I-49

I'm sad to report this to you today, but it's worth revisiting. 2 years ago I asked you to let us know which of these projects you think would happen first.

State Senator Barrow Peacock talks with about the latest news regarding the funding of both the I-49 Inner City Connector and a new, four lane Jimmie Davis Bridge.

KEEL's Robert and Erin talk about the latest twists and turns in the ongoing saga of the I-49 Inner City Connector.

Allendale Strong's John Perkins talks about how building the Inner City Connector of I-49 would destroy one of the city's most historic neighborhoods.

Tim Magner of the Shreveport Chamber of Commerce, talks about the importance of completing the I-49 Inner City Connector and its economic impact on the community.

With the recent legislation setting aside $100 million for I-49, KEEL's Robert and Erin talk about whether the controversial highway will ever be built.

Louisiana gets good news from the feds.....an additional 80-million in transportation dollars, but DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson tells KEEL News the days of the state getting extra cash from the federal highway program could dry up soon.

Getting the money lined up to fund the Innercity Connector for I-49 in Shreveport is a big concern.

The I-49 Innercity Connector could be in jeopardy with the changes in how the federal government is funding transportation projects.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is in the processing of closing a portion of I-49 in North Caddo Parish due to winter weather conditions