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Dr. Krystal Player-Jackson receives 2026 ATHENA International Leadership Award

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Dr. Krystal Player-Jackson has been named the recipient of the 2026 ATHENA International Leadership Award, the Greater Shreveport Chamber announced Thursday, Nov. 12. The award was presented during the chamber’s ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino. The event was presented by Ochsner...

Shreveport, LA · 1d
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This Black-owned DIY photo studio is thriving in Shreveport. Here’s how it came to life.

Arnisha Scott always knew she wanted to start a family business with her three brothers, she just didn't know what it would be. Then, inspiration struck while she was visiting an attraction during an out-of-town trip. "I was like, this is something we could do back home … something we can bring to Shreveport for the whole family, people of any age," she said.

Shreveport, LA · 1d
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KSLA Overtime: Green Oaks and Booker T. Washington advance to the second-round

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - For the second straight season, Booker T. Washington earns a first-round home playoff game. Up the road in Blanchard, on Northwood’s campus, Nick Peoples’ Green Oaks Giants hosts a first-round matchup for the first time since 2018. SCORES:. GREEN OAKS 32, DONALDSONVILLE 14. WEST...

Shreveport, LA · 11h
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Southwood High School lockdown lifted after science project conversation mistaken for threat

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Southwood High School is no longer on lockdown after a science project was confused for a bomb threat on Nov. 13. Sources initially told KSLA that Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies were investigating a bomb threat after a suspicious call came into the school around 11:45 a.m.

Shreveport, LA · 22h
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Shreveport And Bossier Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving For Those Skipping Hours Of Cooking

Thanksgiving in Shreveport and Bossier means some families head out to eat instead of cooking all day. Check with your favorite spot now about reservations.

Shreveport, LA · 2d

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Behind the Badge: Brandon Richter is a warrior

BOSSIER CITY, La. - More than two decades ago, two recruits stood on the drill ground on their first day at the fire academy, neither fully aware of where their careers would take them. Today, one is the Bossier City fire chief, and the other is a veteran captain whose...

Bossier City, LA · 2d

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News in 60 - late LSU basketball coach's funeral, LA Rep. dies, & DWI arrest

Late LSU basketball Coach Dale Brown's funeral, Louisiana State Representative Mike Bayham dies, & Shreveport DWI arrest on News in 60 Seconds.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Week 11 Live! Scores/notes from Shreveport-area high school football playoff games

CS - Kaleb Law 9-yard pass from Maddox Parrott, 5:50 1st quarter. CS - Gavin Reynolds 12-yard pass from Parrott, 10:32 2nd quarter. CS - Ce'Miyea Williams 11-yard pass from Parrott, 1:29 2nd quarter. CAPTAIN SHREVE 28, HAMMOND 14. HHS - Landon Terrell 74-yard pass from Louis, 8:15 3rd quarter.

Shreveport, LA · 23h

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Whole Foods Proves Shreveport is Ready for Trader Joe’s, But Will They Ever Come?

Dear Trader Joe’s: Our Packed Whole Foods Parking Lot Proves Shreveport Is Ready

Shreveport, LA · 2d

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Shreveport clean water task force

Shreveport Clean Water Task Force finalizes recommendations, seeks state funding. SHREVEPORT, La. — Shreveport's Clean Water Task Force has officially wrapped up its work and is preparing to present recommendations to Louisiana lawmakers aimed at improving the city's water system.The task force held its final meeting Thursday evening, concluding a three-month effort to identify challenges within Shreveport's water infrastructure and develop solutions to improve the system's overall performance.Created under State Rep. Joy Walters' House Resolution 367, the task force was given until November to develop recommendations addressing the city's failing water grade.Throughout its work, members held multiple community meetings across Shreveport, gathering feedback from residents and consulting with state and local officials, water experts and public health professionals.Among the recommendations are replacing aging infrastructure and upgrading chemical feed systems, metering equipment and contamination monitoring technology.Shreveport Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dark said the proposed improvements could help raise the city's water grade from its previous score of an F to a C or higher."If the sort of median things happen along those, we can expect a score that is not 45 like we got last year. It's more likely to be somewhere in the general area of 70," Dark said.One recommendation includes $100,000 for a contamination monitoring system at the Cross Lake intake. Dark said the technology would allow officials to identify unusual contaminants before the water reaches the treatment plant.The task force is also recommending at least $4 million to begin replacing aging pipes throughout the distribution system."We have a lot of old pipes. Pipes lead to things in the distribution system that are unpredictable and not always pleasant," Dark said.Interim Director of Water and Sewer Brandon Snead said upgrading chemical feed equipment would be a priority if additional state funding becomes available."It's still operational, mind you, but it's reaching the end of its lifespan. And that's kind of the heart of the system. So to me, you need to start where the heart is," Snead said.Snead said the department could also use its work order history to identify equipment that needs replacement before problems develop.Walters said the next step is getting the task force's recommendations in front of the House Committee on Health and Welfare.In a statement, Walters emphasized the legislature's role in addressing the city's infrastructure needs."Now it's the legislature's turn to move forward with the critical water infrastructure financial needs. We can't fund it all, but we will do our part," Walters said.The task force agreed to make minor adjustments to its draft recommendations before submitting its findings and funding requests to the state by November 18.City officials say they will continue exploring additional funding opportunities to address Shreveport's water infrastructure needs.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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13 Northwest Louisiana veterans to receive special honors

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAl/KMSS) - Veterans of Northwest Louisiana will be recognized for their service and sacrifice. The annual Veterans Honor Ceremony is taking place this Friday. 13 local veterans from a variety of backgrounds and specializations will receive special honors for their contributions to the military and community over their years of service.

Bossier City, LA · 2d

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Great Shreveport Chamber of Commerce recognizes 16 Shreveport leaders

16 Shreveport leaders were recognized at a luncheon hosted by the Great Shreveport Chamber of Commerce.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Shreveport approves pay raises for city employees in 2027 budget

(The Center Square) - Shreveport police officers, firefighters and other city employees are set to receive pay increases in December as part of the city's proposed 2027 budget. Shreveport City Council unanimously approved a 3% pay increase for classified city employees, effective Dec. 1. The two resolutions passed included additional pay adjustments for more than 400 employees starting Jan. 1, 2027, as well as 6% base-pay increases for police officers and firefighters. At Monday's administrative conference, Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dark said the increases mainly affect the city's General Fund and will initially be funded through building permits fees linked to the two data center projects in Caddo Parish. The approval followed concerns from council members during an Oct. 26 administrative conference, when members questioned why police and fire would receive raises months before other city employees. Councilman James Green argued that all municipal employees should receive increases around the same time saying, "If we found that fountain of money from the data centers and whatever, then we should look beyond putting a few in a bowl and then tell others to wait because they've got to go to the gas pump like everybody else. They got to go to

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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SBC Advocate/318preps Football Top 13, end of regular season: North DeSoto in familiar spot

North DeSoto finished as the postseason No. 1 in 2025 and the Griffins are in the best spot to do it again. Haughton made the biggest regular-season jump (No. 10 in preseason to No. 4), Parkway took the biggest plunge (No. 3 to No. 10). We will be back after...

Stonewall, LA · 1d

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BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR PORTION OF FOREST HILLS SUBDIVISION IN HAUGHTON

CWSD No. 1 has issued a precautionary boil advisory for customers along the 2000 block of Highpoint Place in the Forest Hills Subdivision in Haughton. A water main was isolated at this location to complete a repair, affecting approximately 12 customer connections. Service will be restored once the repair is complete later today. Because of the loss of pressure during the repair, the water may be contaminated, so customers in the affected area should take precautions until the advisory is lifted.

Haughton, LA · 21h

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AMERICAN ROSE CENTER BEGINS NEW CHAPTER

SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA — The American Rose Center announces the completion of the separation of the American. Rose Society and the American Rose Center, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for one of the Shreveport. area’s most treasured places, the Gardens of the American Rose Center. The Gardens...

Shreveport, LA · 21h

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PETA’s ‘Hell on Wheels’ truck brings Thanksgiving message to Shreveport

PETA’s “Hell on Wheels” truck made a stop on Line Avenue in Shreveport, playing what the animal rights group says are recordings of turkeys’ cries.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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LSUS named top online college in Louisiana in national ranking

LSU Shreveport is the top online college in Louisiana, according to rankings from Newsweek and Statista released Thursday. The rankings are based on an online survey of more than 9,000 U.S. residents who have used online learning services to obtain an academic degree or acquire knowledge and skills for their job.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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‘A Celtic Christmas’ brings Irish music and dance to Shreveport

SHREVEPORT, La. -- The sights and sounds of Ireland are coming to the Strand Theatre in Shreveport next week with “A Celtic Christmas.”. The show combines traditional Irish music, holiday classics, singing and dancing with a story about two star-crossed lovers from different backgrounds. Rochelle Hoffman plays Ava, a...

Shreveport, LA · 17h