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More burn bans lifted in parts of the ArkLaTex following recent rainfall

SHREVEPORT, La. — Officials in Caddo, DeSoto, Natchitoches, Sabine, Red River and most of Bossier parishes have lifted their parishwide burn bans following recent rainfall across the area. In Bossier Parish, Benton Fire District No. 4 has clarified that the burn ban remains in effect for its district. Despite...

Bossier Parish, LA · 5d

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Shreveport receives $2 million federal grant to improve high-crash intersections

SHREVEPORT, La. — The city of Shreveport is set to receive a $2.27 million federal grant aimed at curbing traffic accidents and improving safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians at some of the area's most dangerous intersections. Mayor Tom Arceneaux announced the funding, which will be dedicated to infrastructure...

Shreveport, LA · 4d

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Federal Grant Targets 10 Shreveport Intersections With New Signals, Crosswalks, And Lighting

The city's getting federal money to fix its most dangerous intersections. Crews will install pedestrian signals, high visibility crosswalks, and improved street lighting where crashes happen most.

Shreveport, LA · 5d

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Whitman Defeats Hammons in Bossier City Marshal’s Race; Voters Decide Local Contests and Statewide Amendments

Bossier Parish voters went to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, to decide several local races, along with statewide and federal contests. One of the most closely watched local races was the Bossier City marshal’s election, where Republican Jim Whitman defeated Republican Brian Hammons, receiving 62% of the vote to Hammons’ 38%.

Bossier City, LA · 6d

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Shreveport mayoral race heads to December runoff

(The Center Square) - Shreveport's mayoral race is headed to a December runoff between incumbent Tom Arceneaux and Caddo Parish Commissioner Stormy Gage-Watts after neither candidate secured a majority of votes Tuesday. Arceneaux received 19,216 votes, or 36%, while Gage-Watts received 12,199 votes, or 23%, according to unofficial election results. Arceneaux and Gage-Watts advanced from a candidate field of seven and will face off again December 12. Arceneaux, who was elected mayor in 2022, is seeking a second term. Gage-Watts, a term-limited Caddo Parish commissioner is seeking to unseat him. Tuesday's election included five other candidates: state Rep. Tammy Phelps, Caddo Parish Commissioner John-Paul Young, Chaunta Mero, Michael D. Williams and Siavash "Sia" Fakhiraravari.

Shreveport, LA · 6d

KSLA

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Veterans parade brings cheers & gratitude to Bossier City

Bossier City veterans parade brings cheers & gratitude to the community.

Bossier City, LA · 5d

KTBS

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Results of Northwest Louisiana DA, judge races

At least one new district attorney has been elected in Northwest Louisiana, while a runoff is needed to determine the outcome in a another district attorney’s race. The same can be said for a number of judgeships also up for grabs. Here’s a look at some of the outcomes:...

Louisiana · 6d

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G-Unit advisor supports Shreveport DDA millage renewal

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson's Growth Advisor for G-Unit, Orville Hall, has expressed support for the millage renewal for Shreveport's Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The endorsement was sent to a local online journal, The Shreveport Open Press. Hall's statement, titled "DDA Millage Renewal: A Vote for...

Shreveport, LA · 6d

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Amazon's $18 billion data center project moves forward in northwest Louisiana

BOSSIER CITY, La. -- A Bossier Chamber luncheon meeting offered new insight into Amazon's $18 billion data center project in northwest Louisiana, including its construction timeline, infrastructure needs and anticipated job opportunities. The meeting also marked the release of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce's fifth annual State of the Community...

Louisiana · 7d

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Heartwarming Praise Earns Shreveport Resident Major Community Award

A Shreveport educator is building something new. Sam Legg won the Kiss Country Caught in the Act Award for dedicating herself to children falling through the cracks in the public school system

Shreveport, LA · 5d

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Avoid Ford Street Near Downtown Shreveport Today Due to Repairs

Ford Street in downtown Shreveport is getting some work done today. Expect slow-moving traffic between Pine and Hartman as crews do preliminary prep for an asphalt overlay project coming later this month.

Shreveport, LA · 6d

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November Events in Bossier You Don’t Want to Miss

The holiday season is fast approaching, but there’s still plenty of fall fun in Bossier Parish this November. From live music and craft fairs to festivals honoring local heroes, there’s something for everyone in Bossier this month!. Super Retriever Series. The Super Retriever Series Crown Championship is a...

Bossier City, LA · 7d

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DeSoto Parish 4-H members earn top honors at 2026 State Fair of Louisiana

DESOTO PARISH, La. — DeSoto Parish 4-H members made an impressive showing at the 2026 State Fair of Louisiana, earning numerous championship titles, top placements, and recognition in livestock exhibitions, poultry competitions, and the Nutrition Quiz Bowl. From experienced exhibitors celebrating successful senior years to first-time participants stepping into...

Shreveport, LA · 6d

Shreveport city employees are getting raises. Some sooner than originally planned.

Starting next month, Shreveport police and firefighters will get a big pay bump. Other city employees also will make more starting next year. The Shreveport City Council last week approved 6% pay raises for the city's police and fire departments and is expected soon to give other city employees a smaller pay bump. The public safety raises are coming as planned, but the other pay increases are on an expedited timeline.

Shreveport, LA · 8d

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Shreveport mayor talks with KSLA about federal roadway grant & neighborhood clean sweeps

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux talks with KSLA about the federal roadway grant for safety & neighborhood clean sweeps.

Shreveport, LA · 5d

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See the election results for school board members in Caddo, Bossier and DeSoto

Caddo, Bossier and DeSoto residents have the results for their new school board members for the 2026-2030 term. School boards across all three parishes saw shake-ups as members from the 2022-2026 school boards reached their term limits or chose not to run for re-election. The Bossier Parish School Board has the fewest new members, while the DeSoto Parish School Board has the most.

Bossier Parish, LA · 6d

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More burn bans lifted in parts of the ArkLaTex following recent rainfall

Bossier Parish, LA · 6d

KSLA

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Shreveport City Council asks for prayers as Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson remains hospitalized ahead of Tuesday vote

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Shreveport City Council is asking for community prayers as District E Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson remains hospitalized and focuses on his health. The City Council confirmed Jackson’s hospitalization in a statement released Monday, saying in part: “We ask the community to keep Dr. Jackson and his loved ones in their thoughts and prayers and to respect the family’s privacy during this time.”

Shreveport, LA · 8d

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