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News Summary On April 26, Sudden power outages in Shreveport and Bossier left over 30,000 customers without electricity. Resulting from voltage issues, SWEPCO implemented load...
News Summary Aquanita Turner, a 42-year-old woman from Shreveport, was arrested for threatening a teacher during an event at Huntington High School. The incident unfolded...
News Summary The Hooters restaurant at the Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City has officially closed after 20 years. The closure, announced on April 28, 2025,...
News Summary The 2025 Taco Wars in Shreveport celebrated Latino culture and cuisine with record-breaking attendance, generating over $168,000 for local businesses. This event featured...
News Summary On Saturday, over 30,000 SWEPCO customers in Shreveport and Bossier experienced power outages lasting from 2 to 7 hours. This emergency response was...
News Summary Governor Kathy Hochul unveils a $254 billion budget that introduces significant changes in New York State, including a ban on cellphones in public...
News Summary Mario Bustamante Leiva, a 49-year-old Chilean, has been charged with robbery and identity theft after stealing from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem...
News Summary A major tornado outbreak is expected to impact the Upper Midwest, specifically affecting Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, with high risk warnings issued. Residents...
News Summary A devastating accident on April 28, 2025, in Chatham, Illinois, resulted in the loss of four young lives when a vehicle crashed through...
News Summary The 2025 Shreveport Taco Wars dazzled taco lovers as it showcased local cuisine, music, and cultural festivities. This year, the event attracted record...