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Jimmie Davis Bridge reaches major construction milestone

Construction on the new Jimmie Davis Bridge in Shreveport has reached a milestone with the start of concrete pouring for the driving surface, though the full project remains scheduled for completion through late 2028.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

96.5 KVKI

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Shreveport Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson Credits Girlfriend Jasmine Rice's CPR For Saving His Life

Shreveport Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson says his girlfriend Jasmine Rice saved his life on Halloween night, and he's back at city hall with a new respect for the fire crew who got there in 3 minutes.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

shreveportbossieradvocate.com

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Caddo voters said 'no' to a sports complex. Parish leaders say they've heard residents' concerns.

Caddo officials didn't get voters' approval for an indoor sports complex they wanted. Now they say they're reassessing. Caddo voters on Tuesday rejected a bond proposal that would have allowed the parish to build a $70 million sports complex that officials hoped would attract visitors and raise quality of life. In statements Thursday, parish leaders said the idea isn't dead, but they first need to reevaluate.

Caddo Parish, LA · 2d
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New outpatient behavioral health site opens in Bossier City

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) -Ochsner LSU Health and Oceans Healthcare are expanding access to behavioral healthcare in North Louisiana with a new outpatient program serving adolescents and older adults. The partnership called Louisiana Behavioral Health provides specialized inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services on its Shreveport campus. The addition of outpatient...

Bossier City, LA · 1d
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City-owned Hilton Shreveport hotel generates profits but can't cover construction debt

SHREVEPORT, La. — Nearly 20 years after constructing the Hilton Shreveport, the city-owned operation does not generate sufficient revenue to cover debt payments for its construction bonds, a fact that city officials say won’t change. As a consequence, the hotel’s enterprise fund – a government-owned business accounting fund...

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Young undecided on endorsement ahead of Shreveport mayoral runoff

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Shreveport's mayoral runoff election is a little more than a month away and the candidate who finished third in the general election still hasn't decided on a possible endorsement. Caddo Parish District 4 Commissioner John Paul Young says that he has not made a choice...

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Shreveport and Bossier City Have a Packed 2026 Holiday Concert Calendar

The late-year booking surge guarantees an active finish to 2026, with options across genres and generations.

Shreveport, LA · 2d

KTBS

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Bossier Parish event honors veterans, whether living or dead, in times of war and peace

BOSSIER CITY, La. -- On the eve of Veterans Day, a special event in Bossier Parish brought together veterans, active-duty military members, new recruits and families who have lost loved ones who served. The ceremony honored the sacrifices of those who have served and those who continue to serve, while...

Bossier Parish, LA · 1d

bossierpress.com

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Boil Water Advisory Issued for Part of Princeton

Bossier Parish Consolidated Waterworks/Sewerage District No. 1 has issued a boil water. advisory this afternoon for the Village Water System in Princeton, affecting homes off. The advisory is being issued following the high service pump breakers tripping, which. caused the system to lose pressure for a few minutes until staff...

Princeton, LA · 22h

westcentralsbest.com

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Shreveport City Council increases pay for city workers

SHREVEPORT, La. — The Shreveport City Council approved resolutions today authorizing significant pay increases for classified city employees. The measures, passed during the council’s regular meeting, establish new salary structures effective Dec. 1 and Jan. 1. Council members voted seven to zero to adopt Resolution 124, which creates...

Shreveport, LA · 22h

KTBS

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Improvement project nearing completion on Hearne Avenue

SHREVEPORT, La. -- The $9.6 million improvement project on Hearne Avenue in Shreveport is in its final stretch, with a fresh, smooth roadway surface now open to traffic. Permanent roadway striping is in the process of being installed along the 4.6 mile project length, from state Highway 3132 to U.S. Highway 80. A large portion of the permanent striping is in place, with upcoming operations to include numerous crosswalks and stop bars at traffic signals.

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Rising Power Demand Drives Plans for 175 Factory Jobs in Louisiana

Growing demand for electricity is bringing another expansion to a Louisiana transformer factory, where GE Vernova plans to invest $34.5 million and add 175 jobs. The company announced the Shreveport project Nov. 10. It expects the upgraded operation to reach full production capacity in 2028, supplying more transformers for industrial and renewable energy customers.

Shreveport, LA · 22h

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New community lighthouse opens at Galilee Baptist Church

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A new community lighthouse is now operational at Galilee Baptist Church, providing residents with a safe place to access essential resources during emergencies. Elected officials and community members gathered Sunday, Nov. 8, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the church, located at 1500 Pierre Ave. in...

Shreveport, LA · 2d

Shreveport Times | The Times

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Shreveport announces closures ahead of Veterans Day

The City of Shreveport announces that all city offices will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. City offices will reopen for normal business hours on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. "The City of Shreveport extends its sincere gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country," a news release stated. "We thank our veterans for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms." This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Shreveport announces closures ahead of Veterans Day

Shreveport, LA · 2d

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Flying Heart’s North Bossier expansion advances with MPC approval, February opening target

BOSSIER CITY, La. — Flying Heart Brewing & Pub’s planned expansion into North Bossier moved another step forward Monday, Nov. 9, when the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission approved a conditional-use application for the restaurant’s new location at 5440 Airline Drive. The approval allows the sale of...

Bossier City, LA · 4h

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Safe Haven Opens 23-room Home For Veterans In Shreveport's Highland Neighborhood

Twenty-three veterans will soon have a room of their own at Safe Haven's new home in Shreveport's Highland neighborhood. Keys by December 1.

Shreveport, LA · 22h

KTBS

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Shreveport-Bossier unveils lineup of holiday events along the Red River

BOSSIER CITY, La. -- The holiday season is shaping up to be bigger and brighter than ever in Shreveport and Bossier, with a full lineup of festive activities, family attractions and special events planned across North Louisiana. A preview of the holiday season was unveiled along the Red River, highlighting...

Shreveport, LA · 1d

The Center Square

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SporTran outlines 2027 budget, service plans to Shreveport City Council

(The Center Square) - SporTran, Shreveport's public transit agency, presented its 2027 budget to the City Council Monday, highlighting rising operating costs, Bossier City service expansion and plans to request $175 million federal funding. SporTran CEO Dinero' Washington told council members that the agency's proposed budget is just under $21 million, an increase of about 6.6% from last year. "The big changes in our budget this year for increases is labor," Washington said. "It has to do with [collective bargaining agreements] for fixed-route as well as our on-demand rivers. Our fringe benefits, of course, will increase due to that." SporTran is also working with Bossier City to expand services, including night and weekend routes. Washington said Bossier City's contribution increased from $900,000 to $1.5 million. "Looking at bringing nights and weekend service back in Bossier and had some great conversations with them," Washington said. Washington said there are plans for a new transfer facility in Bossier City with a follow-up meeting scheduled Wednesday to discuss the facility. "They're willing to build there in Bossier," Washington said. "So, we're headed in the right direction." Washington also acknowledged that increased insurance costs were due to the agency's new bus fleet. He said

Shreveport, LA · 1d

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Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children

BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB) — Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan is giving away 600 bikes and helmets to children in eight cities this holiday season through his 14th annual Gordon Gives Bike Giveaway. Registration is open HERE. Registration deadlines and selection. Registration closes Nov. 29 for Alexandria, Lafayette,...

Louisiana · 2d

1130 AM: The Tiger

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State Fair Of Louisiana's Final Weekend Brings Rides, Fried Treats And A Sunday Salute To Veterans

Final days at the State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport. Great weather, carnival rides, fried treats, and community tradition before Sunday's tribute to area service members.

Shreveport, LA · 10h