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entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"50 Cent Opens G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, Louisiana"

50 Cent has officially launched G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, Louisiana, aiming to foster talent, create opportunities, and build a thriving community through creativity and innovation. The move is expected to boost job opportunities and economic growth in the area, with the city's mayor expressing excitement about collaborating to bring captivating movies and entertainment to Shreveport and Caddo Parish. G-Unit Film & Television Inc., established in 2005, has produced various content across platforms and networks, including the popular STARZ TV series "Power."

via Billboard|

#50-cent #entertainment #expansion

community-events2 years ago•0 min saved

"Multiple Trunk-or-Treat Events Offer Safe Halloween Fun for All"

Shreveport Parks and Recreation is hosting a citywide trunk-or-treat event on Halloween from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Cargill Sports Complex parking lot, providing families with a safer alternative to celebrate Halloween. Dozens of sponsors, including Healthy Blue, will be distributing goodies to families, and participants are encouraged to share their costumes with KTBS.

via KTBS|

#community-events #family-friendly #halloween

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Shreveport Man's Shooting Sparks Armed Standoff and Hostage Situation

A dispute between neighbors in Shreveport, Louisiana, resulted in two people being shot, including a 13-year-old girl who was held hostage. The suspect barricaded himself in his home and set it on fire, but the girl was rescued before the fire engulfed the house. The initial shooting victims were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Law enforcement officers were fired upon multiple times during the standoff, and the fire department managed to prevent the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.

via KTBS|

#crime #fire #hostage

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Multiple Standoffs and Shootings Unfold in South Shreveport

First responders are investigating a shooting situation in south Shreveport, Louisiana, where a male suspect allegedly shot his neighbor before retreating into his own home. There is at least one confirmed injury and a potential second victim. The suspect fired multiple shots at arriving officers, prompting them to call for reinforcements. Hostage negotiation, the Bossier Special Response Team, and SWAT are on the scene.

via KSLA|

#crime #first-responders #hostage-negotiation

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

Rampant Violence Mars Fourth of July Celebrations

A fourth victim has been found dead after a mass shooting at a Fourth of July block party in Shreveport, Louisiana, which also left seven others injured. At least 11 people were shot during the incident, and police believe multiple males engaged in an exchange of gunfire. The motive behind the shooting is unclear, and no suspects have been arrested. This tragedy is part of a series of mass shootings that occurred across the United States over the Fourth of July weekend.

via CNN|

#crime #fourth-of-july #gun-violence

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Deadly Shooting at Louisiana July 4 Party Leaves 4 Dead, 7 Injured

Four people were killed and seven others were wounded in a shooting at an Independence Day celebration in Shreveport, Louisiana. The shooting occurred at a gathering of about 100 people, and at least one gunman opened fire. The motive for the shooting is unclear, and no arrests have been made. The incident adds to a string of shootings over the holiday weekend in various cities across the United States.

via The New York Times|

#crime #gun-violence #independence-day

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragedy Strikes MLK July 4th Party: 4 Dead, Multiple Injured in Shooting

Four people were killed and seven others were wounded in a mass shooting at a July 4th party in the MLK neighborhood of Shreveport, Louisiana. The shooter(s) arrived at the party and started firing, resulting in three immediate deaths and one victim found later. The incident brings the total number of homicides in Shreveport to 40 for the year.

via KTBS|

#councilwoman-tabatha-taylor #crime #homicides

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Deadly Mass Shooting Mars Fourth of July Celebration in Shreveport, Louisiana"

A mass shooting at a July Fourth celebration in Shreveport, Louisiana left three people dead and six others wounded. The motives and number of gunmen involved are still unknown. The police had difficulty reaching the victims due to the large number of vehicles at the scene. Local councilwoman Tabatha Taylor expressed anger and devastation over the incident, emphasizing the disruption and fear caused to families and individuals attending the event.

via CBS News|

#crime #july-fourth-celebration #louisiana

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Violent Fourth of July leaves multiple dead and injured in Nashville shooting

Three people are dead and at least six are injured after a shooting at a block party in Shreveport, Louisiana, on the Fourth of July. Police had difficulty reaching the victims due to the large number of vehicles at the scene. The incident is under investigation.

via KSLA|

#block-party #crime #fourth-of-july

natural-disaster2 years ago•2 min saved

Storm aftermath: Shreveport leaders provide updates and open shelters for power outages.

Shreveport city leaders discussed the response to the storms that impacted Caddo Parish on Thursday evening. SWEPCO reports 180,891 outages, and restoration continues to be a multi-day event. Partial Boil Advisory is in effect for some water systems in Caddo Parish. Cooling centers and free ice distribution sites have been established. Citizens are urged to report damage to their homes and businesses and to stay safe by avoiding downed power wires and using generators in open areas.

via KTBS|

#boil-advisory #cooling-centers #natural-disaster

weather-emergency2 years ago•2 min saved

Shreveport Mayor declares weather emergency following powerful storm.

Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux has declared a weather emergency due to the storm and power outages impacting the area. A powerful storm with winds of up to 80 mph knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses, and stopped flights at Shreveport Regional Airport. The vast majority of damage reports seems to be road hazards with downed trees littering the ground, making it difficult and even dangerous for drivers. Bossier Parish officials are encouraging residents to be patient and stay off the roads while emergency responders do their jobs.

via KTBS|

#emergency-response #power-outages #road-hazards

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Shreveport.

Robert Diamond, 60, was shot and killed by police officers who responded to his home in Shreveport, Louisiana. Diamond pulled a handgun when approached by the officers. This marks the third officer-involved shooting in Shreveport in the last six weeks and the 30th homicide in Shreveport and Caddo Parish for 2021. The shooting is under investigation by the Louisiana State Police.

via KTBS|

#crime #homicide #louisiana-state-police

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Recent Shootings Leave Multiple Injured and Dead in Southern Cities

Four people were injured in a shooting at Time Out Sports Bar in Shreveport, Louisiana. The victims, one woman and three men, were transported to nearby hospitals with non-life threatening injuries. The Shreveport Police Department is currently investigating the incident.

via KSLA|

#crime #injuries #investigation

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Spate of Shootings in Shreveport Leaves Multiple Injured

At least six people were injured when gunmen jumped out of a car and started shooting at pedestrians on a busy street in Shreveport, Louisiana. One person is reportedly in custody after a possible suspect vehicle was located in North Shreveport after a brief pursuit. Police are investigating to determine if the shooting is related to another incident that left at least seven people injured the night before. The mayor and police chief are contacting outside agencies for help with the probe, including federal and state law enforcement.

via New York Post |

#crime #louisiana #police

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Spate of Shootings Leave Multiple Injured in Shreveport

At least six people were shot in a mass shooting in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana, with two suffering life-threatening injuries and one dying. Multiple shooters got out of a white sedan and randomly shot at pedestrians on Texas Street. One person is in custody, and a possible suspect vehicle has been located. The Downtown Development Authority expressed concern and disgust and stands with police to bring any responsible parties to justice.

via KTBS|

#crime #downtown #mass-shooting