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Federal grand juries indicts 2 in connection to Cedar Grove mass shooting aftermath

SHREVEPORT, La. — Federal grand juries have formally indicted two men in connection with investigations tied to the April 19 mass shooting in Shreveport’s Cedar Grove neighborhood that left eight children dead.

 1 min read America 250 countdown preview: Shreveport kicks off downtown festival with Red, White & Boom

SHREVEPORT, La. — Shreveport is launching a brand-new patriotic festival this week to mark the beginning of the countdown to the 250th anniversary of the United States.

 1 min read Heal a child, win a house with the KTBS 3 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
Heal a child, win a house with the KTBS 3 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway

SHREVEPORT, La. - Tickets are officially on sale for the 36th KTBS 3 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. Thursday marks the official kickoff of the annual campaign in support of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

 1 min read Crooked Row Farms brings fresh produce to Bienville Parish

RINGGOLD, La. — A family-owned farming operation in Bienville Parish is supplying the ArkLaTex with fresh, seasonal produce grown straight from the local soil.

 1 min read Jefferson gears up for Freedom Fest Finale

JEFFERSON, Texas - The City of Jefferson will host a series of community events on July 4 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. Activities will begin at 10 a.m.with a wreath laying and a reading of the Declaration of Independence at Thomas Jefferson Memorial Park.

 1 min read Tasty Tuesday: Stonewall hub features food trucks, live music

STONEWALL, La. — A new community hub in DeSoto Parish is bringing together local food, shopping, and entertainment under one open-air roof.

 1 min read Michael's Men's Store offers unique Father's Day gifts

HOMER, La. — Michael's Men's Store & Sporting Goods is helping local shoppers find the perfect gifts for Father's Day.

 1 min read Lake Claiborne gears up for 2026 Freedom Fest Finale

HOMER, La. - Lake Claiborne will transform into a patriotic playground for the KTBS 3 Freedom Fest, featuring a day of parades on land and water before a massive fireworks display caps off the Independence Day celebration.

 1 min read Tasty Tuesday spotlights mobile kitchen in DeSoto Parish

STONEWALL, La. — A local mobile kitchen is serving up fresh flavors in DeSoto Parish for this week's Tasty Tuesday.

 1 min read South Bossier gears up for 2026 Freedom Fest Finale

BOSSIER CITY, La. — South Bossier Park will welcome families next month for a community Independence Day festival as part of the KTBS 3 Freedom Fest Finale and the nationwide America250 birthday celebration.

 1 min read ArkLaTex Made: Shreveport company manufactures high-quality deer hunting blinds

SHREVEPORT, La. — A local business is making a major name for itself across the country by helping hunters stay comfortable and concealed in the woods.

 1 min read Red River Balloon Rally returns to Shreveport-Bossier for 10th anniversary
Red River Balloon Rally returns to Shreveport-Bossier for 10th anniversary

SHREVEPORT, La. — The Delta Utilities Red River Balloon Rally will return to the Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack this weekend.

 2 min read Magnolia leads the ArkLaTex with early return to class

MAGNOLIA, Ark. — Back-to-school season is officially underway in the ArkLaTex.

 1 min read DeSoto Parish schools prepare for Aug. 6 return

MANSFIELD, La. - DeSoto Parish Schools will welcome students back to campus on Aug. 6 for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year.

 1 min read Louisiana State Police shares safety guidance as students return to school

SHREVEPORT, La. — As students across Louisiana head back to the classroom, Louisiana State Police is reminding motorists to exercise extra caution in school zones and around school buses.

 1 min read Caddo Parish students return to class as new academic year begins

SHREVEPORT, La. — Thousands of students across Caddo Parish head back to the classroom Monday morning to mark the official start of the 2026-2027 school year.

 1 min read Shreveport jewelry brand Sandy + Rizzo featured for ArkLaTex Made

SHREVEPORT, La. — What started as a quarantine creative project between two friends has turned into a thriving jewelry business in the ArkLaTex.

 1 min read Calumet feeds first responders in Northwest Louisiana

SHREVEPORT, La. — Calumet Inc. will show appreciation for local first responders Thursday by serving them a complimentary hot lunch across three parishes.

 1 min read Geek'd Con returns to Shreveport Convention Center this weekend

SHREVEPORT, La. — Pop culture fans will gather in downtown Shreveport this weekend for the return of Geek'd Con.

 1 min read Lickin Good Donuts spotlights sweet treats, savory breakfast in Shreveport

SHREVEPORT, La. — Lickin Good Donuts serves as this week's Tasty Tuesday featured breakfast spot.

 1 min read Tasty Tuesday visits Lagniappe Specialty Meats in Texarkana

TEXARKANA, Ark. - Scoot up to the table and grab a fork. KTBS checked out a popular hot spot in Texarkana, Ark., for this week's edition of Tasty Tuesday.

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