Good morning, Shreveport.

Courtland T. Milloy, Sr., a civil rights pioneer (and last original teacher from Booker T.

Washington High School), died early Sunday at 101 in his Silver Spring home. He spent nearly 80 years in Shreveport, leaving a lasting mark on the city's civil rights history.

A growing number of parents raised concerns about students’ screen time in local schools.

Their comments, submitted Oct. 3, may prompt school officials to review tablet use guidelines.

ExxonMobil is capturing CO2 at Louisiana plants to reduce emissions amid international market pressure and is shipping the gas to Texas and Mississippi — a shift prompted by local opposition.

The company seeks final permits for a permanent storage site in Texas and plans projects in the Gulf Coast region.

A new report from Trust for America’s Health shows Louisiana’s adult obesity rate fell from 39.2% in 2024 to 35.6% in 2025; Gov. Jeff Landry said the health department will continue building programs to help Louisianians live *healthier* lives.

A three-time U.S. Olympian returns to Shreveport to promote health and nutrition, and he will host community events later this week to encourage healthier choices among residents.

The Week 6 high school football schedule features key matchups such as undefeated Minden at undefeated North DeSoto and Parkway at Captain Shreve, with games set for Thursday, Oct.

8 and Friday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. across several local stadiums (times may change due to a shortage of officials).