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Here's Where You Can Get Sandbags as Waters Continue to Rise

The Red River continues to rise as storms surround our region. The Red at Shreveport is expected to climb to 31 feet by Tuesday. The Red will likely remain at that level until Thursday. Continue reading…

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Congressman John Fleming Rebuts LA Treasurer

Congressman John Fleming talks to Robert and Erin answering LA Treasurer John Kennedy's statements about FEMA's decision to deny individual flood assistance to Caddo/Bossier residents. Continue reading…

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Filmmaker Is Raising Awareness For Victims Of Red River Flooding

Filmmaker John Phelan is hoping to raise awareness for people struggling to rebuild after the historic Red River flooding two months ago. His short documentary focuses on Sammy Charchio, a Wells Island...

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SBA Loans Still Available for Flood Victims

SBA loans are still available for Shreveport-Bossier and ArklaTex flood victims. Continue reading…

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Riverfront Cleanup Steps into High Gear

The cleanup on the riverfront continues since the June flooding on the Red River. Piles of sand are being removed from Riverview Park and other areas. Continue reading…

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Red River Boat Ramps Opening For Labor Day Weekend

Two of the Red River boat ramps in Caddo Parish will be opening in time for Labor Day weekend and one will remain closed. Continue reading…

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Bossier Sheriff's Substation Re-opens After Historic Flooding

The Bossier Sheriff's Substation on Arthur Ray Teague Parkway is back open in south Bossier Parish. Continue reading…

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Continuing Rain Brings Threat of Red River Flooding to the Ark-La-Tex

We certainly had great weather for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping, but the rain is here and it looks like it's not going anywhere any time soon. Continue reading…

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Caddo Officials Monitoring Red River

Caddo Parish officials are continuing to monitor conditions on the Red River in anticipation of a 29.5-foot crest expected by late tomorrow afternoon. Continue reading…

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The Red River is slowly receding, but it's still a problem across much of our...

The river is at 29.25 feet which is below flood stage of 30ft, but the high water on the Red is still causing problems along the riverfront in Shreveport and Bossier. Continue reading…

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SPAR Boss On Dog Park Flood, Cleanup

SPAR Director Shelly Ragle about the latest riverfront flooding, particularly the water problems at the city's new dog park located at the Stoner Boat Launch Continue reading…

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How Close Is The Red River To Flood Stage In Shreveport?

After heavy rains in the region over the last few weeks, the Red River appears high in Shreveport. But how close is it to flooding? Continue reading…

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GOHSEP Teams to Begin Damage Assessments in Northwest Louisiana

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Bossier Parish Flood Update

The latest flood incident briefing from the Bossier Office of Emergency Preparedness shows water levels are rising as expected in south Bossier, but both parish and state officials continue to monitor...

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Water & Sewer Boss Barbara Featherston Answers Water Supply Safety Questions...

Thursday morning on NewsRadio 710 KEEL, Water and Sewer Director Barbara Featherston talked about the effects of the Red River flood on Shreveport's water supply. Continue reading…

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I-220 Is Back Open in Bossier City

Good news for motorists in North Bossier this afternoon. Continue reading…

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Parkway High School Students Help with Sandbag Distribution [VIDEO]

A group of Parkway High School students volunteered at a sandbag distribution center at Elm Grove Elementary School. Continue reading…

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Bossier Rep. Johnson Tours Flood Area With Cassidy, Whittington [PHOTOS]

State Representative Mike Johnson of Bossier City toured flood ravaged North Bossier Friday morning with U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy and Bossier Parish Sheriff Julian Whittington Continue reading…

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Free Tetanus Shots for Locals

Bossier Parish emergency responders, along with the Louisiana Department of Public Health, will be offering free tetanus shots at two Bossier locations tomorrow. Continue reading…

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Local Co. Honored

A local business is honored for its assistance of families affected by major flooding. Continue reading…

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Clyde Fant Parkway in Downtown Shreveport Is Back Open

The Red River is slowly receding, but we will have high water in our area for several more weeks. Continue reading…

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Red River South Marina

Bossier Sheriff Julian Whittington visited Red River South Marina and Resort this weekend to get a first hand look at the flooding devastation. Continue reading…

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Sci-Port Set to Re-Open After Red River Flooding

After being closed due to flooding for more than 10 days, Sci-Port will reopen its doors tomorrow. Continue reading…

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Area Residents' Flood Recovery

I stopped by a friend's home in Les Maisons subdivision in Southeast Shreveport to see how they are faring in the aftermath of the flood. The water has gone down, but it's left quite a mess behind....

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Volunteers Help Flood Victims in Bossier Parish

Bossier Parish officials are teaming with Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) to open a Multi-Agency Resource Center for anyone impacted by the Red River flooding. Continue reading…

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Don't Trash Your Sandbags Yet

The National Weather Service is telling Caddo and Bossier Parish officials that rain in excess of two or three inches was dumped on our area this morning. Continue reading…

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Be Alert for Scam Artists Preying on Flood Victims

Scam artists could be looking to swindle flood victims Continue reading…

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Red River Cresting July 1

The National Weather Service is predicting another round of flooding some time around July 1. Continue reading…

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Bossier Sheriff Warns Residents: Because of Heavy Rain, Keep Sandbags Close

The National Weather Service has informed Bossier Parish officials that because of heavy rain, residents should be on guard for the possibility of further flooding. Continue reading…

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Resource Center Set up to Assist Caddo Flood Victims

Caddo Parish residents who have been impacted by recent flooding can get assistance in a one-stop-shop this week. Continue reading…

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Insurance Commissioner Donelan Talks Disaster Relief for Ark-La-Tex [VIDEO]

Visiting northwest Louisiana as part of a "hurricane season" statewide tour, Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelan talked about Red River flood damage and insurance company response. Continue reading…

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Red River Flooding to Return

The latest National Weather Service prediction stands. The Red River is expected to crest again in our area at 32.5 feet by July 1. Continue reading…

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Red River to Crest Wednesday

The Red River at Shreveport is at 30 feet today which is flood stage. It's expected to rise gradually over the next few days and crest Wednesday. Continue reading…

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Red River Crest Lowered

National Weather Service forecasters have changed their prediction on the Red River's crest. Continue reading…

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This Retro Toy Jeep Washed Up on the Side of the Road from the Red River...

Did you have one of these as a kid? Continue reading…

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