Good morning, Shreveport.

Chick-fil-A on Youree Drive closed temporarily for expansion and will reopen Friday, Aug.

14 + a new location in Bossier City at the former Red Lobster site is set to open late October or early November.

LSU Health Shreveport welcomed 150 incoming medical students with a White Coat Ceremony at the historic Strand Theatre on Friday, where students received their first white coats and personal notes from alumni.

The event marked an important milestone as they begin their journey toward becoming physicians.

At its meeting Thursday, the DeSoto Parish School Board introduced 13 new resident teachers from Northwestern State University, Louisiana Tech University and LSU Shreveport — they will work with veteran mentors before transitioning to full-time roles this school year.

Ebarb High School is celebrating its 100th anniversary with special events planned to mark the milestone as the new school year begins (highlighting its long legacy in local education).

Drivers on I-20 westbound will face a detour starting Monday when the exit 8 ramp to LA Highway 526 closes for repairs; crews are fixing the pavement and extending the deceleration lane, and the ramp will reopen Monday, Aug.

24, weather permitting.

Louisiana State Police urges drivers to slow down in school zones and near school buses as students return to classes, with extra patrols during drop-off and pick-up hours — officers enforce no handheld device use and require vehicles to stop for crossing guards.

A cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms has spread to 15 states, including Louisiana where 125 cases have been confirmed.

Health officials advise residents to monitor symptoms—especially persistent diarrhea—and practice careful food safety measures.

On Friday, the Louisiana Department of Health reported eight heat-related deaths this year; most victims were older adults and many died in residential settings — some had no or limited air conditioning.

The report urged residents to stay cool, hydrate, and rest when temperatures remain high.

The Bossier Phillies lost 5–1 to Bryant on Thursday with five errors and three hits—forcing them to battle against Columbia that same morning to remain in the losers’ bracket for a third straight American Legion World Series appearance, as coach Dane Peavy urged his team to improve.

North DeSoto's Chance Walker discussed his goals for the 2026 season during a local interview, outlining challenges and plans to boost team play as games approach.

BPCC baseball ended its season with a 27-23 record and sent eight players to Division I programs as the team built a strong pipeline under head coach Bobby Gilliam.

The season marked a milestone in player development + regional success.

Huntington head coach John Simon revamped team routines this offseason by installing a new weight room and locker room floor to boost pride and build a championship mindset, and he said improved facilities + organized support will energize the players for the season ahead.