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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The David Raines Branch of Shreve Memorial Library will be closed for maintenance from August 18—August 22. KTAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport Police arrested FedEx driver Jalen Page on Aug. 13 at 1:30 p.m. after officers responded to a theft at 7044 Youree Drive and found items stolen from stores like Buckle and Best Buy in his truck—detectives continue to search for more recovered merchandise. Shreveport Bossier Journal
- ➤ Shreveport Police arrested Lebroderick Jones on Thursday in connection with Wednesday’s armed robbery at Home Federal Bank on Market and Crockett streets—officers found a firearm and dye-stained money during a search of his home and he is expected to face armed robbery charges. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
- ➤ A Shreveport man was arrested after he allegedly pulled a gun on an employee at a senior living home on Jewella Avenue, and 66-year-old Michael Moore—also a convicted felon—is facing charges of aggravated assault with a firearm. KSLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced that the state is suing Roblox for not having basic safety controls to protect children from predators—alleging that the platform easily allows users to lie about their age and for harmful content to spread. Shreveport Times
- ➤ The Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court ruling that Louisiana’s legislative maps diluted Black voters’ power through discriminatory packing and cracking. A seven‐day trial in late 2023 offered expert testimony and firsthand accounts from voters in Shreveport — Baton Rouge and Natchitoches that proved the maps undermined fair representation. Shreveport Bossier Journal
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Run! Run! Snoopy 5k & Fun Run
7:15 – 11:00 AM — Loyola College Prep, 921 Jordan St, Shreveport, LA — Entry fee required — Get your running shoes on for a fun-filled race supporting Loyola's Cross Country Team.
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Grambling State vs. Langston Football Showdown
7-8:30 p.m. — Independence Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic clash at the Shreveport Kickoff Classic featuring high-energy football action.
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Pre Labor Day Festival
5-10 p.m. — Festival Plaza — General admission — Celebrate the 14th Annual Shreveport Blues & Southern Soul Festival with live music and fun.
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The Hollow Decks - 90s Music Night
9-11 p.m. — Strange Brew LLC — $15 at the door — Relive the glory days of the 90s with pop, rock, and grunge from The Hollow Decks.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier Hospitality Breakfast
8-9 AM — Supperclub — $15 — Network and share insights with local industry partners over breakfast.
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Hudson Westbrook: Texas Forever Fall Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets on sale June 25 — Experience the country music sensation Hudson Westbrook live for one night only!
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4th Annual Mane Attraction Car Show
1-9 p.m. — State Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Rev your engines and showcase your hottest rides at this thrilling car showcase.
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