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A Benton man who is classified as a Tier 1 sex offender is behind bars after investigators uncovered child sexual abuse material during an ongoing investigation, according to the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Shreveport Police Arrest Violent Offender The Shreveport Police Department, with help from Bossier Police, has arrested Quinton Palmer, wanted for two counts of Second-Degree Rape involving a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old victim.

Nineteen people connected to a massive marijuana trafficking operation centered in the Shreveport-Bossier area have now been sentenced to a combined total of more than 87 years in federal prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office Western District of Louisiana.

What is Next Step In Judge Sims’ Case

Grayson Boucher is finishing up two consecutive terms as the District D Shreveport City councilman. He will be termed out and cannot seek reelection.

Shreveport Public Assembly & Recreation (SPAR) reported a strong turnout for its pre-Thanksgiving turkey distribution event, where more than 300 families received holiday meals thanks to support from community partners. According to SPAR, the initiative was made possible through a partnership with Healthy Blue, whose contributions helped ensure local families would have access to a Thanksgiving meal. SPAR’s recreation team prepared, organized, and distributed each turkey, working throughout the event to assist residents. SPAR officials expressed gratitude for the volunteers, staff members, and community partners who helped make the distribution possible. The organization noted that efforts like this reflect its ongoing mission to support a stronger and healthier Shreveport, especially during the holiday season.

There will be lots of shopping, lots of gifts and gift ideas and a lot of fun at the Bossier City Civic Center as we kickoff the Holiday season with Mistletoe and More. We guarantee there will be something for everyone. Great gifts, clothing, holiday foods, candies and crafts all in the same place. If you’re ready to get in the “Christmas Spirit” make your way out this weekend to the Bossier Civic Center and enjoy “Mistletoe and More.”

The Caddo Parish Grand Jury returned eight true bills in its session that ended November 21, 2025.