The National Hurricane Center has classified Hurricane Laura as a 'Major Hurricane' with the potential for catastrophic storm surges, extreme winds, and flash flooding. The storm is currently a Category 3 hurricane with potential to reach a Category 4 before making landfall. Not only will this directly impact South Louisiana but could potentially cause damage in North Louisiana as well. The National Weather Storm predicts Laura could reach our area as a Category 1 hurricane and cause flash flooding, tornadoes and wind damage. Check back here for all updates on the storm.

Nationwide Chlorine Shortage Could Make for a Bummer of a Summer
Oh, and also it's Louisiana's fault. Actually, it's Hurricane Laura's fault.

Shreveport’s 10 Most Clicked Weather Stories Of 2020
These major stories from 2020 had little to do with the COVID-19 pandemic, but were still very serious.

Supplies Needed for Lake Charles
"Please don't forget about us! There is still so much to do and we are low on supplies"

Shreveport Salvation Army Helping in Monroe Area
Local Salvation Army sends help to the Monroe area.

Bossier Sheriff Opens Donation Sites for Aid to Hurricane Victims
He's established three donation centers for the public to drop off various supplies to help residents in the Calcasieu Parish area

UPDATE: What’s the Latest on Getting Power Back on in SBC?
Crews continue to work to get power back on in SBC

Health Department Lists Deaths from Hurricane Laura
More details have been released about the victims of Hurricane Laura

Mayor of Lake Charles Asks for Nationwide Donations
The city of Lake Charles received the brunt of the impact of Hurricane Laura. Now, the South Louisiana city needs our help.

Waitr Offering Free Shreveport Delivery Due to Hurricane
The waitrapp.com is also partnering with relief organizations that are focused on supporting families affected by Hurricane Laura. You can help, click here for more info.

Want to Help? Here’s a List of Agencies in Need
Here are the agencies that need our help right now in southwest Louisiana.

Several La. Parishes Under Burn Ban Due to Hurricane Laura
Normally when the State Fire Marshal, Butch Browning, issues a burn ban for a number of Louisiana parishes, it's due to dangerously dry conditions.

2 Caddo Schools Remain Closed Because of No Power
2 Caddo schools won't be opening back up today. Here's the status of other school districts, too.