Good morning, Shreveport.

CPKC Holiday Train will stop in five Louisiana locations offering performances and food drives.

In Shreveport, the train lands on Nov. 29 at 7:45 p.m. at 4550 North Lake Shore Dr — stops in Monroe (Dec. 2), Ruston (Dec. 2) and in Dequincy, Leesville and Zwolle (Dec. 4) follow.

The Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana continues its no-kill work to rescue and care for abandoned pets, relying on community donations + dedicated volunteers and foster families to provide essential medical care and adoption programs.

Water returned to Sanctuary Apartments after nearly a week without service when owner Ephraim Feldman failed to pay a $146,347 utility bill.

Feldman made a $1,000 payment and provided a $67,000 deposit + agreed to pay $24,000 monthly, while many residents remain frustrated and plan to leave.

Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier City is being revamped with new restaurants, an indoor pickleball facility and live music venues.

The Picklr opened earlier this year and The Brine had its grand opening on Oct. 2, while Louisiana Grandstand's first phase is set for November plus further plans are underway.

Beauty and the Ballot Box returns at LSUS this weekend, offering a powerful reenactment of Shreveport’s civil rights fight for voting equality.

The play features Carolyn Jones—daughter of a local church pastor—bringing this pivotal history to life.

A petition with 34 signatures addressing mold, leaks, plumbing, and water issues at Settle Inn Village has reached the Caddo Parish Commission.

During Thursday's meeting, Commissioner (Ken Epperson) said public works will review concerns, though residents may not see improvements soon.

The Louisiana DOTD announced new 10-foot width restrictions for vehicles on U.S. 71 as part of a $7.9 million roadway project from Shreveport-Barksdale Highway to Sligo Road — motorists with wide loads must use alternate routes during construction, which began in late September and will continue into early 2027.

Local officials unveiled the Dr. Harry Blake Memorial Highway today in Shreveport to honor the late doctor's legacy + the project marks a new community landmark intended to inspire future improvements.

Doctors in Shreveport advise men to check for any unusual lumps or changes near the nipple area because early detection of breast cancer is critical—LSU Health expert Dr. Gary Burton explained that although cases in men are rare, the disease can be more dangerous when found late.

Quarterback Chase Williams has excelled on and off the field this season, throwing for over 4,000 yards with 16 touchdowns and 2 interceptions for the Vikings.

The team, now 6-1, will face undefeated Haughton at home tonight while Williams also helps with laundry — showing his versatility.

Huntington beat Captain Shreve 28-21 on senior night Thursday as quarterback Braylon Washington scored a late 23-yard touchdown in the final minutes, ending the home team's winning streak and boosting Huntington’s postseason hopes.

Local coaches at the Shreveport-Bossier Journal Roundtable shared memories of top high school players including Marjayvious Moss and Dak Prescott, recalling standout performances that helped shape local sports history.