Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - With children across the ArkLaTex returning to school, some may be dealing with more than just first-day nerves.
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Only a few short years ago, Indiana faced a literacy crisis. Nearly one in five third grade students were not able to read. Today in Indiana, we have a much brighter story to tell. For the fifth consecutive year, more and more Hoosier students are mastering reading with nearly nine out 10 third grade students […]
Pennsylvania
State Representative Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz hosted Sunday, but it wasn't just for the kids.
Texas
Caney Public Schools is investigating allegations of hazing, bullying and other misconduct following an extracurricular activity.
Shreveport
BOSSIER CITY, La. -- Stacy Smith has spent more than four decades at Bossier High School, where she began as a student teacher and never left.
New Hampshire
For years, Manchester High School’s policy required students to put phones away in class, but allowed them to be taken out in the cafeteria. Students could use headphones or earbuds while eating lunch, but only over or in one ear. Then, in 2025, lawmakers passed a law championed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte that required schools […]
Iowa
A central Iowa caregiver accused of kicking and punching an autistic teenager is now facing criminal charges of dependent adult abuse. State records indicate Falisha Turner, 47, of Des Moines was employed by as a care professional by Home Instead, an in-home care provider, earlier this year. The company provides daily living assistance for people […]
Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. — Helping students return to school with confidence was the goal Saturday as the African American Celebration Parade Committee hosted its 22nd annual Back-to-School Shoe Giveaway, providing free shoes to children ahead of the new school year. The giveaway took place at the Walmart Supercenter on Pines Road, where students ages 6 to 20 were invited to pick out a new pair of shoes. Volunteers helped each child find the right size and style before leaving with their new footwear. Soon-to-be fourth grader Kingston Bandy said he knew exactly what he wanted. "I was looking for some black shoes that would go with any outfit I put on," Bandy said. "I'm very excited, and I really want to thank this community." Barbara Norton, founder of the African American Celebration Parade Committee, said seeing the children's excitement and renewed confidence makes the event worthwhile. "To see these children walk out of here carrying a pair of shoes in their hands and smiling, with their self-esteem up, it just makes me feel good," Norton said. "We know there are so many people who need the services we're providing, and we're going to continue bringing smiles to their faces." The annual giveaway has become a longstanding tradition in Shreveport. Since its inception, the African American Celebration Parade Committee has provided more than 36,000 pairs of new shoes to children throughout the community. Norton said she hopes the organization will continue giving back and helping local families for many years to come.
Montana
BUTTE, Mont. -- School may be out for summer break, but maintaining good mental health is a task that never takes a break.
