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More liens filed, new permit needed for Shreveport’s East 70th Street Hotel

The large parking lot surrounding the hotel construction site at 1419 E. 70th Street was empty on Nov. 3. Lights could be seen in parts of the building as wind picked up and the rain began to fall. Large openings on the north and west walls mean the interior of the building is exposed to the elements.

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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 · 2d

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Fatal Stabbing in Shreveport Lead to Arrest of the Victim's Brother

Shreveport Police have arrested a man, on a charge of Second Degree Murder following the fatal stabbing of his sister.

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This seafood restaurant in Shreveport has more than just delicious fried catfish

I had the best chicken-fried chicken recently at this almost 25-year old family-owned seafood restaurant in Shreveport. Johnny’s Catfish and Seafood originally opened in 2002 and has been operated by the Covingtons since 2014, according to the website. Johnny's is a very casual place with friendly servers, known for...

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Bossier Parish Police Jury approves road improvement agreement with Haughton

The Bossier Parish Police Jury approved a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Town of Haughton on Wednesday, Nov. 4, allowing the parish to provide labor and equipment for road patching and asphalt overlay work while the town covers material costs. The agreement continues a cooperative approach to municipal road maintenance...

Haughton, LA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Shreveport woman arrested for DWI after crash seriously injures 2-year-old child

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The following information was provided by the Shreveport Police Department:. Shreveport police have arrested a woman accused of driving drunk and speeding during an early September crash that seriously injured her 2-year-old child. Tonnetta Johnson faces eight charges, including first-degree vehicular negligent injuring and multiple traffic...

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This 10-year old Shreveport shop creates chocolate-covered items, serves comfort food lunch

This chocolate-and-more shop recently celebrated 10 years in Sunset Hills. The Chocolate Pineapple, opened in 2016 and owned by LaJuana Salone, uses premium milk and white chocolate to make a variety of treats like chocolate-covered fruits and cookies. I visited the shop for the first time to try a sampling...

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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...

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Huntington High School receives $415,000 donation from DNA Vibe

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Huntington High School is set to host a donation presentation Thursday celebrating a major investment in student health and wellness. The school is receiving more than $415,000 worth of recovery and wellness products from DNA Vibe, a sports medicine technology company. The company’s wearable devices utilize...

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Shreveport police charge man with aggravated battery after Linwood Avenue stabbing

Shreveport police charged a 55-year-old man with aggravated battery following an early morning stabbing, according to the Shreveport Police Department.

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Hugo Holland wins Caddo Parish district judge seat in close race

SHREVEPORT, La. — Former prosecutor Hugo Holland has been elected as a Caddo Parish District judge, overcoming a slim margin to defeat candidate Treneshia Jackson Hill. Final vote tallies confirmed Holland secured the seat by a margin of 700 votes. The campaign for the judicial position saw scrutiny regarding...

Caddo Parish, LA · 2d

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Santa Arrives Early in Bossier City for the Opening of a Luxury Christmas Boutique

Pink nutcrackers, carnival themes, and pure holiday extravagance: Step inside Bossier City’s newest luxury Christmas boutique.

Bossier City, LA · 1d

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Shreveport City Council District race results are in!

Shreveport City Council race results are in for Districts A, B, C, E, F, and G!

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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.

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What's Happening: November 6 - 8

SHREVEPORT, La. - It's another weekend full of events in the ArkLaTex. State Fair of Louisiana (Second Weekend) Details: Enjoy classic fair food, rides, livestock exhibits, and live musical acts across the weekend—including performances by Mini Kiss (Friday), Luster Baker, Vickie Baker, and Avail Hollywood (Saturday), and Noah Grant (Sunday).

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Shreveport Police seek man linked to death of Reginald Pierre Savannah

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Shreveport Police Department (SPD) is seeking the public's help in locating a person of interest from an October homicide. On Oct. 23, Reginald Pierre Savannah, 21, was killed in the area of Caldwell Street and Freddie Street. Detectives believe Adrian Thomas, 20, may have information regarding the homicide or possible involvement in the incident.

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Longtime burglar ‘Iceman’ arrested by Shreveport Police

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Shreveport Police arrested a man in connection with vehicle burglaries at a business in the 1500 block of North Hearne Avenue. On Oct. 22, at approximately 8:24 p.m., officers responded after an alarm monitoring company reported a man entering company trucks before leaving on a bicycle. Officers located the suspect nearby in the 1600 block of North Hearne Avenue.

Shreveport, LA · 17h

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Shreveport councilman Alan Jackson reelected while hospitalized

Shreveport City Councilman Dr. Alan Jackson was reelected Tuesday from a hospital bed, days after a medical emergency at his home.

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