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4 days ago
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Amnesty Day to be held this month by the Shreveport City Marshal's Office. Here's what you need to know
The Shreveport City Marshal's Office is hosting its annual amnesty day later this month. On Saturday, June 21, the Shreveport City Marshal's Office will host its annual Amnesty Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Shreveport City Courthouse. This will allow anyone who has outstanding warrants through the Shreveport City Court to have their warrants recalled and a new court date scheduled without fear of being arrested or additional fees. Also, anyone with delinquent fines can get a new payment schedule. According to the marshal's office, this is only for warrants and fines issued through Shreveport City Courts. Warrants that involve Domestic Abuse Battery, Battery of a Dating Partner, DWI's and probation will not be recalled and must post a bond. Marshal James Jefferson encourages anyone who thinks that they may have an outstanding warrant or delinquent fines to take advantage of this opportunity. Individuals must come in person with their ID. More: Three more escaped New Orleans inmates have been caught, while two still remain at large Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Amnesty Day to be held this month by the Shreveport City Marshal's Office. Here's what you need to know
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
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Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development opens off-ramp on I-20 in Bossier City
The major rehabilitation project on I-20 in Bossier City has hit another milestone. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has reopened the I-20 eastbound off-ramp to Industrial Drive (LA 782-2). "The I-20 major rehabilitation project in Bossier City has hit an additional milestone with the reopening of another newly built ramp, as well as the start of reconstruction on another," DOTD said in a news release The eastbound on and off-ramps at Airline Drive will remain closed as this $123 million investment project continues, According to the DOTD. This will allow for contractors to demolish the existing ramps and build new ones. This ramp closure is anticipated to take four months. The I-20 eastbound off-ramp to Barksdale Boulevard (US 71) is currently closed and undergoing demolition in preparation for a complete facelift in the form of a full reconstruction. The I-20 eastbound on and off-ramps at the Old Minden Road (LA 72) interchange were recently reopened, with the westbound ramps being prepped for opening soon. DOTD said work continues on concrete paving of the interstate travel lanes, as well as extensive nighttime concrete panel repair on sections of I-20 outside of the full rehab zone. DOTD reminds commercial motor vehicles such as 18-wheelers that they are currently prohibited under Louisiana Revised Statute 32:327 from driving through the rehab work zone because of narrow lane widths. More: Louisiana DOTD updates I-20 rehabilitation project with on-off ramp openings, closures Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: DOTD opens Industrial Dive off-ramp on I-20 in Bossier City
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17-04-2025
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Captain Shreve student arrested for allegedly bringing a handgun to school
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office has placed a Captain Shreve student in custody after he allegedly brought a gun to school. According to Caddo Parish School District, a weapon was discovered on campus April 17, after a student reported the concern to a staff member. The staff member immediately contacted the School Resource Officer (SRO), and an investigation was initiated in collaboration with school administration and the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office. Caddo Parish School District said, "We are grateful for the student who came forward to report the concern and the rapid response by school staff and law enforcement." The 15-year-old student was quickly located without incident and taken into custody. According to the sheriff's office, when located officers discovered the handgun. The student was arrested and taken to detectives' office, where his legal guardian was present and read his Miranda rights. The student was transferred to Caddo Juvenile Detention Center, where he has been charged with two offenses: illegal possession of a firearm in a gun-free zone and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile. Caddo Parish School District said, "We remain committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all students and staff at Captain Shreve and across our district." More: Shreveport teen, 17, struck, injured by vehicle while waiting for school bus Tuesday morning Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Captain Shreve student arrested for allegedly bringing a handgun to school
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11-04-2025
- Automotive
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New project coming to improve south Caddo Parish traffic. Check out road construction
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced Thursday a project aimed at improving safety and congestion at the I-49 southbound interchange with Southern Loop. This $1.5-million project involves constructing a second southbound exit lane adjacent to the existing lane. This will increase the vehicle capacity while keeping traffic from backing up onto the interstate. According to DOTD, the existing ramp will remain open during construction. "Motorists should be aware of crews and equipment on site and drive with caution through the area," DOTD said. DOTD said work on this project was scheduled to begin Thursday with a shoulder closure going in to place. The entire project is anticipated to be completed by fall 2025, "progress dependent on weather conditions and other factors that can impact construction timelines," DOTD said. For additional information on this project, visit or download the Louisiana 511 mobile app for additional travel information. More: POLL | Do you think a Caddo Parish district school is necessary in south Shreveport? Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Louisiana DOTD announces I-49 ramp project in south Caddo Parish
