Tayler Davis

Reporter - KSLA

Shreveport, La.

Tayler previously worked at KFVS12 in Cape Girardeau, Mo. She received a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Tayler also has a master’s degree from Grambling State University.

As a student, she was chosen to be a Reuters White House Correspondent Recipient, becoming the first to be selected at Grambling State University. Tayler says her goal is to continue to be a voice for the community.

When she's not telling stories, she loves hanging out with family and friends and eating seafood.

Education:

University of Louisiana at Monroe, bachelor's in political science
Grambling State University, master's in communications

Recent Articles by Tayler

Fans speak on Bayou Classic, Port City Fest experience

Fans from across the state gathered on Saturday, April 17, for the 47th annual Bayou Classic game.

Tayler Davis

Published April 17, 2021 at 8:23 PM

Fans excited for this weekend’s Bayou Classic in Shreveport

The 47th Annual Bayou Classic will be played at Independence Stadium in Shreveport Saturday, April 17, and fans are getting excited.

Tayler Davis

Published April 16, 2021 at 1:55 PM

Black-owned businesses gear up for Bayou Classic Expo

The Bayou Classic Expo runs from April 15 to April 17 at the Shreveport Convention Center.

Daffney Dawson and Tayler Davis

Published April 15, 2021 at 2:57 PM

Newly elected mayor of Bossier City selects CAO

Newly elected mayor of Bossier City, Tommy Chandler, has made his choice for the city’s new chief administrative officer.

Rachael Thomas and Tayler Davis

Published April 14, 2021 at 10:26 AM

Shreveport doctor discusses ‘pause’ on Johnson & Johnson vaccine after reports of blood clots

On Tuesday, April 13, KSLA’s Tayler Davis spoke with Dr. John Vanchiere with LSU Health Shreveport about what people should know about this “pause.”

Tayler Davis

Published April 13, 2021 at 3:25 PM

Shreveport businesses looking forward to boom from Bayou Classic

Many businesses in the Shreveport area are looking forward to a potential boom in business with the Bayou Classic, scheduled for Saturday, April 17.

Tayler Davis

Published April 9, 2021 at 2:52 PM

Investigation continues into incident that left mother of nine dead on Easter

A mother of nine children was shot and killed in a crowded Shreveport parking lot on the evening of Easter Sunday.

Tayler Davis

Published April 8, 2021 at 4:41 PM

Texas residents react to Gov. Abbott signing ban on government-mandated ‘vaccine passports’

Governor Greg Abbott has signed a executive to ban a mandate on vaccine passports in the State of Texas.

Tayler Davis

Published April 6, 2021 at 1:40 PM

Shreveport churches prepare for Easter services with COVID-19 restrictions

Churches have had to implement many changes to how services are held during the coronavirus pandemic.

Tayler Davis

Published April 2, 2021 at 4:37 PM

Johnson & Johnson quality control issue might impact people’s trust in COVID-19 vaccines

KSLA News 12′s Tayler Davis speaks with Dr. John Vanchiere about the problem and how it could affect those who already are hesitant about getting vaccinated

Curtis Heyen and Tayler Davis

Published April 1, 2021 at 3:57 PM

Pediatric specialist, parents discuss Pfizer vaccine being available before kids head back to school

Currently, Pfizer’s vaccine is the only one that the FDA has approved for teenagers age 16 or older

Tayler Davis and Curtis Heyen

Published March 31, 2021 at 3:26 PM

Damaged houses, trees, fences and other structures left in its wake

Tayler Davis and Curtis Heyen

Published March 29, 2021 at 5:04 PM

Neighborhood comes together to clean up blight in an effort to fight crime

In an effort to fight crime and provide more economic opportunities in District B, Councilwoman LeVette Fuller is cleaning up her district.

Tayler Davis

Published March 26, 2021 at 3:45 PM

Three vehicles involved in crash near I-20 exit in downtown Shreveport

Three people are recovering following a crash on Friday morning in downtown Shreveport.

Tayler Davis and Alex Onken

Published March 26, 2021 at 9:39 AM

Health expert speaks on vaccine apprehension, herd immunity

The Louisiana Department of Health reports that 10,073 people have died from COVID-19 and 654,876 people have completed their vaccine series.

Tayler Davis

Published March 25, 2021 at 2:52 PM

Community tornado sirens: Why some areas have them and others don’t

While some parishes in the ArkLaTex are equipped with community tornado sirens, not all areas have them.

Tayler Davis and Daffney Dawson

Published March 24, 2021 at 2:41 PM

Shreveport councilwoman proposes adding street cameras to decrease crime

Councilwoman Tabitha Taylor brought forth her idea at the Public Safety committee meeting to add street cameras to some areas in Shreveport to help officers and combat crime.

Tayler Davis

Published March 23, 2021 at 9:48 PM

Community reacts to mother, child being hit by stray bullet while at Shreveport motel

“We hear regularly about children hiding in bathtubs because they fear bullets coming through windows”

Tayler Davis

Published March 22, 2021 at 10:26 PM

LSU Health Shreveport holds annual Match Day ceremony for graduates

Friday, March 19 was Match Day for medical students nationwide.

Tayler Davis

Published March 19, 2021 at 10:27 PM

Woman dead following crash involving Nash police vehicle

Everyone involved was wearing seatbelts. The crash remains under investigation.

Alex Onken and Tayler Davis

Published March 17, 2021 at 9:00 AM

Family honors anniversary of Marquis Hudspeth’s death

Eighteen years ago, 25-year-old Marquis Hudspeth was shot and killed by police after they mistook his cell phone as a handgun.

Tayler Davis

Published March 16, 2021 at 9:40 PM

Many look forward to seeing elderly relatives after LDH loosens restrictions on nursing homes, assisted-living facilities

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is now instructing all nursing and assisted living facilities to follow new guidance from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as it pertains to visitation.

Tayler Davis

Published March 15, 2021 at 1:38 PM

Shreveport experiences violent couple of days; city leaders focus on fighting crime

There were multiple shootings in Shreveport the week of March 8.

Tayler Davis

Published March 12, 2021 at 1:43 PM

La. State Fair Grounds planning for increase in people seeking vaccine after eligibility vastly expanded

Many people at the Louisiana State Fair Grounds voiced their thoughts Wednesday, March 10 just one day after Governor John Bel Edwards announced greatly expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine.

Tayler Davis

Published March 10, 2021 at 1:35 PM

Community members react to Gov. Edwards’ expansion of vaccine eligibility

Gov. John Bel Edwards announced in a news conference Tuesday, March 9, that the state of Louisiana would be expanding vaccine eligibility.

Tayler Davis

Published March 9, 2021 at 4:57 PM

Should service industry workers be prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine? Community weighs in

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is now listing grocery store workers, public transit workers, postal workers, and food/agricultural workers as “essential” in terms of vaccine eligibility, however, that’s not the case in Louisiana and Texas.

Tayler Davis

Published March 8, 2021 at 1:52 PM

La. enters Phase 3; some Shreveport area festivals continue with 2021 plans

Louisiana is now in Phase 3. So what does that mean for activities and festivals in Shreveport?

Tayler Davis

Published March 5, 2021 at 1:38 PM

After 2 hit-and-runs in Shreveport in less than a week, SPD talks about why people tend to leave the scene

After two hit-and-run cases (one of them fatal) in Shreveport in just a few days, the Shreveport Police Department is talking about why people are inclined to drive off after hitting someone.

Tayler Davis

Published March 4, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Texas residents express concern for upcoming electric, gas bills following winter storm

Large payments in Texas power and electricity bills have residents concerned for what kind of charges they can expect this month following the winter storm.

Tayler Davis

Published March 2, 2021 at 7:24 PM

United Cajun Navy helping out in Shreveport after severe winter weather

The United Cajun Navy and the Shreveport Volunteer Network are teaming up with a Shreveport area church to distribute food and water to people in need after the severe winter weather that moved through the ArkLaTex the week of Feb. 15.

Rachael Thomas and Tayler Davis

Published February 27, 2021 at 10:24 PM

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