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2 suspects arrested for drug and firearm offenses in Morehouse Parish
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. MOREHOUSE, PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD)– On April 24, 2024, the Street Crimes Team executed a search warrant for a residence on Baron Drive in Morehouse Parish, La. According to authorities, during the search of the residence, deputies located a .22 caliber pistol, Marijuana, ecstasy, crack cocaine, and supplies […]
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.
Barrington Drive shooting leaves one dead; police searching for suspect
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - UPDATE: Monroe Police are searching for a man following a deadly shooting that happened on the 2900 block of Barrington Drive. On April 26 at 12:28 p.m., MPD officers responded to the shooting. Authorities said when they arrived they found one man suffering from a gunshot wound. The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died.
Get a sneak peek of the 2024 St. Jude Dream Home; Reserve your ticket today
MONROE, LA (KTVE/KARD) — We are almost 1 month out from giving away the 2024 St. Jude Dream Home to one lucky winner. If you’re looking to join in on that luck, you better reserve your ticket today because time is running out. Let’s get a look at this year’s home that’s valued at $450,000. […]
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.
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
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’...
$400K grant to Southern Railroad Commission expected to benefit Monroe economically
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Southern Rail Commission received a $400,000 grant from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) through the Interstate Rail Compacts (IRC) Fund to help expand and improve passenger rail service throughout the Southern United States, which includes the development of the Dallas to Atlanta passenger train that will run through the City of Monroe and other areas along I-20. The grant will be used to support the administrative and planning responsibilities of the SRC.
Bastrop man killed in Morehouse Parish crash
BASTROP, La. (KNOE) - According to Louisiana State Police Troop F, one man is dead following a crash that happened on US 425 near Town and Country Road after 6 a.m. on Friday, April 20. The crash claimed the life of 50-year-old Matthew Courson of Bastrop. LSP said the initial...
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, […]
UL softball's Brooke Ellestad had a huge night in a variety of ways. Here's why.
MONROE – All the diamond drama wasn't reserved for baseball on Friday for the UL Ragin’ Cajuns. Trailing by a run in the sixth inning, catcher Victoria Valdez slammed a solo shot in the sixth to tie it and Brooke Ellestad followed with a game-winning home run in the seventh to claim a 5-4 road win over UL Monroe.
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...
Heart health gains more attention after Buffalo Bills star suffers from cardiac arrest
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The importance of heart health has gained more attention after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest during a game in 2023. In this week’s segment of Health Minute, sponsored by St. Francis Health, Hamlin encourages everyone to take preventative steps to keep their heart healthy.
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....
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