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Traffic shift begins on U.S. 165 in Morehouse Parish as overpass project advances
MOREHOUSE PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) issued an update Tuesday, July 21, 2026, regarding ongoing construction work on U.S. Highway 165 near Bonita. According to DOTD, motorists traveling south on U.S. 165 from Bonita will be shifted onto the newly aligned roadway beginning Tuesday, July 21. Drivers traveling […]
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Construction begins on $3.9 million I-20 improvement project in Richland and Madison Parishes
RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has begun a major roadway improvement project along Interstate 20 in Richland and Madison parishes. According to LADOTD, work began Monday, July 20, 2026, as part of the I-20 Richland-Madison Overlay at Bridges Project, a $3.87 million construction effort aimed at improving portions […]
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Work continues on LA 544 Tech Drive overpass replacement project in Ruston
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Progress continues on the replacement of the LA 544 (Tech Drive/Cooktown Road) overpass in Ruston, according to a project update released Monday, July 20, 2026. Construction crews are currently building a retaining wall that will help support the new bridge structure and stabilize the surrounding roadway. Workers are also continuing foundation […]
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Multi-vehicle crash causes traffic delay on I-20 westbound & eastbound near 5th street in West Monroe
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Traffic conditions on Interstate 20 in West Monroe have worsened following multiple crashes near the 5th Street area, creating significant congestion in both directions of travel. Authorities reported that two additional accidents have occurred on I-20 eastbound near 5th Street. Meanwhile, the original multi-vehicle crash on the westbound side of […]
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City of Monroe making repairs to Central Avenue railroad crossing
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of Monroe will be making some repairs to the Central Avenue railroad crossing on Thursday. The maintenance is part of a slew of repairs of railroad crossings across the city. “You’ve seen other repairs throughout the city at rail crossings. ”This one is the...
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DOTD announces reopening of LA 3281 in Farmerville; intermittent lane closures planned through August 31
UNION PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Thursday, July 16, 2026, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that LA 3281 in Farmerville is now open to all through traffic. DOTD officials advise that LA 3281 will be subject to intermittent lane closures through Monday, Aug. 31, 2026. The closures are necessary to allow […]
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Nighttime lane closures scheduled to continue on I-20 Eastbound Ouachita River Bridge in Monroe as crews resume weekend drainage work
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), there will be an outside (right-side) nighttime lane closure on the I-20 eastbound bridge over the Ouachita River in Monroe, La., on the nights of Friday, July 17, 2026, and Saturday, July 18, 2026. Lane closures are scheduled to take place […]
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LA 540 bridge reopens in Homer following replacement project
Good news for motorists in Claiborne Parish: the LA 540 bridge on Edgewood Drive in the Town of Homer has officially reopened to traffic following the completion of a major infrastructure improvement project. Town officials announced that the bridge has been replaced with new box culverts, allowing the roadway to...
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Fuel spill closes eastbound exit ramp at Downing Pines; Mane Street also shut down
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - A fuel spill has closed the eastbound exit ramp at Downing Pines, officials said. Mane Street is also closed from the Fairfield Inn to The Ike. Officials said there is no immediate danger to the public. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and city crews...
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Union Parish road closure on LA 348 rescheduled for late July
UNION PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the closure of LA 348 has been rescheduled to Monday, July 20, through Friday, July 24, 2026. The work is part of a project to remove and replace existing cross drains along the roadway. The closure will affect a section […]
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Portion of Martin Luther King Drive closed in Winnfield for construction
WINNFIELD, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The City of Winnfield has temporarily closed a portion of Martin Luther King Drive at the intersection of Robinson Street due to ongoing work in the area on Friday, July 10, 2026. According to a notice from the city, the closure is in effect for all traffic while crews complete necessary […]
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I-20 repair project in Lincoln Parish nearing completion, lane closures continue according to LA DOTD
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced Wednesday, July 8, 2026, that work continues on a $17.9 million project to repair and resurface a section of Interstate 20 in Lincoln Parish. According to DOTD, 12-foot width restrictions remain in place as part of ongoing lane closures along I-20 from the […]
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Delays to come on LA 544 as overpass replacement brings lane closures
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) — Construction is still in full swing and will be for a great way as The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is continuing to work on the LA 544 (Tech Drive) Overpass Replacement project in Ruston, with lane closures scheduled through Friday. Beginning Tuesday,...
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Highway 80 turn lane project continues in Richland Parish
RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Construction is continuing on a Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development roadway improvement project along U.S. Highway 80 in Richland Parish, according to an update issued Tuesday. The project is located approximately 1.1 miles west of the intersection of LA 583 and includes construction of a dedicated right-turn lane serving […]
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East Richland Water System issuing boil advisory for area roads
RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The East Richland Water System is issuing a boil advisory for customers on Speirs Road, Stout Lane, and Leggins Road. During the boil advisory, customers should boil water for one full minute before using it. When the boil advisory is lifted, KTVE/KARD will give an update.
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LA 540 bridge in Claiborne Parish reopened
HOMER, LA -- The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that the LA 540 bridge over an unnamed waterway in the Town of Homer in Claiborne Parish has been reopened to traffic following its replacement with box culverts. The $703,278 project involved the removal of the old bridge, which...
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Overnight lane closures scheduled on I-20 Ouachita River Bridge July 10-11
MONROE/ WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Motorists traveling between Monroe and West Monroe should expect nighttime lane closures on Interstate 20 this weekend as crews perform routine maintenance on the Ouachita River Bridge, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. DOTD announced that the outside westbound lane on the elevated section of I-20 […]
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I-20 Mississippi River Bridge construction causes traffic backup
LDOTD says crews are repairing the bridge’s finger joints and will only close one lane at a time; an 11-foot width restriction starts Saturday, July 11 for about six weeks, and the project is expected to wrap up by October 2026, weather permitting.
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Good Hope Road bridge in West Monroe to close for three weeks for repairs
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) –Ouachita Parish Public Works is advising motorists of an upcoming road closure in West Monroe. According to officials, Good Hope Road will be closed to all through traffic at the bridge beginning Monday, July 6, 2026. The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately three weeks while work is […]
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Tech Drive overpass project prompts lane closures on I-20 and LA 544 in Ruston
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Motorists traveling through Ruston this week should expect lane closures on Interstate 20 and Louisiana Highway 544 as work continues on the Tech Drive overpass replacement project. According to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), nighttime lane closures will take place on westbound Interstate 20 beginning Tuesday, July 7, […]