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Marking National First Responders Day with a complimentary meal

Louisiana Downs Racetrack and Casino will honor the men and women who protect and serve our communities with a free meal on Monday from 12 p.m.

St. John's 'Great River Road' a step closer to national landmark status. Report stresses Black history.

Environmental activists and preservationists have lauded the move toward landmark designation as a way to protect the area, while some politicians and business leaders have seen it as a blow to economic development.

Louisiana Supreme Court throws out law that lets lawyer-legislators push back court dates

Critics argue the law, which was declared unconstitutional, allows legislators to gum up lawsuits and delay justice.

Byrd’s Collin Deere tops Week 7 Shreveport Times Football Athlete of the Week voting

Byrd fullback rolls up more than 36,000 votes to win the Shreveport Times recognition sponsored by Raising Cane's and the SBSC

Shreveport pollster sees blow out in the presidential election

All the polls — but one out of Shreveport — seem to say that the presidential race between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican President Donald

How did a Louisiana serial killer inspire the original 'Scream' movie?

In December of 1996, Wes Craven's "Scream" made its silver screen debut and revitalized the slasher film genre. This now-iconic piece of cinematic history was greatly inspired by a drifter in Florida who murdered five college students over the course of three days in August of 1990. The drifter? Shreveport native Danny Rolling.

LSU President Tate surveys Louisiana's needs, promotes Scholarship First agenda on bus tour

LSU President William F. Tate IV embarked on a four-day whirlwind tour across Louisiana last week, connecting with communities and showcasing LSU's dedication to the state's future.

Shreveport, Louisiana, downgraded by Moody's

Shreveport, Louisiana, was downgraded to Baa2 from Baa1 Wednesday by Moody's Ratings. The agency maintains a negative outlook on the rating.

Top Shreveport-Bossier high school football games in Week 8 — and predictions

Can Benton upset Byrd or Captain Shreve hand Parkway its second loss? Those are among games where we're predicting winners

Baton Rouge joins the challenge to leave a legacy through letters

Learn how to write a letter that will change your family's life. A movement has started in Baton Rouge that will strengthen communities.

Early voting in the ArkLaTex at a glance

SHREVEPORT, La. - Early voting continues across the ArkLaTex. Louisiana voters began the process last Friday, while Texas and Arkansas voters started casting ballots early on Monday. Oklahoma resident

In Louisiana, Taylor Swift's concert temporarily changed some early voting sites

The temporary alternative voting site for certain precincts in Orleans Parish is to help voters avoid the heavy traffic and crowds from Taylor Swift's Eras Tour

Shreveport Little Theatre presents 'Steel Magnolias'

SHREVEPORT, La. - Tickets are going fast for the production of Steel Magnolias at Shreveport Little Theatre. Two of the actresses starring in the play stopped by KTBS to tell us more about the show and what fans can expect. The play is a comedy-drama about the bond among a group of Southern women in northwest Louisiana.

Who has the longest NBA career? Top 10 longest-playing NBA stars

Who has the longest NBA career? The NBA has seen many exceptional players grace its courts, but only a few have had lengthy careers. Discover who they are here.

Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law on trial: Here’s why

Republican Gov. Jeff Landry, who signed House Bill 71 by Republican Haughton Rep. Dodie Horton into law, noted that the Ten Commandments are displayed at the U.S. Supreme Court. "The attorney general has the full support of the governor's office in implementing this law," Landry said.

American Athletic Conference team to play in 2024 Independence Bowl

A team from the American Athletic Conference (AAC) will play in the 2024 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl, it was announced Monday.

Proposed sites identified for Shreveport Police Department relocation

Mayor Tom Arceneaux announced Friday that five sites have been identified as prime sites for the upcoming relocation of Shreveport Police Department employees from their current offices at 1234 Texas Avenue. Three sites have been identified to relocate Patrol Division employees, according to a news release from Arceneaux's office.

Where do Mike Johnson’s conservative politics come from? Look to his Louisiana district.

When Mike Johnson first ascended to become U.S. House speaker, his profile was so low that senators and foreign dignitaries had to turn to Google to figure out who he was.

Second man charged with killing Rochester Hills man in home denied bond

Joshua Zuazo was denied bond after being accused of posing as a utility worker and being charged with murder in death of a Rochester Hills man.

Hundreds enjoy a day of food, prizes & fun at 2024 Heroes BBQ Cook-Off

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - On Friday (Oct. 18), the North Shreveport Business Association held its annual Heroes BBQ Cook-Off. The event was held at Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College‘s (NLTCC) Shreveport campus on N Market Street. This is the 20th year the cook-off has been going on.

Shreveport mayor announces proposed sites for SPD relocation

Five sites have been identified as prime sites for the upcoming relocation of Shreveport Police Department employees from their current offices at 1234 Texas Avenue, Mayor Tom

Shreveport-Bossier hospitals to participate in a mass casualty exercise

A mass casualty incident exercise will be conducted by Shreveport and Bossier City hospitals to better prepare them for a possible disaster response.

As Gregg, other area counties enact burn bans, winter outlook remains dry, windy

East Texans can expect to endure a warmer, drier winter, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Winter Weather Outlook.

Local non-profit creates international community growth

SHREVEPORT, La. - Community Renewal International has worked to revitalize impoverished neighborhoods in Shreveport-Bossier for 30 years. The cities have served as a demonstration city to spark change

Which Shreveport-Bossier restaurants landed on Yelp's 100 most popular in Louisiana?

Yelp releases list of 100 most popular Louisiana restaurants for month of October. Find out which Shreveport-Bossier spots made the list.

Redistricting, campaign contributions, and California’s role in emissions regulation

The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. On Monday’s order list, the Supreme Court didn’t do much to clear out the relisted cases.

Second suspect charged in slaying of Rochester Hills man

The suspect was apprehended Monday in Plymouth Township and held in the death of Hussein Murray, 72, in his home.

Bond Commission approves $75M in funding for state office building in Shreveport

The State Bond Commission on Thursday approved $75 million in lease revenue bonds for the development of the new Northwest Louisiana State Office Building in downtown Shreveport.

Jeff Landry names members to Regents and UL System boards, Louisiana State Police Commission

K. Samer Shamieh, a spine surgeon, Robert Salim, a trial attorney, and James Kowalski, a retired Air Force lieutenant general, were appointed to various boards by Gov. Jeff Landry.

Top Shreveport-Bossier high school football games in Week 7 — and predictions

Can Evangel get past Benton and Byrd top NCHS? Can Parkway beat Huntington and Calvary defeat Union Parish on the road? Here's our predictions

Where to early vote in NWLA

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Early voting for the Nov. 5 election begins in Louisiana on Friday, Oct. 18! Polling locations for early voting is limited and may not be your usual voting location. Early voters will be able to hit the polls Monday - Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Save the date: Unity Walk against bullying in Shreveport

The event will include motivational speakers, resources, and a walk with conversations on preventing bullying.

Burn bans across the ArkLaTex; Webster added

Webster Parish joined the list Wednesday. Bossier, DeSoto and Natchitoches parishes declared burn bans Tuesday.

Shreveport suspect arrested in connection with sex crime involving child

SHREVEPORT, La. - Police have arrested one of three men wanted for allegedly sexually abusing children in separate instances. Willie Bryant, 67, is behind bars accused of one count of indecent behavior with juveniles and one count of sexual battery.

Her young son was found dead in a suitcase. How’d she go from mother to mystic to alleged killer?

How did Dejaune Anderson go from a loving mother to being accused of killing her infant son? After running off with Cairo, she got into mysticism and joined an apprenticeship program, according to her former friends.

Louisiana Association for the Blind asks for public support on National White Cane Awareness Day

Louisiana Association for the Blind will join others around the country on Oct. 15 to honor an important tool for people who are blind or visually impaired.

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