Daffney Dawson
Digital Content Producer - KSLA
Shreveport, La.
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Daffney Dawson joined the KSLA News 12 team in June of 2020.
She has lived in Louisiana for most of her life and became interested in journalism while studying at Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss. While there, she served as the opinion’s editor for the Purple and White newspaper, spent a summer interning for KSLA, and served as an intern for the Mississippi Center for Investigative Reporting.
Daffney graduated from Millsaps with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies, as well as double minors in music and Spanish.
In her spare time, Daffney enjoys traveling, discovering new music, and watching Marvel movies.
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The crash remains under investigation.
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The roads have been reopened to traffic.
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Tension regarding who would manage Shreveport’s pools this summer began after an area company expressed confusion over their proposal being rejected over an out-of-state company.
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Another hearing will take place on August 4.
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The pool was significantly damaged and had to be drained before a towing company could remove the truck.
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Police have confirmed there was a fatal, however, other injuries are unknown at this time.
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The incident occurred on U.S. Hwy 371, just south of Pietsch Road.
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On Friday, May 13, he turned himself in and was booked into the Red River Parish Jail.
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Construction will begin June 2022 and is expected to wrap up in the summer of 2023
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The charge of first-degree rape carries a mandatory life sentence.
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COVID-19 vaccinations are underway across the ArkLaTex.
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According to Louisiana State Police, two men have been arrested in separate child porn cases.
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The estimated total balances owed by the class of 2022 was $300,000.
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The incident occurred at North Park Apartments on Montgomery Street
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On May 4, three warrants for felony theft were issued for Cobb’s arrest.
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A man is now behind bars after efforts made by both the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Shreveport Police Department.
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GSU announces independent review to be conducted on allegations involving women’s volleyball program
The final report will be presented to GSU President Rick Gallot.
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Dunn hit the two victims with so much force, the barrel of the handgun broke and was found on the living room floor.
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Cannon argued that his trial counsel undermined his defense.
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Williams was wanted for second-degree murder in connection to a shooting that happened on March 29 in the 8200 block of Pines Road.
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Police say they believe the suspect knows the victim and that it was a targeted attack.
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According to the Caddo Parish District Attorney’s Office, three men have been indicted in connection to recent sex crimes.
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Detectives say the matter is still under investigation.
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Allegiant will offer the flights starting May 27 through Nov. 14.
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The arrest comes after the man’s dad and twin brother were also arrested for felony sexual abuse charges.
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According to the Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Office, two clerks allegedly stole thousands of dollars from two villages.
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No arrests have been made. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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The incident occurred at the Sterling Crest Apartments.
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Spring Fest starts Thursday, April 28, and runs through May 8.
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An explosion of a gas well on Barksdale Air Force Base was reported just before noon on Tuesday, April 19.
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The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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Johns said the process is estimated to take a few months.
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Jackson’s bail is set at $20,000.
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According to the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office, a man and woman were arrested after an incident at Southwood High School
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The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
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“I am glad that I was there and able to help.”
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The incident occurred near the 500 block of Herndon Street and 1600 block of Creswell Avenue.
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No firearms were located, despite certain social media posts.
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The incident occurred on U.S. Highway 79, just north of Grider Road.
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Toon’s vehicle was recovered in the Narrows at Mt. Fork River.
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The incident occurred on Morningside Drive.
The teen was initially reported missing by her parents on Thursday, March 31.
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Caddo Schools said they are aware of the threat.
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The investigation into the incident is ongoing.