Michael Barnes
Reporter - KSLA
Shreveport, La.

Michael Barnes is an alum of Caddo Magnet High and a recent graduate of Louisiana State University Shreveport.
Barnes loves and appreciates all forms of art: music, fashion, cinematography, and storytelling. Listening to music is his main hobby. He also loves to eat! Journalism is a passion of his. The best part of the job, in his opinion, is meeting new people.
Updated: 12 hours ago
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) is celebrating Christmas in various artsy ways this year!
Updated: 20 hours ago
|By Michael Barnes
Members of the parish’s Employee Council helped put together any toys or bikes that needed assembly.
Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 6:58 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
For the ArkLaTex, Harrison, Marion and Panola counties are covered by the system.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 8:34 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Those that get the flu will likely experience muscle and body aches, chills, runny nose, cough and a headache.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 7:29 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Last year, $3.1 billion was donated to groups and nonprofits for fundraising efforts.
Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 10:52 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Political analyst describes what court will be looking for in considering lawsuit
Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 10:19 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Wonderland of Lights kicks off the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 9:35 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Many of you have made lists and checked out the deals for Black Friday, but will you be shopping at small businesses?
Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 6:41 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The organization is planning to hand out about 1,200 meals for Thanksgiving, but they’re still searching for the fixings.
Updated: Nov. 20, 2023 at 10:57 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
This week is one of the busiest of the year at Shreveport Regional
Updated: Nov. 14, 2023 at 6:51 PM CST
|By Daffney Dawson and Michael Barnes
There are three main types of diabetes.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2023 at 6:26 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The three-day camp is free.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2023 at 5:15 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Both of these events will take place on campus in the Alphonse Jackson Building.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2023 at 5:20 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Brittney Hazelton
The Daylight Saving Time shift is upon us again, and many people struggle with the time and light changes.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2023 at 6:35 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
In more populated cities, there have been less officer involved shootings this year.
Updated: Nov. 6, 2023 at 7:23 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Shreve Memorial Libraries is inviting the community to take part in two special events this month!
Updated: Nov. 3, 2023 at 5:26 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Enjoy grand festivities as you honor your loved ones and immerse yourself in Hispanic culture.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 9:01 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Brittney Hazelton
The Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (CADA) will be taking to the community to find out how people want future crises handled.
Updated: Nov. 1, 2023 at 8:57 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Brittney Hazelton
November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and a nonprofit organization is doing its part to raise awareness.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2023 at 7:39 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Michael Barnes spoke with event organizers about how the event came together.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2023 at 5:29 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
The event will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27
Updated: Oct. 25, 2023 at 4:58 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Attendees can get a free flu vaccine and skin cancer screening at the event.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2023 at 9:00 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Local attorneys will visit several SML branches to offer free individual “Ask-a-Lawyer” sessions on civil legal issues.
Updated: Oct. 23, 2023 at 11:29 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Daffney Dawson
This will take place at the Caddo Parish Courthouse.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2023 at 6:54 AM CDT
|By Daffney Dawson and Michael Barnes
The haunted house is located at the Louisiana Boardwalk.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2023 at 5:26 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
A well-known breast cancer survivor and advocate joins us in the KSLA studio to talk about life after winning the battle.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2023 at 6:00 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Brittney Hazelton
Leslie Peck of SporTran talks about what the company found this year.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2023 at 5:56 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Daffney Dawson
The event will take place in Betty Virginia Park.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2023 at 6:05 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Lee says everyone should have a fire escape plan and working smoke/carbon monoxide detectors throughout their home.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2023 at 5:31 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Breast cancer Dr. Nayanatara Swamy, from LSU Health, is visiting the KSLA studio to share information about breast cancer.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2023 at 4:58 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
According to the CDC, October is typically the starting point for flu season and other viruses like COVID and RSV.
Updated: Oct. 9, 2023 at 6:03 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Daffney Dawson
Proceeds from the patch go to area missions and charities.
Updated: Oct. 5, 2023 at 10:32 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Witte says unattended cooking is a leading cause of fires.
Updated: Oct. 4, 2023 at 9:38 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Some of that money is coming directly to the ArkLaTex.
Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 7:04 AM CDT
|By Daffney Dawson and Michael Barnes
‘Transforming the Foundational Postsecondary Experience” is a national initiative.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 11:32 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
She meets with gymnastics team to talk about her experience rising to the grand circus stage
Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 7:07 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
It’s Library Card Sign-Up Month!
Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:52 PM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
For 12 years, a highly anticipated annual tattoo festival has brought together tattoo enthusiasts, artists, and vendors to showcase their passion for the art.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:24 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Learn why Shreveport Common is an award-winning area with three fun events happening this upcoming weekend.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 5:41 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Spend a full day networking and learning about nonprofits from across the state.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:55 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
Get out and register at 4 p.m.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 11:07 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
“We couldn’t think of a better place ... to bring it to audiences for the very first time”
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 5:55 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
All three panels will be held at a different Shreve Memorial Library Branch.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 9:31 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
The countdown to the return of the Ringling Brothers continues today.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 6:26 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes and Daffney Dawson
Tune in to KSLA News 12 this week for sneak peeks at the fun!
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 5:36 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
LSUS’ athletic director believes a small act can be a big deal for young students.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 7:20 PM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
The newest Friendship House in Shreveport was dedicated by Community Renewal on Wednesday morning
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 6:58 AM CDT
|By Michael Barnes
The highly anticipated Citizen Police Academy is already at capacity
Updated: Sep. 4, 2023 at 5:32 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
As we know, Labor Day is a particularly busy time of the year for traveling.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:06 AM CDT
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Supplies will support teachers, and money donations will go to good causes.