Good morning, Shreveport.

Criminal justice programs in local colleges are growing as students show more interest in courses that blend crime show appeal with technology-based forensics and hands-on learning.

Southern University at Shreveport and Northwestern State are adding courses, staff, and partnerships to meet this rising demand.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation will close the LA 169 bridge over Walnut Bayou near Mooringsport from Monday, March 9 until Friday, March 13 for repairs to the bridge pilings — motorists must use alternate routes and drive with caution around the construction zone.

Intermittent lane closures began Tuesday, Mar.

3 on Arthur Ray Teague Parkway at the Jimmie Davis Bridge in Bossier City for 15 to 20 minute intervals (in both directions) to move project equipment. The closures will continue throughout March, and a new bridge is expected to complete mid-late 2027.

A study has listed Shreveport among 15 vulnerable cities due to its close proximity to Barksdale Air Force Base (B-52 bomber base) amid escalating military actions after a U.S.-Israeli offensive on Feb.

28.

City crews worked overnight on Mar.

2 to repair a water main break and received the initial load of repair materials - the department is preparing both temporary and permanent fixes to restore water pressure safely.

Several local high school basketball teams won their second-round LHSAA playoff games on March 3 with wins from Bossier and Shreve among others, advancing them to quarterfinals as they prepare for future contests in pursuit of the state title.

WSA Grand National

7 a.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — $25 adults, $15 children 6-10, free for kids 5 and under — Celebrate water sports with competitions and family-friendly activities.

Autism 5k & Fun Run

1-3:15 p.m. — 5720 Buncombe Rd, Shreveport, LA — Registration fees apply — Participate in a spirited 5k and Fun Run to support autism awareness.

Dare 2 Shine 1st Annual Talent Show

10:30 PM — Cherokee Park Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate local talent at this exciting neighborhood showcase.

National Collegiate Wrestling Championship

10 AM – 1 PM — Brookshire Grocery Arena — N/A — Witness the future stars of collegiate wrestling compete for glory.

An Intimate Night with Darrin Henson

7-9:30 p.m. — Nard Multimedia Group — No refunds — Enjoy an evening of networking and conversation with Darrin Henson.

Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Walker Place Park — Registration fee applies — Chase the rainbow in this celebratory running event filled with magic and community spirit.

Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast

9-10 a.m. — 2439 Fairfield A Bed & Breakfast — Free entry — Network with local industry partners while enjoying a breakfast meal.