Much of the South, including Shreveport-Bossier and the Ark-La-Tex, is experiencing extreme winter conditions. Freezing temps, snow and ice are causing issues in the area. SWEPCO is urging customers to conserve energy as to not overload the system. Several major local roadways have been deemed impassable. Keep up to date with everything you need to know here.
DSNAP Benefits for Winter Storm Approved for Shreveport-Bossier
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services has now received the approval it needs to begin Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) in 23 Parishes
Azaleas at Shreveport’s Norton Art Gallery Damaged in Freeze
Azaleas all across the region died in the February freeze and some of them will not be able to be saved. But there is some hope.
How to Avoid Post-Winter Storm Scammers
Louisiana Attorney General talks about the threat of less than scrupulous contractors, etc., as post-ice storm repairs begin across Louisiana.
Could Last Week's Cold Have Killed the Fairgrounds Field Bats?
Could last week's cold spell have killed a large number - maybe all - of the 30,000 bats said to be populating the old Fairgrounds Field?
Here’s Where You Can Get Free Water on Thursday
You have several locations around town to pick up free water. the Office of Homeland Security is setting up sites across Caddo Parish for today (Thursday, Feb 25).
Winter Storm 2021: Power Providers Discuss Outages, Higher Prices
Utility providers went before the Public Service Commission on Wednesday to explain last week’s winter storm power outages and the poor communication to customers about those outages.
LeVette Fuller: Without Preparation 'We're All Going to Hell'
Councilwoman Levette Fuller talks about the return of Shreveport water to its citizens and how to better prepare for future - and inevitable - trouble.
Water Restored to Most of Shreveport
There is some good news today about water service in the City of Shreveport. The Mayor's Office sent out a news release this morning saying service has been restored to most of the city.
Free Water to Be Handed Out Wednesday
Here are the sites where you can pick up free water today.
Shreveport-Bossier Recognizes Winter Storm Good Samaritans
Thank you so much for sharing your stories with us about all of the incredible people in Shreveport-Bossier and the Ark-La-Tex with us on-air and online with us today!