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Bossier City announces first water rate increase since 2007

The City of Bossier City will implement an increase in water rates starting February 1, 2025.

By Shreveport Reporter | Jan 31, 2025

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Caddo Parish in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $1,993,604 in grants for economic development projects in Caddo Parish, Louisiana.

By Shreveport Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

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EDA awards over $1 million in grants for economic development projects in Bossier Parish in 2023

By Shreveport Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $1,993,604 in grants for economic development projects in Bossier Parish, Louisiana.

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Two men sentenced for federal drug and firearms charges

By Shreveport Reporter | Jan 14, 2025

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced the sentencing of two men in Monroe on federal drug and firearms charges.

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Lake Charles men sentenced for drug trafficking and firearms offenses

By Shreveport Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

Two Lake Charles men have been sentenced for drug trafficking and firearms offenses, according to United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown.

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Federal jury convicts Derrick Long in Monroe drug trafficking case

By Shreveport Reporter | Nov 19, 2024

A federal jury in Monroe, Louisiana, has found Derrick Long, also known as "Deelong," guilty of drug trafficking.

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Lafayette man sentenced to over 17 years for child pornography production

By Shreveport Reporter | Nov 15, 2024

Matthew Matherne, a 46-year-old resident of Broussard, Louisiana, has been sentenced to 210 months in federal prison for producing child pornography.

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Pineville man sentenced to over 12 years for illegal firearm possession

By Shreveport Reporter | Nov 7, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown has announced the sentencing of Derrick Dewayne Swafford, a 30-year-old from Pineville, Louisiana.

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Georgia woman sentenced to prison for drug trafficking through Acadiana area

By Shreveport Reporter | Oct 23, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown has announced the sentencing of Sarah Rose Cea, a 34-year-old resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia. Cea received a 15-year prison sentence followed by three years of supervised release for drug trafficking charges. The sentence was handed down by United States District Judge David C. Joseph.

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Jewelry store robber sentenced to over two decades in federal prison

By Shreveport Reporter | Oct 11, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown has announced the sentencing of Trevione James Terry, 26, from Houston, who was convicted in a jewelry store robbery case in Lake Charles. United States District Judge James D. Cain, Jr. sentenced Terry to 241 months in prison and five years of supervised release.

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Owner/operator pleads guilty to wire fraud charge involving retirement services

By Shreveport Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, La. – United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that Jerry O. Pearson, 61, appeared in the Western District of Louisiana today and pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. United States District Judge Dee D. Drell presided over the hearing in Alexandria.

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Bossier City switches drinking water disinfectant from chloramines to chlorine temporarily

By Shreveport Reporter | Aug 14, 2024

The City of Bossier City has announced a temporary change in the disinfectant used for its drinking water, switching from chloramines to chlorine.

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Shreveport woman pleads guilty to aiming laser pointer at aircraft

By Shreveport Reporter | Aug 13, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced today that April Nicole Poitras, 45, of Shreveport, Louisiana, has entered a guilty plea in federal court. Poitras appeared before United States District Judge S. Maurice Hicks, Jr., and pleaded guilty to two counts of aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft.

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City of Bossier City updates online payment portal instructions for utility services

By Shreveport Reporter | Aug 6, 2024

The City of Bossier City has updated its payment portal instructions for existing customers, offering new features to streamline the process.

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Romanian citizens sentenced for wire fraud scheme involving false IDs

By Shreveport Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that Dorin Munteanu Racu, also known as Adrian Ciobanu, a 41-year-old Romanian citizen unlawfully residing in the Western District of Louisiana, has been sentenced to federal prison. United States District Judge S. Maurice Hicks, Jr. handed down the maximum sentence of 60 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.

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Crime spree ends with lengthy federal sentences for three Louisiana men

By Shreveport Reporter | Jul 3, 2024

Three men who engaged in a crime spree across multiple states have been sentenced to lengthy federal prison terms, announced United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown. Each defendant pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act Robbery and possessing a firearm during a crime of violence.

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U.S Attorney announces availability of Project Safe Neighborhoods grant funds

By Shreveport Reporter | Jun 25, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown and the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Task Force have announced the availability of approximately $152,565 in PSN grant funds for the Western District of Louisiana. The Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP), and Bureau of Justice Assistance are seeking applications for funding under the PSN Program. At least 30% ($41,192.55) of the grant funds must be designated for new and/or current gang violence reduction strategies in the Western District.

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United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

By Shreveport Reporter | Jun 14, 2024

United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown joined national, state, local, and Tribal leaders today in recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Since 2006, WEAAD has been commemorated to promote awareness and increase understanding of the many forms of elder abuse as well as the resources available to those at risk. Highlighting the partnership between law enforcement and the public, U.S. Attorney Brown emphasized the importance of awareness and education.

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Speaker Johnson criticizes Biden's Israel policy, addresses antisemitism on campuses

By Shreveport Reporter | May 9, 2024

Speaker Johnson recently appeared on Squawk Box to discuss President Biden's stance on Israel, the rising issue of antisemitism on college campuses, and the proposed SAVE Act.

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Speaker Johnson remains firm after failed attempt to vacate position

By Shreveport Reporter | May 8, 2024

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson addressed the media following a failed motion to vacate his position as Speaker of the House. He expressed gratitude towards his colleagues for their support and dismissed the attempt to remove him from office as misguided.