray of hope is shining bright over...
SHOWBIZ
Shreveport Prepares for 1,000 New Jobs Amid Concerns
News Summary Shreveport is poised to gain over 1,000 jobs thanks to Platinum Hits Entertainment’s planned expansion. Led by Napoleon Brewer, the company aims to enhance the local economy with...
LSU Health Shreveport Acquires Former Sears Property
News Summary LSU Health Shreveport has purchased the former Sears property at Mall St. Vincent in Shreveport, Louisiana, aiming to create a state-of-the-art research facility. The new center will focus...
Shreveport City Council Backs Film and Historic Preservation
News Summary The Shreveport City Council unanimously voted to support vital tax credits for film production and historic preservation, essential for local economic growth. The Motion Picture Production Tax Credit...
Shreveport Hosts Inaugural Humor & Harmony Weekend Festival
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, successfully launched its first Humor & Harmony Weekend Festival, organized by Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson. The festival featured comedy shows, musical performances, and community activities over...
50 Cent Opens New Sports and Entertainment Venue in Shreveport
News Summary In a remarkable development for Shreveport, 50 Cent has secured a 30-year lease for a new sports and entertainment venue, transforming the iconic Stageworks building. The Shreveport City...
Shreveport Welcomes G-Unit Film & Television’s New Lease
News Summary Shreveport’s City Council has unanimously approved a lease agreement with 50 Cent’s G-Unit Film & Television for the iconic StageWorks building. This partnership is set to rejuvenate the...
50 Cent Signs Lease for Shreveport Event Venue
News Summary Shreveport has secured a major entertainment boost with Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson’s G-Unit Films & Television signing a 30-year lease for the Stageworks venue. This agreement promises to...
Shreveport Welcomes Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson with Lease Deal
News Summary Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson has secured a long-term lease for the historic Stageworks of Louisiana building in Shreveport, Louisiana. The City Council voted unanimously to allow his G-Unit...
Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana to Open in 2025
News Summary Bossier City is gearing up for the grand opening of the Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana on February 13, 2025. The monumental $270 million development features over 47,000...
New Business Openings Transform Mansfield Road in Shreveport
News Summary Shreveport, LA, is thriving with several new business openings along Mansfield Road, including Chipotle, ALDI, Panda Express, and 9 Fitness. These developments promise to enhance shopping and dining...
TECH UPDATES
Shreveport Celebrates the Opening of Amazon’s New SHV1 Fulfillment Center
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, is thriving with the recent opening of Amazon’s SHV1 fulfillment center. Covering 2.5 million square feet, this facility has already created over 1,000 jobs and aims...
Minden’s Fibrebond to Join Eaton Corp. in Major Acquisition
News Summary Fibrebond, a family-owned company from Minden, Louisiana, is set to be acquired by Eaton Corp. in a $1.4 billion deal. This acquisition will enhance Fibrebond’s capabilities in the...
Shreveport Welcomes New Leadership and Initiatives
News Summary The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Tom Simms as chairman for 2025, promising to lead ambitious initiatives aimed at revitalizing the community. Key projects include the...
Bossier City Paves Way for Cyber Innovation Growth
News Summary Bossier City, Louisiana, is set for significant growth in the cybersecurity sector under Kevin Nolten, the new president of the Cyber Innovation Center (CIC). With ambitious plans for...
Major $10 Billion Data Center Investment in Richland Parish
News Summary Meta has announced a transformative $10 billion investment to build the largest AI-optimized data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana. Spanning 2,250 acres, this project will create over 500...
New Initiative Aims to Propel Startups in Louisiana
News Summary Louisiana is embracing innovation with the launch of Louisiana Innovation (LA.IO) during the Super Bowl LIX Innovation Day in New Orleans. The Louisiana Economic Development (LED) team announced...
Shreveport-Bossier Launches New Competition to Enhance Tourism
News Summary Shreveport and Bossier City are set to launch the ‘Destination 318’ initiative, offering $100,000 to encourage innovative business ideas aimed at boosting local tourism. The competition will open...
Shreveport Explores Economic Outlook for 2025
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana recently hosted an economic outlook panel focused on the future of the region in 2025. The event brought together local leaders from various sectors who shared...
Bossier City Secures $5.6 Billion Air Force Contract
News Summary Bossier City celebrates a $5.6 billion contract awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) by the U.S. Air Force. This five-year contract, which may extend to ten years,...
Smart Meters Rollout Begins in Shreveport
News Summary Shreveport residents can expect significant changes as SWEPCO initiates the installation of smart meters for around 234,000 customers. The two-year rollout aims to enhance energy management and customer...
SCIENCE
Community Unites to Celebrate Elana Franks’ Legacy
News Summary The community mourns the loss of 17-year-old Elana Franks, a state champion softball player from Calvary Baptist Academy, who tragically passed away after a serious car accident. In...
Tragic Loss of Young Athlete Elana Franks in Shreveport
News Summary The Shreveport community is in mourning following the untimely death of Elana Franks, a talented 17-year-old athlete from Calvary Baptist Academy, who lost her life after a car...
Shreveport Residents Unite in Hope and Awareness Against Breast Cancer
Shreveport Residents Face Breast Cancer with Hope and Awareness Shreveport, La – As we approach 2024, the statistics surrounding breast cancer can be quite alarming. It’s anticipated that around 300,000...
LSU Health Shreveport Unveils Plans for New Research Facility in Former Sears Building
LSU Health Shreveport Announces New Research Facility in Former Sears Building Shreveport is buzzing with excitement after the recent announcement that the old Sears building at Mall St. Vincent will...
Shreveport Honors the Trailblazing ‘Hidden Figures’ with Congressional Medal of Honor Ceremony
Shreveport Honors the Trailblazing ‘Hidden Figures’ In a touching ceremony held in Shreveport, U.S. Speaker Mike Johnson presented the Congressional Medal of Honor to the families of four remarkable Black...
Cross Lake Sees Declining Manganese Levels Due to Efforts by Shreveport Water and Sewerage Department
Declining Manganese Levels in Cross Lake Introduction Shreveport, Louisiana – After being reported as one of the highest reservoirs of manganese in the United States, the levels of this mineral...
Caddo Commission Opposes Law Requiring Display of 10 Commandments in Public Schools
Caddo Commission Stands Against Law Mandating the Display of 10 Commandments in Public Schools SHREVEPORT, La. In a move that sparks dialogue over the separation of church and state in...
