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Passenger Rail to the Beach from Louisiana – Big News Revealed
The last time a train left the city of New Orleans, Louisiana heading eastward toward stops in Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida was during the month of August 2005. We know that because that service was suspended during the final days of August 2005 when Hurricane Katrina roared ashore, wrecked tracks, mangled bridges, and basically left all of the Gulf South in a major state of disrepair.
Texas’ Tallest Building is Among the Largest in America
Buildings stretching toward the sky make up the skylines of numerous cities here in Texas. Even in some smaller cities like Tyler, you'll find a couple of pretty tall buildings. Recently, I went on a trip to Chicago, and on a tour of the city I learned that it has...
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
Shreveport Man Arrested for Burning Victim’s Face & Leg
SHREVEPORT, LA- Domestic Violence by Burning Arrest. SPD Domestic Violence detectives have arrested 46-year-old Kentrail Fuller in connection with a violent domestic incident. Fuller is accused of burning the forehead of the victim with a cigarette, attempting to burn her thigh with a cigarette, and threatening to kill her if she reported the abuse.
Major Retailer Closing 6 Louisiana Stores: Including Shreveport
For a variety of reasons, sadly, the days of the old 'brick & mortar' stores are going the way of pay telephones and VHS players. Even though there are those who order groceries online, I think there will always be a place for some types of stores that people will still want to visit in person.
Shreveport Police Searching for Check Fraud Suspects
SHREVEPORT, LA- SPD Detectives Search for White Collar Thieves. Detectives with the Shreveport Caddo White Collar Crimes Task Force are seeking the public's assistance in locating two wanted suspects:. Ashley Dunn (DOB: 08/28/1983) and her husband Shannon Dunn (DOB: 01/18/1984). Both individuals have multiple outstanding warrants for Monetary Instrument Abuse...
Louisiana: If You See This Device, You’re Being Recorded
Have You Ever Wanted to Secretly Record a Conversation?. There have been times when I wish I could have recorded someone and played it back to see if I actually heard what I thought I heard. Do you know how many arguments I could have won in my past relationship?
Shreveport Grocery Store Might Be Safe, for Now
SHREVEPORT, LA – The proposal to sell a Shreveport grocery store to the group that owns Piggly Wiggly might be on the back burner today. A massive grocery merger deal is now on hold pending court action in the case. The Wall Street Journal reports Kroger and Albertsons have announced the $20 billion merger deal is being paused for now while antitrust enforcers pursue lawsuits to try to block the deal.
Help Bossier City Police Catch This Theft Suspect
The Bossier City Police (Property Crimes Division) needs the Public’s assistance in identifying an individual. On 06-23-24, An unknown black female entered 2061 E. Texas Bossier City, La. 71111 and committed a Theft. If anyone knows the identity of this person or any information on the case, please contact Crime Stoppers or the Bossier City Police Department.
Life In Louisiana And Arkansas More Dangerous Than Any
A new research piece has revealed just how dangerous living in Arkansas or Louisiana really is. According to the findings, Arkansas is the most dangerous state in the entire US and it's closely followed by Louisiana. The storage company, Pink Storage, conducted the study using twenty four key indicators across...
Watch E.T. With the Stars of the Film in Downtown Shreveport
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: https://geekdcon.ticketspice.com/geekd-con-2024. Two of the guests...
Shreveport Obsessed With a New Epic Dessert Special
If There is a New Delicious Dish in Shreveport-Bossier It Never Takes Long for Word to Travel. We love that Shreveport has random places known for unique dishes. Shout out to our friends at Marilynn's Place who have the best Bread Pudding in the world according to OnlyInYourState.com. This New Orleans-style hug in a plate is just what the doctor ordered for an instant boost of dopamine. I mean, it's bread pudding served with a chocolate espresso sauce. I can't sit and describe how good it is, however, I can confirm that the bold claim of it being the best bread pudding in the world is pretty dead on.
Another Shreveport Restaurant is Closing for Good
November 2023 Was an Exciting Month for Line Avenue in Shreveport. The Tap Room opened up on Line Avenue and it promised to be a fun hangout for people of all walks of life. Who doesn't want an epic selection of beer, whiskey, and tequila right?. The Tap Room took...
2 Louisiana Cities in Top 5 for Identity Theft Cases
SHREVEPORT, LA - It is such a hassle to deal with identity theft and can be quite expensive. If you have not been a victim, you probably know someone who has. Kim Komando reports the Federal Trade Commission report more than 400,000 cases of credit card fraud happen every year. That number keeps climbing.
How to Get Into the Shreveport Sports Card Show For Free
The Shreveport Card Show is coming back for their traditional summer show. The event is set for this Saturday and Sunday, July 27th & 28th, at the Acrosports and The Fieldhouse on American Way in Shreveport. Over the last 30 years, the world of sports collectible has blossomed into a...
Entire State at Risk – Louisiana Bracing for Torrential Downpours
If you spent more than a few summer days in Louisiana in the past you probably know the drill as far as our "typical" summer weather pattern is concerned. People in Lafayette, New Iberia, Lake Charles, and even Shreveport and Monroe in northern Louisiana understand "partly cloudy, hot and humid, the chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon".
New Phase Of I-20 Construction Will Cripple E. Bossier Traffic
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has just upped the ante in regards to travel in Bossier City. As DOTD enters into the newest phase of the $117 million I-20 reconstruction project, motorists are advised that beginning Tuesday, August 6, the Industrial Drive (LA 782-2) interchange ramps will be closed for reconstruction.
What Is a ‘Corpse Flower’ + Why Is It Going Viral Right Now?
Death is in the air, and people can't stop talking about it. The corpse flower is getting increased attention thanks to the rare plant currently blooming in multiple places around the U.S. How Rare If The Corpse Flower?. If you've never heard of a corpse flower, you're likely not alone....
Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood
A 17-year-old is on the run following a wild chain of events that started in a downtown Baton Rouge courthouse on Wednesday, July 24. Baton Rouge Police said Kendrick Miller caused a police search across the downtown area when he ran away from the 19th Judicial Courthouse yesterday afternoon after learning he had active warrants.
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