Good morning, Shreveport.

The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office hosted the 'Hip Hop to the Free Throw Line' event in Vivian where teams of children (ages 5 to 18) competed in a free throw basketball contest and an Easter egg hunt was held for young kids.

Officials said the event aimed to show that the sheriff’s office offers more than arrests and engages local youth.

Give for Good, hosted by the Community Foundation of North Louisiana, will start tomorrow as an online donation drive supporting 232 nonprofits in Shreveport and Bossier from April 22 through May 6 + it lets donors from anywhere give online.

All donations will be processed on May 6 + contributions are tax-exempt.

North Shreveport Lions Club will host an event to honor the Coast Guard, veterans, and first responders on May 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Stoner Boat Launch—guests can tour the 65-foot Coast Guard vessel while local mayors deliver proclamations and the Magnolia High School Band performs the National Anthem.

On Sunday at 8:49 a.m. the Shreveport Fire Department answered a house fire call on Neal Drive and saved residents thanks to a working smoke alarm—seven units with 22 firefighters controlled the blaze by 9:10 a.m.

Three Greenwood Police officers fell ill on April 20 after possible fentanyl exposure during a traffic stop when officers detained four car occupants with outstanding warrants and a concealed baggie of white powder— all three were treated at a hospital while the suspects were booked on possession and drug paraphernalia charges.

Shreveport Anime-Fest will be held on July 20 at the Hilton Garden Inn from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.—voice actors from hit shows like Dragon Ball Z and My Hero Academia will join panels and contests, and guests can meet local Manga artists and vendors.

Admission is free for children under 11.

Funeral arrangements have been set for former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy, who died at 24 last week after a police pursuit ended in his apparent suicide—this occurred days before a court hearing over a fatal car crash in Louisiana.

Local high school softball playoffs begin today (with six teams playing today or tomorrow) while baseball playoffs will start later this week (in a best-of-three series).

PMP Certification Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Hotel Shreveport Louisiana — $1599 — Transform your project management skills with 32 hours of hands-on training and certification preparation.

Shreveport Blues Festival

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Brookshire Grocery Arena — Enjoy soulful blues performances at the 17th Annual Shreveport Blues Festival.

Taco Wars Festival

Taco Wars — Daytime — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Entry TBA — Experience the Ark-La-Tex's biggest taco festival featuring local taquerias competing for the best taco and salsa!

No Guarantee Group Meeting

7-8 p.m. — St. Luke's United Methodist — Free entry — Participate in a welcoming discussion focused on recovery and support for newcomers.

Cinco de Mayo Tequila Tasting

6-7:30 p.m. — The Bell — Must be 21+ — Enjoy premium tequila paired with chocolate and authentic tacos in a festive celebration.

Derby Day 5 Miler & 5K

7:30-9:30 a.m. — D1 Training Shreveport — $25-$40 — Participate in a fun-running event featuring both 5-mile and 5k races.

Tequila Fest 2025

9 AM - 7 PM — Festival Plaza — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with a lineup featuring UP PLIES, WEBBIE and more at this vibrant festival.

Beartooth Concert

6:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available — Beartooth brings their Spring 2025 tour with special guests Until I Wake and Acres.

Bonnie Raitt Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Cost info not specified — Experience the magic of 13-time Grammy Winner Bonnie Raitt performing live at a historic venue.

John Crist Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — The Strand Theatre — $57-$75 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian John Crist at the Strand Theatre.