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BREAKING NEWS
Winter Storm Cora Hits Shreveport and Surroundings
News Summary Winter Storm Cora brings a significant chill to Shreveport, with preparations underway for potential snowfall and hazardous travel conditions. The National Weather Service warns of record-low temperatures and...
3.5 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Mooringsport, Louisiana
News Summary On January 18, 2025, a 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck Mooringsport, Louisiana, capturing the attention of local residents. The quake, felt by citizens as far as Shreveport, had its...
Shreveport-Bossier Braces for Winter Weather Ahead
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, is preparing for a significant drop in temperatures due to an incoming polar vortex. Residents will experience below-freezing conditions starting Saturday night, with the potential for...
Shreveport Moves Forward with New Police Substation
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department is making significant progress towards establishing a new police substation on N Market Road, following the recent approval of two critical resolutions. This $1.5...
Shreveport Drug Traffickers Sentenced After Overdose Death
News Summary Three individuals involved in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy that led to the overdose death of a local man have been sentenced in Shreveport. Martin William Thompson received a...
The Population Shift: Shreveport and Caddo Parish Face Decline
News Summary Shreveport and Caddo Parish are experiencing significant population loss, with more than 2,500 residents leaving over the past two years. This trend follows a wider issue in Louisiana,...
Tow Truck Crash in Shreveport Causes Alarm
News Summary A tow truck collided with a school bus in Shreveport on January 16, 2025, leaving four children with non-life-threatening injuries. Fortunately, quick actions by the bus driver prevented...
Shreveport Man Fatally Shot While Driving in MLK Neighborhood
News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Shreveport left a man dead while driving through the MLK neighborhood on January 16, 2025. The victim, a Black male in his 30s,...
Shreveport School Bus Accident Leaves Four Children Injured
News Summary A school bus accident in north Shreveport this morning resulted in minor injuries for four children and life-threatening injuries for a tow truck driver. The driver failed to...
BUSINESS
Internet Marketing Strategies For Your Shreveport Business
Internet marketing, or digital marketing, uses the internet to promote a product or service. It can include various activities, from creating and managing a website to driving traffic through SEO...
Events/What's Happening
Shreveport Gears Up for Mardi Gras Celebrations
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, is ready to embrace the Mardi Gras season with vibrant parades and exciting events. The Krewe of Sobek Parade kicks off the festivities on January 18....
Southern Louisiana Prepares for Severe Winter Weather
News Summary As temperatures in Shreveport, Louisiana plummet to the lower teens, residents brace for an extraordinary winter storm expected to drop around 2 inches of snow. With advisories in...
Shreveport Awaits the Arrival of Do Portugal Circus
News Summary Shreveport is excited to welcome the Do Portugal Circus, a week-long event starting January 17, 2025, at Mall St. Vincent. Featuring a blend of traditional and modern circus...
Shreveport Students Empowered by Junior Achievement Programs
News Summary Junior Achievement (JA) is enhancing the educational experience of Shreveport students with its programs centered around financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Over 9,000 students have benefited from...
Shreveport’s Wintry Wonderland: Snow Forecast for Next Week
News Summary Shreveport is bracing for a winter surprise as a polar vortex is set to bring frigid temperatures and the possibility of snow next week. With daytime highs dropping...
Shreveport Launches Inaugural 318 MLK DreamFest
News Summary The inaugural 318 MLK DreamFest kicks off in Shreveport, Louisiana, from January 15 through February 17, 2025. This multi-day celebration honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with...
Caddo Parish Business Owner Climbs Aconcagua for Charity
News Summary Randall Liles of Caddo Parish prepares for an ambitious climb of Aconcagua in Argentina, aiming to raise funds for local fire departments following devastating fires in Los Angeles....
Bossier City Community Development Advances with Scholarships
News Summary Bossier City is witnessing a significant step forward in community development as council member Chris Smith sponsors scholarships for the Community Development Institute. His inspiring journey through the...
Shreveport-Bossier Boat & RV Show Launches This Weekend
News Summary The Shreveport-Bossier Boat & RV Show is set to begin this weekend at the Shreveport Convention Center from January 10-12, 2025. This annual event showcases over 300 boats...
CRIME
Shreveport Drug Traffickers Sentenced After Overdose Death
News Summary Three individuals involved in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy that led to the overdose death of a local man have been sentenced in Shreveport. Martin William Thompson received a...
Shreveport Man Fatally Shot While Driving in MLK Neighborhood
News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Shreveport left a man dead while driving through the MLK neighborhood on January 16, 2025. The victim, a Black male in his 30s,...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening City Council Member
News Summary A Shreveport woman was arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot city council member Ursula Bowman outside her home. The incident raised concerns about safety among local leaders. Sherrell...
Shreveport Rapper Found Guilty of Illegal Firearm Possession
News Summary Local rapper Keynon Frazier, known as Green Eyez, has been found guilty by a federal jury for illegal firearm possession. The incident follows a police chase that led...
Shreveport Leaders Discuss Progress in Crime Reduction
News Summary Local leaders in Shreveport gathered to discuss significant updates on criminal justice initiatives aimed at reducing violent crime. The conference highlighted collaborative efforts among law enforcement, community organizations,...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening City Council Member
News Summary A local woman, Sherrell Morris, was arrested in Shreveport for allegedly threatening to shoot City Council member Ursula Bowman. The threat, made at Bowman’s home, escalated quickly and...
Shreveport Attorney Arrested in Prostitution Sting
News Summary Disbarred attorney John Settle was arrested on January 10, 2025, during a police sting operation aimed at prostitution in Shreveport. The operation, which targeted illicit activities threatening public...
Shreveport Reports Significant Decrease in Crime Rates
News Summary According to the 2024 Crime Report, Shreveport has celebrated a notable decline in crime rates, including a 35% drop in homicides. The reported improvements extend to various forms...
Shreveport’s Legal Drama: John Settle Arrested Again
News Summary John Settle Jr., a disbarred attorney from Shreveport, Louisiana, was arrested for prostitution during a police sting operation on January 10, 2025. This marks another incident in a...
POLITICS
Winter Storm Cora Hits Shreveport and Surroundings
News Summary Winter Storm Cora brings a significant chill to Shreveport, with preparations underway for potential snowfall and hazardous travel conditions. The National Weather Service warns of record-low temperatures and...
Shreveport-Bossier Braces for Winter Weather Ahead
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, is preparing for a significant drop in temperatures due to an incoming polar vortex. Residents will experience below-freezing conditions starting Saturday night, with the potential for...
Shreveport Moves Forward with New Police Substation
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department is making significant progress towards establishing a new police substation on N Market Road, following the recent approval of two critical resolutions. This $1.5...
The Population Shift: Shreveport and Caddo Parish Face Decline
News Summary Shreveport and Caddo Parish are experiencing significant population loss, with more than 2,500 residents leaving over the past two years. This trend follows a wider issue in Louisiana,...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening City Council Member
News Summary A Shreveport woman was arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot city council member Ursula Bowman outside her home. The incident raised concerns about safety among local leaders. Sherrell...
Shreveport Rapper Found Guilty of Illegal Firearm Possession
News Summary Local rapper Keynon Frazier, known as Green Eyez, has been found guilty by a federal jury for illegal firearm possession. The incident follows a police chase that led...
Shreveport Leaders Discuss Progress in Crime Reduction
News Summary Local leaders in Shreveport gathered to discuss significant updates on criminal justice initiatives aimed at reducing violent crime. The conference highlighted collaborative efforts among law enforcement, community organizations,...
Shreveport Woman Arrested for Threatening City Council Member
News Summary A local woman, Sherrell Morris, was arrested in Shreveport for allegedly threatening to shoot City Council member Ursula Bowman. The threat, made at Bowman’s home, escalated quickly and...
Shreveport’s Legal Drama: John Settle Arrested Again
News Summary John Settle Jr., a disbarred attorney from Shreveport, Louisiana, was arrested for prostitution during a police sting operation on January 10, 2025. This marks another incident in a...
SPORTS
Army Football Achieves Historic Victory in Independence Bowl
News Summary The Army West Point football team celebrated a historic victory over Louisiana Tech in the Independence Bowl, clinching their 12th win of the season. This milestone marks the...
Shreveport Celebrates Army Football’s Record-Breaking Victory
News Summary On December 28, 2024, Shreveport, Louisiana, erupted in celebration as Army football clinched a historic 27-6 victory over Louisiana Tech in the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl. This monumental...
Shreveport Officer Takes on College Football Officiating
News Summary Cpl. Chris Bordelon, a Shreveport Police Department officer, is making waves in the college football officiating scene. Recently officiating a major game between Stanford and California, Bordelon’s journey...
Army Black Knights Triumph Over Louisiana Tech in Independence Bowl
News Summary The Army West Point Black Knights secured their first-ever Independence Bowl victory with a dominant 27-6 win against Louisiana Tech in Shreveport, Louisiana. Quarterback Bryson Daily shone, rushing...
Unforgettable Buzzer Beater Secures Gold Nuggets’ Thrilling Victory Over Pilots
Unforgettable Buzzer Beater in Shreveport: A Night to Remember for Gold Nuggets! Shreveport, La. — The air was electric this past Monday as fans gathered for a thrilling showdown between...
Excitement soars as Shreveport-Bossier City football teams deliver thrilling performances in Week 10 action
Excitement in Shreveport-Bossier City Football Scene! This past Thursday and Friday, the Shreveport-Bossier City area was buzzing with intense football action as local teams showcased their talents in the 10th...
Marshall Mavericks Secure Impressive Victory Over Hallsville Bobcats 35-7
Excitement in Marshall as Local Team Triumphs Over Hallsville Marshall, Texas, witnessed an electrifying high school football game last Friday night, as the Marshall Mavericks dominated the Hallsville Bobcats with...
Longview Community News: Sunny Weather, Trial Updates, and Local Improvements
Longview, Texas: A Sunny Day and Community Updates Good morning, Longview! It’s shaping up to be a beautiful day here in our neck of the woods. With a wonderfully sunny...
Remembering Local Hero Trey Prather: A Tale of Sacrifice and Community Resilience in Shreveport
Shreveport: Remembering a Local Hero The sun was shining brightly in Shreveport on a recent day, as the skies painted a perfect backdrop for storytelling that resonates deeply within our...
