Good morning, Shreveport.

Local businesses in Shreveport face rising costs after a 90-day tariff pause announced on May 9 + business owner Ronnetra Green raised her accessory prices from $5 to $8 in response to increased wholesale rates + with concerns growing over future trade impacts.

Work on the new $361.7 million Jimmie Davis Bridge across the Red River is progressing well as crews lay foundations and begin roadway construction, following a May 2024 start.

The four-lane bridge will open to traffic in early 2027 — and the old bridge is planned to become a state park when the project wraps up in early 2028.

On May 13th, hundreds of private school students rallied with Gov. Jeff Landry for support of LA GATOR—a program that helps parents pay for private education—as AFP's Scott Simon spoke for full funding.

Mayor Arceneaux visited the KSLA studio on May 14 to talk about problems with squatting—he also discussed plans with Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson and said new measures may come soon.

Harvard fellow Rachel Fischer will help city Attorney Marcus Edwards and Mayor Tom Arceneaux fight blight in Shreveport for 10 weeks starting in June—she holds a bachelor's in architecture and is pursuing a master's in urban planning at Harvard.

The city will use her expertise to develop new strategies for improving local neighborhoods.

Shreveport native Sam Burns will tee off at 7:55 a.m. CDT today at the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow — he has shown strong play lately with many rounds under 70 and is known as the tour's top putter.

Family Adventure Day 2025

9 AM – 1 PM — Richard Fleming Park — Registration required — Experience a mix of fishing, canoeing, and archery for families with kids aged 6 and up.

Coast Guard Appreciation Day

3 – 4 p.m. — Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate and honor the dedicated service of the United States Coast Guard and community heroes.

R&B On The Lawn

1-7 p.m. — Caddo Common Park — $20 — Experience a day of soulful tunes, delicious food, and good vibes in Shreveport's vibrant outdoor setting.

Luxury Open House at 1121 Forest Trail

7-9 p.m. — 1121 Forest Trail — $1,095,000 — Experience luxury in this grand new construction home with top-of-the-line amenities.

90's R&B Fest

8 PM – 12 AM — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets from $69 — Jam out to your favorite 90's R&B hits in all white attire.

Monster Trucks Maniac Show

6-7:30 p.m. — Hirsch Memorial Coliseum — $25+ — Experience high-octane action as monster trucks take center stage in Shreveport.

Sam's Run

8-10 a.m. — Louisiana State University in Shreveport — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community run supporting the Look in the Mirror Foundation.