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Two arrested in Monroe during storage unit drug bust
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - On April 24, the Monroe Police Department was called to investigate a potential drug deal. According to the Metro Narcotics Unit of Ouachita Parish, an investigation revealed that four storage units were being rented out by Frederick Biedenharn and his girlfriend, Lisa Allen. MPD executed a...
Monroe Police Department asks for the public’s help locating wanted man for 2nd Degree Murder
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Friday, April 26, 2024, Monroe Police Department officers responded to a shooting in the 2900 block of Barrington Drive. When officers arrived at the scene, an adult male gunshot victim was found. The victim was taken to an area hospital where he […]
City of Monroe building attraction along I-20 Economic Development District
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of Monroe is working to make improvements along the I-20 economic district. The I-20 Economic Development District consists of common places like the Pecanland Mall, shopping centers, eateries and the construction of the new Amazon facility. “You have brand new facilities that are out...
Carnival Shooting Trial Start Faces Possible Delay
Jury selection in the murder trial for the man accused of fatally shooting a man at the end of last year’s Carnival Parade is being delayed. The judge presiding over the case rescheduled the process for a later date to accommodate a hearing over evidence to be admitted at trial.
Rayville man named PCAL statewide bus driver of the year
RAYVILLE, La (KTVE/KARD) – Every year, April 23rd, is dedicated to honoring school bus drivers across the country for National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. One bus route operator for Richland Parish School District is receiving high accolades for his outstanding performance. The Property Casualty Alliance of Louisiana (PCAL) named Solomon Staten, a Rayville resident, […]
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office searching for missing 16-year-old
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a 16-year-old girl who ran away from home. According to OPSO, Trencity Mays was last seen at her home in Monroe on April 17 around 11 p.m. Anyone with information on Mays’...
WANTED PERSON: Monroe PD needs help locating a wanted man for domestic abuse battery
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)- The Monroe Police Department needs help from the public in locating John Wayne Jefferson. According to officials, an arrest warrant has been obtained for Jefferson for Domestic Abuse Battery. If you know his whereabouts, please call the Monroe Police Department at (318) 329-2600
Monroe PD seize over 10 pounds of narcotics during drug bust; suspect arrested
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On April 24, 2024, at 2 PM, officers of the Monroe Police Department received information from a confidential informant that a male subject just obtained a large amount of narcotics to sell. Authorities were advised that the narcotics were delivered to the Mary Lee Apartments on Desiard Street.
MISSING PERSON: Authorities have located a missing Monroe man
UPDATE: As of 10:20 AM, the authorities have located Donald Parker. MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Monroe Police Department is searching for Donald Ray Parker who has been reported missing. If you know the whereabouts of Donald, contact authorities at 318-329-2600.
Car drives through Rick Breen’s Oil Change, authorities responding
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - UPDATE: Detective Schmitz says Monroe Police Department and Monroe Fire Department responded to the minor accident around 7:30 a.m. He says Acadian Ambulance is on the scene. This is an updated story. Read below for previous information. KNOE has received reports of a car crash at...
LANE CLOSURES: LA 15 in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, to have ongoing construction on April 29th
OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises drivers that on Monday, April 29, 2024, ongoing construction will occur along LA 15 in Ouachita Parish from US 165 Business (Ouachita Avenue) to Orange Street. Construction involves concrete patching, cleaning and resealing existing joints, and striping. Travelers can expect alternating lane closures, […]
Beauregard Street temporarily closes for manwhole repairs
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - According to the City of Monroe, Beauregard St. will be closed from its intersection at South Second Street to its intersection at Florida Street to repair a sewer manhole. Officials said the work is expected to last for ten days from the hours of 8 a.m....
Orange Street I-20 overpass in Ouachita Parish will be closed on May 14th
OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD)– On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, the Orange Street I-20 overpass in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, will be under construction due to bridge structural repairs and repainting the affected area. The project is expected to last 90 days during which there will be nightly lane closures on I-20 Eastbound.
Southern Rail Commission receives $400K IRC Grant to boost passenger rail operations in the South
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– The Southern Rail Commission announced the receipt of a $400,000 grant in March from the Federal Railroad Administration through the Interstate Rail Compacts fund, a significant milestone under the Infrastructure Investment and JobsAct. According to officials, this grant will play a crucial role in expanding and enhancing passenger rail services across the […]
Job readiness program welcomes first cohort
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - 14 residents will be taking part in a 5-month program with 15 organizations and businesses in the Monroe area to get them career ready. “This program benefited me by helping me get a career, starting my career, you know get back into my career, and also benefited me by having to get a job.” said cohort member Eric Mcginnis.
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