Shreveport Mayor Proposes 2027 Pay Raises for Police, Firefighters Using Data Center Revenue
City of Shreveport, Shreveport City Council
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux is proposing pay increases for police officers and firefighters in the 2027 city budget, citing new revenue projected from the region’s growing data center industry. The proposal comes as Shreveport competes with surrounding communities to retain and recruit public safety personnel amid staffing challenges. Specific figures and a budget timeline are expected as the 2027 budget process advances through the Shreveport City Council.
Caddo Coroner Identifies Woman Killed in Labor Day Hit-and-Run
Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office, Shreveport Police Department
The Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office has identified the woman killed in a hit-and-run crash on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7, in Shreveport. Shreveport Police are continuing to investigate the crash and are seeking the driver responsible. Anyone with information is asked to contact Shreveport Police or Shreveport-Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373.
Shreveport, Bossier City Team Up for Waterways Cleanup This Saturday
Shreveport Green, Keep Bossier Beautiful
Shreveport Green and Keep Bossier Beautiful are joining forces for the “Love Our Waterways Caddo-Bossier Cleanup Kickoff” this Saturday at Cross Lake. Volunteers are needed to help clear litter from local waterways across both parishes. The event is free and open to the public. Additional details on registration and meeting points are available through Shreveport Green and Keep Bossier Beautiful.
Bossier Schools to Hold Three 9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies Tomorrow
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier Parish Schools will mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with three separate remembrance ceremonies Thursday, Sept. 11. The ceremonies will be held at Airline High School at 8 a.m., at the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home at 10:30 a.m. at 3130 Arthur Ray Teague Parkway in Bossier City, and at a third location to be confirmed. A section of steel from the World Trade Center’s South Tower will be part of the commemoration. The public is encouraged to attend and honor the memory of those lost.
LSUS Celebrating Constitution Day with Three Days of Events
LSU Shreveport
LSU Shreveport is marking Constitution Day — observed Sept. 17 — with three days of educational events open to students and the public. The program highlights the role Louisiana played in shaping the American Revolution and the early formation of the United States. Additional details on the schedule and locations are available through the LSUS Office of Academic Affairs at lsus.edu.