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City shuts off water at Sanctuary Apartments over unpaid utility bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport shut off water to the Sanctuary Apartments after the complex's ownership group failed to pay its utility bill, leaving dozens of families without running water. Residents say they paid rent to live there and are now being displaced. Residents describe shock A resident who asked to stay anonymous described the moment she learned her water would be shut off. “I was really terrified.
City shuts off water at Sanctuary Apartments over unpaid utility bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport shut off water to the Sanctuary Apartments after the complex’s ownership group failed to pay its utility bill, leaving dozens of families without running water. Residents say they paid rent to live there and are now being displaced. Residents describe shock A resident who asked to stay anonymous described the moment she learned her water would be shut off. “I was really terrified.
Amazon builds workforce pipeline alongside data center construction in Caddo, Bossier parishes
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Construction is progressing on Amazon data centers in Caddo and Bossier parishes, and the company says it is also focused on building a workforce to support the facilities. KSLA’s Marvin Andrade spoke one-on-one with Amazon Web Services Vice President of Economic Development Roger Wehner about the company’s workforce plans. Construction progress Progress is visible along Stateline Road in Caddo Parish and in Bossier Parish, about 40 minutes away.
Shreveport apartment faces Oct. 15 water shutoff over outstanding bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) -A Shreveport apartment complex is set to have its water shut off following a notice from the city’s water department. A resident at the Sanctuary at Shreveport apartment complex on Valley View Drive shared a notice stating water service will be disconnected Oct. 15 due to an outstanding utility account. KSLA News 12 reached out to the City of Shreveport Department of Water & Sewerage, which confirmed it sent the notice to residents.
Red River Revel marks 50th anniversary with opening day in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport's Red River Revel celebrated its 50th anniversary with opening day events downtown. Art, food and music took center stage as the festival marked the milestone. Vendors call it personal For vendors, the event is more than a paycheck. “We love seeing people come out to see us, and we always appreciate it.
Red River Revel marks 50th anniversary with opening day in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport’s Red River Revel celebrated its 50th anniversary with opening day events downtown. Art, food and music took center stage as the festival marked the milestone. Vendors call it personal For vendors, the event is more than a paycheck. “We love seeing people come out to see us, and we always appreciate it.
Community gets hands-on look at first responders during National Night Out in Marshall
MARSHALL, Texas (KSLA) - People gathered at the Marshall Convention Center to celebrate National Night Out, an annual event that included police and city leaders. The event featured K9 demonstrations, police motorcycles and firefighters, giving the community a hands-on look at the people who protect them. One attendee said seeing the demonstrations up close was special. “It’s really exciting to see how incredibly responsive the dog is to the police handler, ... the pet doggies,” the attendee said.
New electrical construction program at Texas State Technical College fills up fast as demand for trades grows
MARSHALL, Texas (KSLA) - Enrollment in a new electrical construction program at Texas State Technical College is skyrocketing, with instructors pointing to better pay and job security in the age of AI. The one-year program teaches students to wire houses. Normally, graduates would have to wait two years before taking their residential wireman's test — but not anymore.
No arrests made in Sept. 29 school bus crash; tickets issued Original
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - No arrests have been made in connection with the Sept. 29 crash involving Caddo Parish school bus 699, according to the Shreveport Police Department. Police say the driver of the car that hit the bus was ticketed for stop sign violations. The crash happened after police say the car ran a stop sign and hit the bus, which had 58 people on board. Twenty-one people — 19 children and two adults, the bus driver and the car driver — were taken to hospitals that morning.
New electrical construction program at Texas State Technical College fills up fast as demand for trades grows
MARSHALL, Texas (KSLA) - Enrollment in a new electrical construction program at Texas State Technical College is skyrocketing, with instructors pointing to better pay and job security in the age of AI. The one-year program teaches students to wire houses. Normally, graduates would have to wait two years before taking their journeyman wireman’s test — but not anymore.
Shreveport unveils 2027 budget plan with pay raises for police, fire, CDL drivers
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport city leaders unveiled a multi-million dollar budget plan Thursday that includes pay raises for police officers, firefighters, and CDL drivers. Police and firefighters are slated for a pay increase of more than 8%. “That really accounts for most of the increase in the budget. The budget is 1.8 percent more than 2026, and most of that is reflected in the additional compensation for police and fire,” said Mayor Tom Arceneaux, City of Shreveport.
Shreveport unveils 2027 budget plan with pay raises for police, fire, CDL drivers
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport city leaders unveiled a multi-million dollar budget plan Thursday that includes pay raises for police officers, firefighters, and CDL drivers. Police and firefighters are slated for a pay increase of more than 8%. “That really accounts for most of the increase in the budget. The budget is 1.8 percent more than 2026, and most of that is reflected in the additional compensation for police and fire,” said Mayor Tom Arceneaux, City of Shreveport.
Shreveport launches coordinated response model to support domestic violence survivors
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Advocates, law enforcement and community leaders filled the rotunda of the Shreveport Convention Center Thursday morning. Organizers said the moment has been building since April 19 , the day Shamar Elkins shot and killed eight children, seven of them his own. The mass shooting shook the nation.
Shreveport launches coordinated response model to support domestic violence survivors
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Advocates, law enforcement and community leaders filled the rotunda of the Shreveport Convention Center Thursday morning. Organizers said the moment has been building since April 19, the day Shamar Elkins shot and killed eight children, seven of them his own. The mass shooting shook the nation.
City, DDA partner on ‘Operation: See, Sign & Secure’ to strengthen Downtown Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A new collaborative initiative aimed at strengthening downtown Shreveport officially launched Wednesday morning. Cedric Glover, Executive Director of the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority, speaks during a news conference launching "Operation: See, Sign & Secure" on Texas Street in downtown Shreveport on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. Officials announced the kickoff of “Operation: See, Sign & Secure” at 10 a.m. in the 400 block of Texas Street.
New crime task force forms in northwest Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A new task force made up of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies has formed to target violent crime and drug trafficking in northwest Louisiana. The task force, called the Gator Task Force, aims to pool resources, arrest violent fugitives and dismantle gangs across the region, according to the task force.
Broadmoor STEM Academy students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Hispanic students at Broadmoor STEM Academy displayed flags representing their heritage and shared their culture with classmates as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. One student said showing off her heritage felt good. Another student said sharing cultural differences gives a wider range of knowledge and a different perspective. Students describe adjusting to a new culture Some Hispanic students said feeling included has not always been easy.
AT&T, MLK association open connected learning center in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Martin Luther King Neighborhood Association and AT&T are partnering to help residents get online and learn technology skills through a new Connected Learning Center in Shreveport. The center opened with a $50,000 donation from AT&T. What the center offers The center will offer free Dell computers and high-speed AT&T internet access. Volunteers will also be on-site to help people navigate digital systems, from job applications to online forms.
Wells family speaks out as hope grows for son's release from China
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - An ArkLaTex family says they are one step closer to bringing their son home from China after more than a decade fighting for his release from a Chinese prison. The Wells family believes this week's meeting between President Trump and China's president could finally bring Nelson Wells Jr. home. A decade-long fight For more than 10 years, the Wells family has fought to free their son. Nelson Wells Jr. was accused of trying to smuggle drugs into China.
Wells family speaks out as hope grows for son’s release from China
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - An ArkLaTex family says they are one step closer to bringing their son home from China after more than a decade fighting for his release from a Chinese prison. The Wells family believes this week’s meeting between President Trump and China’s president could finally bring Nelson Wells Jr. home. A decade-long fight For more than 10 years, the Wells family has fought to free their son. Nelson Wells Jr. was accused of trying to smuggle drugs into China.
Shreveport officer, first responders honored at banquet
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport Police Lt. Susan Mendels was shot while responding to a fight call in downtown Shreveport. She said the difficult moments are worth it because of who she is protecting. “I just like going out, meeting folks. Unfortunately, some situations are awful. At that moment, when everything calms down, hopefully we can try to make it less painful, or less awful, for them,” Mendels said.
Shreveport officer, first responders honored at banquet
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport Police Lt. Susan Mendels was shot while responding to a fight call in downtown Shreveport. She said the difficult moments are worth it because of who she is protecting. “I just like going out, meeting folks. Unfortunately, some situations are awful. At that moment, when everything calms down, hopefully we can try to make it less painful, or less awful, for them,” Mendels said.
Caddo DA addresses case history of escaped murder suspect Tre'Veon Jackson
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - As the search continues for escaped murder suspect Tre'Veon Jackson, the Caddo Parish District Attorney's Office is addressing questions regarding his criminal history and pending cases in the court system. Jackson, 24, escaped from the custody of a Caddo Parish Sheriff's deputy Monday night outside Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport while being transported back to the Caddo Correctional Center.
Caddo DA addresses case history of escaped murder suspect Tre’Veon Jackson
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - As the search continues for escaped murder suspect Tre’Veon Jackson, the Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office is addressing questions regarding his criminal history and pending cases in the court system. Jackson, 24, escaped from the custody of a Caddo Parish Sheriff’s deputy Monday night outside Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport while being transported back to the Caddo Correctional Center.
Shreveport mayor says gunshot detection isn't the answer to crime
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting at a Shell gas station over the weekend. Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux says gunshot detection technology would not have made a difference in that shooting and is not worth the cost. The mayor says that to stop crime, the city needs to know where a crime will happen before it starts, and he does not believe gunshot detection can do that. “It tells you where gunshots were.
Shreveport mayor says gunshot detection isn’t the answer to crime
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting at a Shell gas station over the weekend. Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux says gunshot detection technology would not have made a difference in that shooting and is not worth the cost. The mayor says that to stop crime, the city needs to know where a crime will happen before it starts, and he does not believe gunshot detection can do that. “It tells you where gunshots were.
LSU Shreveport marks Barksdale’s role in 9/11 history
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Twenty-five years ago, Barksdale Air Force Base became part of one of the darkest days in American history. Then-President George Bush flew to the base after visiting a Florida elementary school that morning. From there, he gave his first formal address to the nation after the attack. LSU Shreveport marked that day, showing the role Barksdale played during the attack.
Shreveport council says garbage worker pay raise isn’t enough
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - For council leaders, picking up trash isn’t just about appearance. Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor said it’s a public health issue too. “What is going to happen is now if residents are not able to flush their toilets or your not picking up their trash we’re going to have more of a public health issue than you can ever imagine,” Taylor said.
Shreveport, Bossier City team up for waterways cleanup Saturday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport and Bossier City leaders are asking residents to help clean up waterways across Caddo and Bossier parishes this Saturday. Shreveport Green and Keep Bossier Beautiful are teaming up to clear litter from local waterways as part of the “Love Our Waterways Caddo-Bossier Cleanup Kickoff.” Organizers say the river connects both cities Only one river separates Shreveport and Bossier City, according to Shreveport Green.
Shreveport, Bossier City team up for waterways cleanup Saturday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport and Bossier City leaders are asking residents to help clean up waterways across Caddo and Bossier parishes this Saturday. Shreveport Green and Keep Bossier Beautiful are teaming up to clear litter from local waterways as part of the “Love Our Waterways Caddo-Bossier Cleanup Kickoff.” Organizers say the river connects both cities Only one river separates Shreveport and Bossier City, according to Shreveport Green.
Community remembers woman killed in Shreveport hit-and-run
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office has identified the victim killed in a fatal crash Monday in the Eden Garden neighborhood as 70-year-old Estelle Ford. Neighbors are sharing memories of Ford following the crash near the corner of Gideon Street and Turner Street. Neighbors describe hit-and-run as first of its kind Jermel Williams has lived in the Eden Garden neighborhood for a few years. He said Monday’s crash is the first hit-and-run he has witnessed in the neighborhood.
Wiener dog charity races raise money for Bossier City animal rescues Original
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Dog owners gathered at Louisiana Downs for the annual wiener dog charity races, an event organizers say draws the community together for a cause that goes beyond competition. Kyle Duke, Bean’s owner, said the event’s atmosphere keeps people coming back. “It’s just the atmosphere — all the people, all the little kids. They like to see the dogs run, everyone wants to pet them, and you have a good time,” Duke said.
Shreveport launches website to identify who maintains local streets
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport has launched a new website that allows residents to look up which entity is responsible for maintaining a specific street. The tool, called Shreveport Streets, lets users type in an address to instantly see who oversees that road. Mayor Tom Arceneaux said the website is meant to provide accountability in addition to convenience. “It allows you to go ahead and report that pothole right from the screen, which is pretty cool.
AAA urges drivers to prepare vehicles, budget for higher gas prices ahead of Labor Day weekend
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Labor Day weekend is almost here, and AAA says most people will not travel far this holiday. For those who do, AAA is urging drivers to prepare before hitting the road. At the corner of Line Avenue and Pierremont Road, only a couple of drivers indicated they plan to travel this Labor Day weekend. Vehicle checks urged before travel For those traveling this Labor Day weekend, AAA wants drivers to prepare their cars ahead of time.
AAA urges drivers to prepare vehicles, budget for higher gas prices ahead of Labor Day weekend
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Labor Day weekend is almost here, and AAA says most people will not travel far this holiday. For those who do, AAA is urging drivers to prepare before hitting the road. At the corner of Line Avenue and Pierremont Road, only a couple of drivers indicated they plan to travel this Labor Day weekend. Vehicle checks urged before travel For those traveling this Labor Day weekend, AAA wants drivers to prepare their cars ahead of time.
Christus Health donates more than $300,000 to Texarkana nonprofits
TEXARKANA, Texas — Christus Health donated more than $300,000 to five Texarkana nonprofits they say share their mission of improving the health and well-being of the region. Christus Health said they work every day to help heal people who are hurt or sick, and that nonprofits across the region do similar work for people in need. The hospital said that is why they chose to honor five nonprofits with a donation.
Christus Health donates more than $300,000 to Texarkana nonprofits
TEXARKANA, Texas — Christus Health donated more than $300,000 to five Texarkana nonprofits they say share their mission of improving the health and well-being of the region. Christus Health said they work every day to help heal people who are hurt or sick, and that nonprofits across the region do similar work for people in need. The hospital said that is why they chose to honor five nonprofits with a donation.
Caddo Parish residents get preview of proposed $70 million sports complex
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - People in Caddo Parish got a preview Thursday night of plans for a proposed $70 million sports complex. The parish wants to fund the project with a $60 million bond, but voters would have to approve it in November. Supporters cite travel, opportunity Supporters of the sports complex spoke at a Caddo Parish special meeting Thursday night.
Caddo Parish residents get preview of proposed $70 million sports complex
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - People in Caddo Parish got a preview Thursday night of plans for a proposed $70 million sports complex. The parish wants to fund the project with a $60 million bond, but voters would have to approve it in November. Supporters cite travel, opportunity Supporters of the sports complex spoke at a Caddo Parish special meeting Thursday night.
Shreveport’s SporTran launches Louisiana’s first self-driving bus Original
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - SporTran now has a self-driving bus, a first for the state of Louisiana. The new bus is part of a pilot program, and SporTran hopes to expand it across the Shreveport-Bossier area. Program starts with one bus The program starts with one bus that seats 12 passengers. It will cycle through different routes across the city. Right now, there is a driver behind the wheel to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Providence House hosts block party fundraiser this weekend
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Providence House is teaming up with Marilynn’s Place for a block party this Sunday to help fight homelessness. The event kicks off the nonprofit’s new capital campaign fundraiser. The money will fund a new expansion building that allows Providence House to house 30 more families. The block party will include free food, live entertainment and more. Organizers say the highlight will be unveiling renderings of the new building and letting the community take part in the plan.
Family remembers woman killed in Shreveport crash near Youree Drive
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A woman has died after being hit by a car near the bus stop at Youree Drive and Stoner Avenue. Her family is speaking out for the first time about the memories they hold onto. Tiffany Grantham died Friday, August 22, after being hit by a car. Tiffany Grantham's family is speaking out for the first time about the memories they hold onto. “I wake up and I feel like I’m in a nightmare, and I’m going to wake up and she’s going to walk through the door.
Shreveport runs out of fluoride amid nationwide supply chain issue
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport has run out of fluoride for its water system, and city leaders say it is part of a nationwide supply chain issue. Water continues to come out of the tap as normal. The only difference is that there is no fluoride in the water. Leaders stress the water is still safe to drink. Fluoride separate from water treatment Fluoride is a dental health measure that is separate from water treatment, according to city leaders.
Shreveport mayoral candidates outline priorities at public forum
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - All seven candidates running for Shreveport mayor took part in one of their first public forums Saturday, August 22 hosted by the Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce. Candidates were asked what makes them best equipped to lead the city for the next four years.
Shreveport mayoral candidates outline priorities at public forum
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - All seven candidates running for Shreveport mayor took part in one of their first public forums Saturday, August 22 hosted by the Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce. Candidates were asked what makes them best equipped to lead the city for the next four years.
New vaccine shows promise in treating melanoma patients
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A new vaccine is changing how doctors treat certain skin cancer patients, according to doctors in the ArkLaTex. “Combining this new vaccine with a medicine called Keytruda has been shown over five years to increase the survival rate in melanoma patients by 49 percent,” Dr. Furrell said. How the vaccine works Doctors take a piece of the patient's tumor and analyze it for mutations. Artificial intelligence helps scientists pick which mutations to target.
New vaccine shows promise in treating melanoma patients
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A new vaccine is changing how doctors treat certain skin cancer patients, according to doctors in the ArkLaTex. “Combining this new vaccine with a medicine called Keytruda has been shown over five years to increase the survival rate in melanoma patients by 49 percent,” Dr. Furrell said. How the vaccine works Doctors take a piece of the patient’s tumor and analyze it for mutations. Artificial intelligence helps scientists pick which mutations to target.
Shreveport leaders call $6 billion Amazon investment a milestone
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Amazon is investing another $6 billion in a data center in northwest Louisiana. The new facility will sit on Resilient Technology Park. The investment brings Amazon’s total spending to $18 billion across projects in Caddo and Bossier parishes. Officials call announcement a milestone Shreveport leaders are calling the $6 billion announcement a major milestone for the region.
Caddo Parish commissioner seeks moratorium on data center tax incentives
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Caddo Parish Commissioner John Paul Young is revisiting a tax incentive pilot program for data center projects that the commission passed last year. Young asked for a resolution to be passed that would put a two-year moratorium on tax benefits for future data center projects. The resolution was discussed during Monday’s work session meeting and was voted to be sent back to the special projects committee.
Geek'd Con kicks off in Shreveport with actors, cosplay and community
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Geek'd Con opened Friday at the Shreveport Convention Center, drawing fans of comics, cosplay and pop culture for the event's 2026 run. The convention features celebrity appearances alongside opportunities for attendees to connect over shared interests. One event-goer, Zanaya Harris, said the gathering fills a need for community.
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