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BREAKING NEWS
Increase in Violent Carjacking Incidents in Shreveport
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department has arrested two men, Joshua Pringle and Tidarius Reddix, in connection with separate attempted carjackings. Pringle allegedly assaulted a victim with a firearm during...
Major Crash on I-220 Claims One Life in Shreveport
News Summary A tragic traffic accident on I-220 in Shreveport resulted in one fatality as heavy rainfall contributed to the incident. The crash involved a blue Dodge Ram truck that...
Mother Arrested for Child Neglect in Shreveport
News Summary Cavinitri White of Shreveport faces multiple charges of child neglect after authorities discovered her apartment in unsanitary conditions. Her three young children were placed in custody by the...
Tragic Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Shreveport Man
News Summary A fatal motorcycle crash on Airline Drive in Bossier City resulted in the death of 41-year-old Byron Smith from Shreveport. The incident, involving three vehicles, occurred when Scarlett...
Tragic Shootings Rock Shreveport Over Holiday Weekend
News Summary Shreveport experienced a series of violent shootings over the July 4th weekend, resulting in one death and one severe injury. The first incident involved a woman shot on...
Shreveport Man Arrested for Credit Card Fraud
News Summary Matthew Allen has been arrested by the Shreveport Police Department for allegedly using a stolen business credit card to conduct unauthorized purchases totaling nearly $49,000. Among the fraudulent...
Violence Surges in Shreveport Over the Weekend
News Summary Shreveport witnessed a shocking rise in violence this weekend, with two homicides and an officer-involved shooting shaking the community. In one incident, a 40-year-old woman was shot and...
30-Year-Old Arrested for $49,000 Credit Card Fraud in Shreveport
News Summary Matthew Allen, a 30-year-old man, has been arrested by the Shreveport Police for allegedly using a stolen business credit card to make fraudulent purchases amounting to $49,000. Most...
Shreveport Police Arrest Two in Carjacking Attempts
News Summary Shreveport authorities have arrested two suspects, Joshua Pringle and Tidarius Reddix, in connection to recent attempted carjackings. Pringle was apprehended following an assault during an attempted theft, while...
BUSINESS
Internet Marketing Strategies For Your Shreveport Business
Internet marketing, or digital marketing, uses the internet to promote a product or service. It can include various activities, from creating and managing a website to driving traffic through SEO...
Events/What's Happening
Shreveport Records Surge in Firecracker 5K Participation
News Summary The Firecracker 5K event in Shreveport saw nearly 2,000 participants this year, marking a significant increase. Top finishers included Sergio Mena Marcuello and Cara Sims, both winning $500....
Texas Athletes Shine at Shreveport’s Firecracker 5K
News Summary The Sportspectrum Firecracker 5K in Shreveport saw nearly 2,000 participants this Independence Day. Texas runners dominated, with Sergio Mena Marcuello and Cara Sims taking first place in the...
Shreveport Welcomes New Citizens in Naturalization Ceremony
News Summary A naturalization ceremony in Shreveport celebrated the swearing-in of fifty new U.S. citizens, marking a poignant event during Independence Day festivities. Held at The Strand Theatre, the ceremony...
Shreveport Launches ‘Block by Block’ Initiative to Combat Blight
News Summary Shreveport has launched the ‘Block by Block’ initiative, a program aimed at revitalizing communities by focusing on restoring neglected properties. Mayor Tom Arceneaux emphasizes community involvement, with canvassers...
Shreveport Police Department Issues Firework Guidelines Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department has released important firework guidelines to ensure public safety during the Fourth of July weekend. Fireworks can be discharged from July 1 until July...
Shreveport Begins Decade Countdown to Bicentennial
News Summary Shreveport has launched a decade-long countdown to its Bicentennial, set to celebrate historical milestones, including the signing of the Caddo Treaty. The kickoff event, organized by the Downtown...
Shreveport Celebrates 190 Years Since Caddo Treaty
News Summary Shreveport, Louisiana, commemorates 190 years since the Caddo Treaty was signed in 1835, acknowledging the city’s indigenous heritage. A celebration, organized by the Downtown Development Association, recognized local...
Shreveport Kicks Off Bicentennial Countdown with Ceremony
News Summary Shreveport has officially begun its countdown to the 2035 bicentennial with a ceremony attended by city leaders and the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. The event highlights significant...
State Fair of Louisiana Announced for Fall 2025
News Summary The State Fair of Louisiana will be held from October 30 to November 16, 2025, at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport. This event features live entertainment, competitions,...
CRIME
Increase in Violent Carjacking Incidents in Shreveport
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department has arrested two men, Joshua Pringle and Tidarius Reddix, in connection with separate attempted carjackings. Pringle allegedly assaulted a victim with a firearm during...
Mother Arrested for Child Neglect in Shreveport
News Summary Cavinitri White of Shreveport faces multiple charges of child neglect after authorities discovered her apartment in unsanitary conditions. Her three young children were placed in custody by the...
Tragic Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Shreveport Man
News Summary A fatal motorcycle crash on Airline Drive in Bossier City resulted in the death of 41-year-old Byron Smith from Shreveport. The incident, involving three vehicles, occurred when Scarlett...
Tragic Shootings Rock Shreveport Over Holiday Weekend
News Summary Shreveport experienced a series of violent shootings over the July 4th weekend, resulting in one death and one severe injury. The first incident involved a woman shot on...
Shreveport Man Arrested for Credit Card Fraud
News Summary Matthew Allen has been arrested by the Shreveport Police Department for allegedly using a stolen business credit card to conduct unauthorized purchases totaling nearly $49,000. Among the fraudulent...
Violence Surges in Shreveport Over the Weekend
News Summary Shreveport witnessed a shocking rise in violence this weekend, with two homicides and an officer-involved shooting shaking the community. In one incident, a 40-year-old woman was shot and...
30-Year-Old Arrested for $49,000 Credit Card Fraud in Shreveport
News Summary Matthew Allen, a 30-year-old man, has been arrested by the Shreveport Police for allegedly using a stolen business credit card to make fraudulent purchases amounting to $49,000. Most...
Shreveport Police Arrest Two in Carjacking Attempts
News Summary Shreveport authorities have arrested two suspects, Joshua Pringle and Tidarius Reddix, in connection to recent attempted carjackings. Pringle was apprehended following an assault during an attempted theft, while...
Violent Weekend in Shreveport: Two Shootings Result in Death
News Summary Shreveport witnessed a violent weekend with two separate shootings, resulting in one woman’s death and multiple serious injuries. The incidents highlight a worrying trend of escalating gun violence...
POLITICS
Tragic Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Shreveport Man
News Summary A fatal motorcycle crash on Airline Drive in Bossier City resulted in the death of 41-year-old Byron Smith from Shreveport. The incident, involving three vehicles, occurred when Scarlett...
Domestic Shooting in Haynesville Leaves One Dead
News Summary A tragic domestic shooting incident in Haynesville resulted in the death of 48-year-old Rochelle Lewis, with her estranged husband, Shamarcus, critically injured. The situation escalated after the shooting,...
Shreveport Man Arrested for Theft and Fraud Involving Adult Content Subscriptions
News Summary Matthew Allen has been arrested by the Shreveport Police for theft and access device fraud, allegedly using a business credit card for nearly $7,000 in unauthorized charges on...
Shreveport City Marshal Deputy Arrested for DWI
News Summary Derrek Allen Brown, a 52-year-old Shreveport City Marshal Deputy, was arrested for driving while intoxicated over the weekend. His arrest is part of a significant crackdown by the...
Investigation Launched into Caddo Parish Commission
News Summary The Louisiana Attorney General has opened an investigation regarding the Caddo Parish Commission’s compliance with the Open Meetings Law during Senator Bernie Sanders’ recent visit. The probe will...
Shreveport Sees Improvement in Homicides and Shootings
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department reports a significant decline in both homicides and shootings, coinciding with increased gun seizures. This year, SPD has confiscated 500 firearms, contributing to a...
Community Forum Addresses Challenges in Downtown Shreveport
News Summary A town hall meeting in Shreveport focused on issues such as crime reduction, homelessness, and property vacancies. Local leaders discussed safety measures and community collaboration to revitalize the...
Shreveport Police Seek Help to Locate Runaway Teen
News Summary The Shreveport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in finding 17-year-old Jacaila Lewis, who went missing after boarding a bus to Columbus, Georgia. Authorities describe her as...
LSU President William Tate IV to Depart for Rutgers University
News Summary LSU President William Tate IV has announced his resignation, effective May 2025, as he takes on the presidency at Rutgers University. A national search for his successor is...
SPORTS
LSU-Shreveport Baseball Team Makes History by Advancing to World Series
News Summary The LSU-Shreveport baseball team has achieved a historic milestone by winning the NAIA Baseball Opening Round tournament, advancing to the NAIA World Series for the first time. This...
Local Athlete Deron Maxwell Arrested After Nightclub Incident
News Summary Deron Maxwell, a local athlete from Shreveport, was arrested after a confrontation with police at a downtown nightclub. The incident began when Maxwell attempted to enter through a...
Shreveport Rouxgaroux Player Arrested After Nightclub Incident
News Summary In a shocking turn of events, Deron Maxwell, a star player for the Shreveport Rouxgaroux basketball team, was arrested at a nightclub disturbance. The incident escalated quickly, involving...
Shreveport Rouxgaroux Achieve Historic First Win in Arena League
News Summary On March 22, 2025, the Shreveport Rouxgaroux celebrated their first-ever victory in the National Arena League, defeating the Wheeling Miners with a score of 20-13. Fans at the...
Army Dominates Louisiana Tech at Independence Bowl
News Summary In a thrilling matchup at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, Louisiana, Army showcased their prowess by defeating Louisiana Tech 27-6 in the Independence Bowl. With a remarkable 321 rushing...
Shreveport-Bossier’s Vibrant Sports Film History
News Summary Shreveport-Bossier has established itself as a notable locale for sports films, featuring hits like ‘The Guardian’ and ‘Ruffian’. This article dives into the blockbusters filmed in the area...
Army Football Achieves Historic Victory in Independence Bowl
News Summary The Army West Point football team celebrated a historic victory over Louisiana Tech in the Independence Bowl, clinching their 12th win of the season. This milestone marks the...
Shreveport Celebrates Army Football’s Record-Breaking Victory
News Summary On December 28, 2024, Shreveport, Louisiana, erupted in celebration as Army football clinched a historic 27-6 victory over Louisiana Tech in the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl. This monumental...
Shreveport Officer Takes on College Football Officiating
News Summary Cpl. Chris Bordelon, a Shreveport Police Department officer, is making waves in the college football officiating scene. Recently officiating a major game between Stanford and California, Bordelon’s journey...
