Good morning, Shreveport.

Shreveport Fire Department responded to a house fire on Lakeshore Drive amid extreme heat, with no one inside and officials believing it was set intentionally.

Forty-five firefighters followed a strict rehab process to cool down, hydrate, and rotate every 20 minutes for safety.

A new list highlights 10 must-see attractions and local food spots in Shreveport-Bossier, featuring the historic Municipal Auditorium and the nation's largest single trunk crape myrtle at Akins Nursery.

The guide also previews upcoming fall events like the Red River Revel at Festival Plaza.

Karina Jimenez, a first-generation LSUS graduate from Stonewall with a bachelor’s in cellular and molecular biology, has been accepted to pharmacy school at UT Tyler.

She aims to work with physicians after gaining years of retail pharmacy experience (supported by family and mentors).

On July 27, NSU held a Registration Rally at its Shreveport campus – a one-stop event for enrollment – where students met advisers and secured IDs.

Registration for fall classes remains open through Aug. 16.

Louisiana is experiencing near record-breaking heat with temperatures reaching the 90s and heat indexes near 110 this summer — four heat-related deaths occurred in June as experts warn conditions may worsen.

The CEO of Ochsner LSU Health will lead a panel at Health Fest 2026 in Shreveport, where experts will discuss practical health topics.

Pulmonology specialist Dr. Dylan Harrell shared early details today — the panel is set to bring fresh local insights.

Roma Italian Bistro in Shreveport addressed social media concerns after a May 2025 inspection report resurfaced and shared that its June 5 inspection found and corrected three critical issues while non-critical items continue to be monitored — the restaurant remains committed to food safety and transparency.

Tejas Kitchen Bar Patio in Shreveport closed for insulation work and dining room updates and will reopen Thursday with temporary dinner-only service; the restaurant now operates Tuesday–Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., with weekend brunch scheduled to return Aug. 15-16.

Orlandeaux's Cross Lake Cafe, the oldest continuously operating Black family-owned restaurant (dating to 1921), serves traditional seafood and Creole dishes and offers daily lunch specials.

Located at 5301 S. Lakeshore Dr., the eatery features scenic lake views and indoor dining led by Chef Damien “Chapeaux” Chapman.

God’s Country RV Resort near Blanchard in Caddo Parish offers lodging options including RV sites, Conestoga Glamping Wagons — and a Grand Lodge as shown in photos taken July 29.

Casey Martin Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Free entry — Enjoy a night of traditional and '90s country music with local artist Casey Martin.