SHREVEPORT, La. — Caddo Parish Animal Services is encouraging families to consider adoption as the shelter prepares for its annual Clear the Shelters event.During this week's Paws to Care segment, shelter representative Kim Freeman introduced Tucker and Tuxie, two playful 3½-month-old kittens looking for their forever homes. The pair are part of a litter of four kittens that were brought to the shelter after being found as strays.“These two are already fully vetted and ready to go,” Freeman said.The shelter currently has a large number of dogs, cats, and young animals available for adoption and hopes the upcoming event will help connect more pets with loving families.Clear the Shelters will take place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Caddo Parish Animal Services. Adoption fees will be waived during the event, giving prospective pet owners an opportunity to adopt at no cost.Freeman also reminded pet owners to take precautions during the summer heat by providing plenty of shade and water for outdoor animals and never leaving pets unattended in vehicles.Shelter staff encourage families interested in adoption to bring all household members, including current pets, for meet-and-greets to help ensure a good fit.
SHREVEPORT, La. — Caddo Parish District Attorney James Stewart and Grambling State University Assistant Basketball Coach Chris Dorsey are hosting a free youth basketball camp Saturday.
SHREVEPORT, La. — Shreveport police are reporting encouraging declines in several crime categories this year, but say traffic fatalities and domestic violence remain major concerns.During this week’s “Answering the Call,” Cpl. Chris Bordelon discussed the department’s year-to-date crime statistics, calling them a “report card” that helps officers identify successes and areas needing improvement.One of the most concerning trends is the number of fatal crashes across Caddo Parish, said Bordelon. The parish has recorded 30 fatal crashes so far in 2026, leading the state by a significant margin. He noted that many of the crashes involve pedestrians, distracted driving, or impaired driving.At the same time, Shreveport has seen notable decreases in several property crimes, including vehicle thefts, vehicle burglaries and residential burglaries. Bordelon said those categories are approaching some of their lowest levels in nearly a decade. Shootings have also declined compared to previous years.However, homicides remain slightly higher than this time last year. According to Bordelon, more than 60% of the city’s homicides in 2026 have been linked to domestic violence incidents involving household members. The majority happened on April 19 with the murder of eight children. As students return to the classroom, Bordelon also reminded drivers that school zone speed cameras are active when school zones are in operation. Police are encouraging motorists to slow down and use extra caution to help keep students safe during the first weeks of the school year.
NATCHITOCHES, La. — Thousands gathered at Northwestern State University's Prather Coliseum this weekend for the 46th annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, showcasing the region's diverse cultural heritage through music, crafts, and demonstrations.
NATCHITOCHES, Louisiana — The Natchitoches Parish School Board has reduced its workforce by more than 60 full-time positions as part of a necessary effort to balance the district’s budget.
SHREVEPORT, La. - A lot of people are assessing the damage to their vehicles after Monday's flash flooding. The relentless rain caught some people off guard, especially in the Shreveport-Bossier area.
SHREVEPORT, La. — Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding across the Shreveport-Bossier area, leaving some roads impassable and prompting rescues as water quickly rose in parts of the region.
