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ON THE SCENE: Darkening skies, dropping temps in Texarkana

A hint of green in darkening skies over Texarkana, where KSLA News 12's Emily Black says the temp and winds have dropped.

CHRISTUS CEO Stephen Wright announces changes

CHRISTUS Health Louisiana President & CEO Stephen Wright announced major changes to the hospital system in North Louisiana, which include a $55 million dollar expansion of the health system's Highland campus and the transfer of acute care services from the Schumpert campus.

CHRISTUS announces expansion, closure

CHRISTUS Schumpert announces a $55 million expansion of it's Highland campus and the transfer of care services from the St. Mary's campus.

Thursday's storm victims brace for more severe weather

Four days after storms swept through the Ark-La-Tex, people who live along Baron Road in Keithville are still cleaning up.

Bullied to death? ArkLaTex mother says 'Yes'

An ArkLaTex mother worries another student could be the next student bullied to death in Smithville, Oklahoma.

Red Cross continues storm damage response

The Northwest Louisiana chapter of the American Red Cross continued their work Saturday, responding to the needs of those affected by Thursday's severe weather in the ArkLaTex.

StormTracker Steve joins Red Cross volunteers

StormTracker Steve Parr is also a volunteer and instructor with the American Red Cross Northwest Louisiana chapter. He spent the morning Friday with other volunteers helping those affected by the storms.

Dad deploys to Middle East, days before twin sons graduate

A deployed military dad will miss his sons' graduation ceremony in person, but thanks to small group, he won't miss the ceremony at all.

Shreveport teen heads to the National Spelling Bee

Chimichanga is the word Safa Michigan spelled correctly in the final round of the regional spelling bee that advanced her to the national competition. Her next stop is Washington DC.

Bee keepers estimate 250,000 bees found in abandoned ETX building

The old Rosborough Springs building south of Marshall, TX is still buzzing with activity. The days of dances, camps, and roller-skate parties are long gone, but the walls remain a hub of activity. Bee keepers in Marshall were called to transfer the 5 different bee colonies, a process which will take multiple days.

Local nursery devastated by severe weather

Shock, anger and sadness are just a few of the emotions that greeted the owners and employees at an Ark-La-Tex nursery, devastated by Thursday's (5/16/13) severe weather.

Sasha On The Streets: Part 3

It could be the biggest challenge of her life for KSLA News 12 reporter Sasha Jones. She's taking a 2 day, 28 mile adventure through the streets of Bossier City and Shreveport. Now she is tracking down the answers to your questions.

Three daycare workers arrested, accused of abuse

Investigators have arrested three women accused of child abuse, while working at an Ark-La-Tex daycare center. Now, we're learning more about those charges.

Fallen law enforcement officers honored

It was an emotional service held in downtown Shreveport to remember and honor the 37 brave officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in the Shreveport-Bossier area over the last 119 years.

Shreveport Teen Challenge Center to hold walk-a-thon

The Shreveport Teen Challenge Center is holding a walk-a-thon on Saturday, May 18th to benefit those who face drug and alcohol addiction.

KSLA News 12 Editorial: May 15, 2013-Retirement Destination

Where do you plan to retire? Perhaps in your own back yard. Bankrate.com named Louisiana one of the best states for retirees.

Making Dreams a Reality: Power and Grace School of Performing Arts

KSLA News 12's Jabari Thomas talked to dance instructor, Christy Holdem, about how she was able to pass her dancing talents to others by opening the Power and Grace Performing Arts Studio.

Diver hitches ride with Great White

Video Courtesy: YouTube/GoPro Camera

Special Report: Sasha on the Streets Pt. 1

KSLA News 12's Sasha Jones ran, bused and biked through the streets of Bossier City and Shreveport to find out what residents were concerned about. Her first leg of her trip started in Bossier City.

Friendship House benefits from House for Hope proceeds

KSLA News 12, Community Renewal, and the Northwest Louisiana Home Builders Association are asking you to help build a safe home for kids in Shreveport's Highland neighborhood.

Victim's family meets on anniversary of unsolved double homicide

An Ark-La-Tex family refuses to give up hope six years after someone gunned down their loved one on the streets of Shreveport, in an unsolved double murder case.

911 calls from scene of deadly I-49 crash

Funeral services have now been set for the Ark-La-Tex teenager killed Wednesday in a fiery wreck, as she returned home from college. And now authorities have released 911 calls from the scene of the tragedy.

Golden Apple Award Winner: Bryan George

Benton High School Coach Bryan George is a jack of all trades -- and this week's Golden Apple Award Winner.

Family members identify man killed in Cooper Rd shooting

Family members have identified a man who was shot to death Tuesday night in the Shreveport's Cooper Road area, and authorities are on the hunt for his killer.

KSLA News 12 Editorial: May 6, 2013-Toxic Waste

I want to show you a picture I took a few days ago. If you look closely, you can see a bunch of cigarette butts laying on the ground under a tree. It's the type of litter many people take for granted, it's only a cigarette butt.

Family goes hi-tech, green

More and more Americans are going green these days. And one Ark-La-Tex man is taking it the extra mile by putting up some serious cash to go green.

5 Star Driving School owner speaks in exclusive interview

Brokenberry sat down with KSLA News 12's Sasha Jones to answer questions about allegations that he operated his driving school knowingly without being certified to teach driver's training.

INTERVIEW: 5 Star Driving School owner David Brokenberry

KSLA News 12 tracked down 5 Star Driving School Owner Donny Brokenberry to ask him about allegations that he took parents' money and shut down without refunding them.

Golden Apple Award Winner: Andrea Nance

This week's Golden Apple Award Winner is Andrea Nance.

Father makes plea for daughter, blood donations

An Ark-La-Tex father makes an impassioned plea for people to donate blood and send prayers in the wake of a bad car crash that severely injured his daughter.

KSLA News 12 Editorial: May 1, 2013-Caddo School Tax Election

This Saturday voters in Caddo Parish are asked to decide on a school property tax renewal.

Dedication held for Arkansas Hwy 549 Loop to be connected to I-49

A major highway construction project in the ArkLaTex is nearing completion. Now, officials are anticipating an economic boost from what will soon be part of I-49.

CAUGHT ON VIDEO: Man wrestles shotgun away from would-be thief

Police hope some amazing surveillance video will help get a shotgun-wielding bandit off the streets. The victim fought back after the suspect put the gun in his face.

KSLA News 12 Editorial: April 29, 2013-Your Tax Dollars at Work

Let's say I own a business and I want to raise your taxes so I can fix up my business, make a nicer building and improve my parking. How would you like that?

Moving out: 5 Star Driving School

Two days after the owner of a Shreveport driving school accused of operating without a license vowed to refund customers, the owner has moved out.

Highland quadplex destroyed in 2-alarm blaze

Giant flames ripped through a two-story quadplex in Shreveport's Highland neighborhood Friday morning.

"Phantom of the Opera" actor and singer Ramin Karimloo performs at KSLA News 12

Award-winning "Phantom of the Opera" actor and singer Ramin Karimloo performed along with students from Pleasant Grove High School in the KSLA News 12 lobby Wednesday morning.

Lawmaker pushes gun law for police

State Representative pushes gun bill to allow police to carry in restaurants/bars.

ArkLaTex native Bobbie Williams hits the top of his game in Super Bowl victory

A high speed chase in the ArkLATex leads to a shocking discovery

Barksdale airman receives Purple Heart

Bossier parents say school stretched truth in bus accident

Haynesville Piggly Wiggly robbed at gun point

CPSO and SPD join forces to train for the worst

Abuse victims in Louisiana might not get help if congress can't reach deal

Judge voids vote to disband Homer PD, remove chief

Fire destroys Shreveport home, victim shows News 12 charred remains

Concern raised over "Dangerous" traffic area in Shreveport

Caddo Parish bus driver loses foot after bizarre bus crash

911 call released in Caddo bus accident that critically injured driver

SRAC unveils new home and center for Shreveport art community

Evacuees will call Shreveport home for a while longer

Family members say Noah Randle is a hero

Two Caddo school receive national academic recognition

Deadly rollover: A closer look at Humvee in Guardsman wreck

Haughton High students mourn the loss of fellow classmate

Mom of attempted murder suspect pleads for son to turn himself in

Minden bunker blast 911 tapes released

Franklin DA: Charges likely for Sharmeka Moffitt

Red Cross sending more local volunteers to the northeast

Family of Jermone Houston asking for community support

Fire claims life of Plain Dealing man

Lil' Flip arretsed on gun and drug charges

New Year's revelers blamed for bullet hole in church

Marshall PD Person of Interest

Meet the clean shaven brother from Duck Dynasty

He's the "black sheep" of the family for not having a long beard. Share this with other Duck Dynasty fans.

Legion accepts CBS apology over 'Amazing Race'

The national commander of the American Legion says he accepts CBS' apology for a passage on "The Amazing Race" where contestants visited the wreckage of an American B-52 bomber in Vietnam.

Fire destroys duplex home in Lakeside neighborhood

A fire destroyed a home in the Lakeside neighborhood Tuesday morning.

Actor and stuntman Ronnie Adams talks "Olympus Has Fallen"

"Olympus Has Fallen" hits theaters Friday. Actor and stuntman Ronnie Adams played a secret service member in the film and stopped by the KSLA News 12 studio to talk about the film's big screen debut.

Bossier teacher's 'imagination' leads to new book

There was a time when all we needed was our imagination. No cell phones, no computers, no video games. And now a Bossier City teacher has brought that 'old school' concept back, by writing a book.

ETX dashcam video goes viral

Now You See It: Elderly woman kicked off bus for singing hymns

Fire destroys Queensborough home, elderly woman homeless

An elderly woman is homeless after escaping flames that destroyed her home in the Queensborough neighborhood Tuesday morning.

Stalled train blocks Bossier City neighborhood for hours

Some Bossier City residents were unable to get home for 10 hours after a Union Pacific train stalled on the tracks.

Moving barrier cushions blow in car crash

Safety equipment for the Arkansas Highway Department proved its worth Thursday after an accident in Texarkana.

Panola County Sheriff Arrested

KSLA News 12 has confirmed with Texas DPS that the Texas Rangers arrested Panola County Sheriff Ron Clinton on Thursday.

Law named football coach at Booker T. Washington

Check it out! KSLA News 12 streams newscasts, weather & breaking news

KSLA News 12 is now streaming all regularly scheduled broadcasts, plus breaking news and severe weather coverage, LIVE on www.ksla.com and on mobile and tablet devices via the KSLA News 12 app and the KSLA News 12 StormTracker 12 Weather app!

Now You See It: 7-yr-old girl wants to be tattoo artist, like her dad

Week 4: Crossfit Training

KSLA News 12 Investigates: Who hurt Zoe?

Caught up in the system and left fighting to get their little girl back. That's what a Caddo Parish couple says happened to them after making a call for help.

Director Derek Wayne Johnson talks about movie, "Scrape"

Derek Wayne Johnson, director, writer and producer of the movie, "Scrape", talks about filming in Shreveport and watching his dream to make movies come true right here in the Ark-La-Tex.

Shreveport council wants answers from Comcast

USW Union: Libbey Glass' $7 million offer to save jobs

Libbey Glass is reportedly making a unique, albeit expensive offer to the United Steelworkers Union: The offer? Come up with 7-million dollars and the company won't cut 160 to 175 union jobs at the Shreveport facility.

East Texas earthquakes may be manmade

Since 2011, 13 earthquakes have struck East Texas. This is an area where many people have lived their entire lives without experiencing a single tremor before.

Week 3: Crossfit Training

During week two of Crossfit training, several of my coworkers joined Adria Goins for a workout.

EXCLUSIVE: A look inside the Margaritaville Casino

Ark-La-Tex residents aboard Triumph describe ordeal

KSLA News 12 continues our coverage on the passengers stranded at sea who finally made it to shore, some of whom are from the Ark-La-Tex. And they're speaking out about their ordeal.

Asteroid Close Call

An asteroid is tracking very close to the Earth on Friday. StormTracker Steve shows us just how close.

Listen: Guns don't Kill and Spoons Don't Make You Fat

Guns Don't Kill and Spoons Don't Make You Fat is the latest musical creation of Glenn Parker, and as the title suggests, it's a commentary on the latest gun control debate.

Pray for Stuti: Bryd senior continues recovery

A Shreveport teenager is in the fight of her life. 18 year old Stuti Jawahar, a senior at Byrd High School, improves daily. But she's yet to fully gain consciousness after a near fatal car accident 3 weeks ago.

KSLA News 12 Super Bowl Ad

KSLA News 12's Doug Warner, Denise Middleton and KSLA Stormtracker 12 Meteorologist RonYoung decided to make their own commercial for the Super Bowl.

Are mass shootings a symptom of broken mental health system?

The increasing spate of mass shootings, from Newtown, Conn., to Aurora, Colo., has some people arguing that these are indicative of a broken mental health care system.

Pushing back: Will law enforcement support stricter gun laws?

The push is on in Washington, D.C. for stricter gun control in the wake of recent mass shootings, but not all in law enforcement around the country are on board with the idea.

A look at the ETX earthquake cluster

This morning's quake in East Texas is part of a cluster of quakes since 2011.

Driverless cars no longer a futuristic idea

By 2015, your car may be able to drive itself through rush hour traffic, and watching a driverless Audi TTS named Shelley make some hot laps around a California race track is proof that a driverless car for the masses is almost here.

Crash landing interrupts hot air balloon wedding

A sunset wedding ceremony aboard a hot air balloon got off to a bumpy start when a gust of wind forced the pilot to make a crash landing in the yard of a San Diego home.

Cafeteria Report Card: Sevier County, AR

The stack of health reports for all of the schools in Sevier County, Arkansas shows that all school cafeterias there had at least one violation.

Man killed in woods fire

One person is dead after a woods fire in Southern Hills late Sunday night.

Home rekindles after fatal house fire

The home where a man died in a house fire Thursday night is in flames again at this hour.

Work to resume Wednesday in Camp Minden cleanup

Work is expected to resume on Wednesday in the moving and proper storing of the M-6 propellant found improperly stored at Camp Minden.

Help during the cold weather

Our recent cold weather has led many people to seek help either with their utility bill or to find shelter during this cold snap. And we found several local agencies that help do just that.

Ark-La-Tex goes from stormy to snowy in 24-hours

Christmas Day storms gave way to snowfall on Tuesday evening, but outside the Ark-La-Tex, folks to the south and east dealt with tornados while blizzard-like conditions hit areas to our north.

Air Force dad becomes daughter's Christmas present

5-year-old Tracey Lott from Decatur, AL asked Santa Claus to bring her father, Air Force Sgt. Jonathon Lott, home for Christmas. Although it sounds like a tall order, this time Santa was able to grant the little girl's wish.

Bossier house fire kills 9 show dogs

A Bossier City family who owned and bred show dogs lost all nine of them Friday morning after a fire broke out in their kennel.

Shreveport murder to be tried in Bossier Courts

It was a brutal and deadly home invasion robbery that shocked the city of Shreveport. And now comes word that the case will be tried in Bossier Parish.

A closer look: Bossier school security plans

KSLA News 12's Fred Childers takes a closer look at the security plan for Bossier Parish Schools.

SPD missing man clue

There's a potential break in the case involving an Ark-La-Tex man now missing for 3- months. It now appears the man may have stopped taking his psychiatric medication, eventually leading him to simply walk away from home. And it's believed he could still be walking right now.

World Trade Center gets 1st part of new spire

The spire was lifted onto the 104-story building on Wednesday and will make One World Trade Center the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Suspect arrested after standoff in Texarkana, TX

Seven hours after it began, authorities arrested a man following of standoff in Texarkana, Texas, where he allegedly threatened to harm other people.

SFD investigates blaze at house near Downtown Shreveport

Firefighters battled a blaze at house just south of Downtown Shreveport Tuesday morning.

Stockwell students stuff stockings

Students at Stockwell Place Elementary helped stuff 1,000 stockings for children in need Monday, as part of "Operation Stocking Stuffing."

StormTracker Steve's tropical recap

A recap of StormTracker Steve's preseason tropical forecast, compared with the storms that actually occurred in 2012.

Complete news conference on explosive powder discovery at Camp Minden

Webster Parish Sheriff Gary Sexton and the head of the Louisiana State Police Col. Mike Edmonson talk more about the thousands of pounds of explosive powder at Camp Minden and how its removal will impact nearby residents.

SPD searches for gunman in North Shreveport shooting

Police are searching for a gunman after a man was shot in North Shreveport Monday morning.

Paralyzed dog walks again

(Video courtesy: University of Cambridge) Scientists have successfully used a unique type of cell to regenerate the damaged part of dogs' spines and help then walk again.

No regrets for Romney supporter with face tattoo

Eric Hartsburg went above and beyond in his campaigning for presidential candidate Mitt Romney.
He got a Mitt Romney face tattoo.

UPDATE: Explosion at Camp Minden

Officials are investigating yet another explosion at a former Army base in the ArkLaTex.

No one hurt after massive branch falls on home

A southwest Arkansas couple escaped from their home unhurt after part of a tree fell on it over the weekend.

3-yr-old boy sings 'Star Spangled Banner'

A three-year-old boy from Kansas is turning heads for his rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Saggy Pants ban extends to Caddo Parish

Caddo Parish has now joined the ranks of places where 'saggy pants' is against the law.

Dog with no eyes plays fetch

Finding a dog that can fetch is hardly news, but Chica the blind Border Collie is an exception.

Cope sentencing interrupted by outburst

Prunty family member lunges for Christopher Cope in court.

Loaded to Distraction

If you've purchased a car or truck recently, you know about the dazzling array of hi-tech standard equipment and options they are equipped with these days.

Evidence in Cope trial released

The evidence that jurors considered while deciding fate of Christopher Cope is made public.

SPECIAL REPORT: Near Death - Part Two

Despite the 8 million Americans polled by Gallup who claim to have survived a near death experience, intense scientific debate rages on. In Part two of our special report we hear from both sides of the controversial subject.

SPD patrol car hits girl

A young girl is recovering from serious injuries when a simple walk across the street to her school bus stop turned into a fight to survive, after being hit by a police patrol car.

Hurricane Sandy affects Ark-La-Tex loved ones

Commissioner talks about chemo treatments and the future

She's spent most of her adult life fighting for her community and now Caddo Parish Commissioner Joyce Bowman is fighting for her life.

Fire destroys home in Caddo Parish

Firefighters are working at this hour to put out a fire that has destroyed a Caddo Parish home.

PREVIEW: Safety at the State Fair of Louisiana

KSLA News 12's Doug Warner previews his special report on safety at the State Fair of Louisiana, one year after a 4-year-old was critically injured on a ride.

Canine castaway saved from the sea

A dog whose owner says slipped her leash while on a walk ended up almost underwater.

KSLA Employment Expo attracts big crowds

the latest KSLA Employment Expo attracted another big crowd this time around, as the job market improves locally and nationally.

Bossier City officer keeps his job

Bossier City police officer wins at Louisiana Supreme Court

Latest info on Camp Minden explosion

Authorities investigate loud boom in ArkLaTex

Authorities are investigating a loud boom that was reportedly heard in South Bossier and Webster parishes.

Wreckage of missing ETX plane found in Wyoming

The wreckage of an East Texas airplane that has been missing since Tuesday night has been found, and there are no survivors, authorities have confirmed.

Search continues in WY for ETX plane

The search continues in Wyoming to find a plane that took off from Harrison County, Texas on Tuesday.

Mansfield PD releases surveillance video of armed robbery suspect

Mansfield police have released surveillance video of a man they say is their prime suspect in the armed robbery of a local restaurant.

Shreveport Mayor's injuries require surgery, lengthy recovery

KSLA News 12 is learning just how bad the slip and fall injuries are for Shreveport Mayor Cedric Glover.

'Butter,' shot in Shreveport-Bossier, opens Friday

Made in Hollywood South, 'Butter' opens in select theatres nationwide Friday.

Pres. debate winner in 'eye of beholder'

After the first presidential debate Wednesday (10/03/12) night, you might conclude that political performance, just like beauty, truly is in the 'eye of the beholder.'

Shreveport native sings to national stage

Shreveport native Willie Jones surprised XFactor judges and audience when he performed country during a live television audition.

Tracy Porter Pick 6 Foundation holds Saints vs Broncos contest

The Tracy Porter Pick 6 Foundation is holding a contest that offers tickets to the New Orleans Saints and Denver Broncos football game on October 28th.

Firefighters battling Highland house fire

Firefighters are battling a blaze at a home in Shreveport's Highland neighborhood.

Benton demos new tornado siren

The Town of Benton on Tuesday demonstrated its new tornado siren recently purchased with state grant funds, while setting forth guidelines for its use.

Haughton High Band dedicates halftime show to Matthew Kirkhart

As the Haughton High Band warms up for practice, every student knows that what they are preparing for has a lot riding on it.

Voting preps well underway

When voters head to the polls for the presidential election on Tuesday, November 6th, many not realize the countless hours dedicated to pulling it off without a hitch. So, we take you behind-the-scenes.

Golden Apple Award Winner: Carolyn Merrill

Golden Apple Award Winner: Becky Bays

iPhone 5 lines across the ArkLaTex

KSLA News 12's Emily Black takes a look at the people already in line for an iPhone 5 at the AT&T store on Youree Drive this morning.

Man convicted for killing celebrity's brother accused of murder again

Traffic Alert: I-30 shut down after 18-wheeler vs. van wreck

A section of I-30 in Texarkana, Texas is shut down following a wreck involving an 18-wheeler and a van Monday morning.

BCPD: Husband shot wife to help her avoid military duty

Bossier City police have arrested a man on a weapons charge after an investigation found that he shot his wife after she talked him into it so that she could avoid military service.

Family says airline removed Downs Syndrome son

From KTLA: A California family says they were kicked off a plane because their son has Down Syndrome.

Evacuees leave Shreveport; receive gift from generous man

Isaac evacuees headed home

Hundreds of Isaac evacuees are headed back home to South Louisiana.

Local firefighters help southern counterparts during Isaac

Some fire crews in south Louisiana had worked 48 hours straight in the wake of Hurricane and then-Tropical Storm Isaac. So, a group of firefighters from parishes in NW Louisiana teamed-up to give their colleagues down south a much-needed break.

LaPlace residents brought to Shreveport after town flooded

Over half of those forced from their homes had to board buses and make the 300-plus mile drive to the old Sam's Club building on Jewella Avenue. As of 9 a.m., 10 buses with about 450 folks had made it to the shelter with another 1,000 expected throughout the day.

Isaac causing few problems so far in NW LA

KSLA Stormtracker 12 Meteorologist Ron Young says Isaac hasn't had as big an impact on NW LA as thought.

Dillard students, staff arrive at Centenary

Students from Dillard University seeking shelter from Tropical Storm Isaac arrived at Centenary College Tuesday morning.

Texarkana, AR begins mosquito spraying to ward off West Nile Virus

Paul Heckleman, Public Works Director for Texarkana, AR, talks on Thursday about plans to start spraying for mosquitos within the city.

KSLA StormTracker 12 Weather Update

After a warm and muggy start to the day storms, some severe, will develop possibly by noon in the I-30 corridor and in the late afternoon into the evening in the I-20 corridor. We will see gusty south winds with highs in the 80s.