Good morning, Shreveport.

On Tuesday, Aug. 18, Amazon Web Services announced plans to invest $6 billion in a new data center campus at Resilient Technologies Park (west Shreveport).

The project will create 750 full-time jobs and include a $400 million water infrastructure upgrade with completion set for mid-2028.

Shreveport sellers are warned about Facebook Marketplace scams—scammers fake payment notifications and request extra money before confirming sales.

Experts advise verifying payments on official apps and checking profiles for signs of inauthentic accounts.

With triple-digit temperatures impacting schools today, local education officials are updating safety protocols to adjust outdoor schedules and boost hydration programs for student well-being.

Gov. Landry approved a teacher pay raise offering a one-time stipend of $2,000 for teachers and $1,000 for support staff for the 2026-2027 school year, funded by a $168 million cut to the Minimum Foundation Program appropriation.

The order went into effect on July 1 after a two-thirds legislative approval.

Louisiana schools enforce Act 313, which bans cell phone use during classes (except for IEP, 504, or health plans), and students who violate the rule may face suspensions, parent meetings, or phone confiscation.

U.S. News and World Report released its annual ranking on Aug.

18, listing the top five high schools in Louisiana; Caddo Parish Magnet in Shreveport ranked fifth while Benjamin Franklin in New Orleans topped the list (with a 95%+ graduation rate and high AP participation).

The intense heat will continue over the next several days as triple-digit temperatures affect the area.

Local officials remind residents to stay cool and drink plenty of water during this period.

The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office received the Award of Excellence from the National Pan-Hellenic Council in Shreveport during the 2026 Movers & Shakers event hosted by Western Hospitality, recognizing its commitment to leadership, integrity, courage, and community service.

Today, the U.S. War Dog Memorial delivered two custom granite headstones to honor Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office K9 heroes, K9 Ace and K9 Nero, at the Regional Training Academy—Ace’s memorial was replaced after a loss and Nero is now permanently commemorated.

After a month-long search for its owner, the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is auctioning a miniature red and white horse found near Oil City; bids run through Thursday, Aug.

20 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Patrol Office (4910 N. Market Street), with the winning bid announced Friday.

LSU Shreveport hired south Louisiana native Nicholas Carmouche Jr as an assistant coach for the Pilots women's basketball team under new head coach Deacon Jones (bringing extensive experience from collegiate, high school, and AAU roles, including a recent stint at Cleveland State).