Good morning, Shreveport.

Yesterday, local stores were packed as shoppers rushed to buy last-minute Christmas gifts before the holiday ended.

AAA warns drivers traveling tomorrow to expect heavy highway congestion and collision delays across major routes—Louisiana State Police urge motorists to buckle up and avoid distractions as impaired driving remains a serious concern.

Artist Chang Liu will be featured in the upcoming 'Walk With Me: A Curiouser Gallery of Sight and Touch' exhibition at Andress + the gallery offers local visitors a unique chance to experience innovative visual and tactile art.

Officials said the Christmas Eve Powerball jackpot was estimated at $1.7 billion, with every ticket contributing to K-12 schools and a state gambling prevention fund — nearly $4.9 billion has supported these programs since 1991.

Flu cases increased this holiday season, prompting ArkLaTex schools to update CPR training and CASSE Community Health to expand care for low-income residents.

Shreveport residents attended CPR training at Sheriff’s Safety Town and saw Ochsner LSU Health relocate its oral surgery clinic to Ellerbe Road — marking local health milestones.

Flu and other respiratory illnesses are rising this holiday season, and Dr. Husan of LSU Health Shreveport advises residents to wash hands and wear masks (especially for young children and the elderly).

The CDC reported an increase in flu positives, urging extra caution locally.

Tech gifts (tablets, consoles, smart toys) may require charging and updates before they work properly today, and experts advise unwrapping them early to prevent delays.

Evangel defensive lineman Ashton Dawson, a 6-foot-2 (285-pound) Louisiana Tech signee and District 1-5A Defensive MVP, tore his ACL during the quarterfinals and had successful surgery Monday; he will head to Ruston next.

North DeSoto head coach Dennis Dunn earned the 2025 Shreveport-Bossier Advocate/318preps Football Coach of the Year award after leading the Griffins to a 13-1 season — which took them to the Non-Select Division II state championship game in Stonewall.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

7-8:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Limited VIP Packages Available — Experience a magical extravaganza filled with acrobatics and holiday melodies to ignite the festive spirit.

49th Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl

1-2:30 p.m. — Independence Stadium — Check website for ticket info — Experience one of the longest-running college football bowl games featuring top NCAA FBS teams.

Rock The Clock New Year's Eve Celebration

8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Convention Center — Enjoy a captivating New Year’s Eve experience filled with wonder and excitement.

TrapxCanvas - Shreveport

8-10 p.m. — Louisiana Downs — No entry fee mentioned — Unleash your creativity with trap beats while painting in a vibrant community atmosphere.