VENICE, Fla. (WFLA) -- The attorney for Gabby Petito's family says Brian Laundrie's parents have admitted what their son told them in the days after killing his 22-year-old fiancé in August 2021. During depositions for the upcoming civil trial between the two families, Chris and Roberta Laundrie said in a "frantic" phone call on Aug. 29, 2021, two days after Petito was believed to have been murdered, that their son informed them that Petito was "gone" and that he needed a lawyer, according to Petito attorney Pat Reilly. Reilly said Chris and Roberta Laundrie did not admit to knowing Petito had ..read more

NATCHITOCHES PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - A teenager remains in serious condition in a regional trauma center after a crash on US-71 north of Campti. According to authorities, a 16-year-old student at Fairview Alpha was driving a 2016 Audi SUV northbound on US-71 north of La. Hwy 3163. They reportedly left the road around 11:53 p.m. and struck a road sign. The teenager then traveled off the shoulder, striking a utility pole before coming to a stop. Teen in serious condition after crash on US-71 (Source: Natchitoches Parish Sheriff's Office) NATCOM 911 received an automated crash detection report ..read more

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - A man was wounded in a drive-by shooting in Shreveport's Ingleside neighborhood Sunday afternoon. Police said a man was standing outside on the 3000 block of Midway Ave. when a grey car pulled up around 3:55 p.m. The occupants shot at the man multiple times before taking off. Drive-by shooting on Midway Ave. in Shreveport (Source: KTAL/KMSS staff) Drive-by shooting on Midway Ave. in Shreveport (Source: KTAL/KMSS staff) Drive-by shooting on Midway Ave. in Shreveport (Source: KTAL/KMSS staff ..read more

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — When you think of the most fun cities in America, what comes to mind? WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities based on 65 pertinent metrics. The three key dimensions were entertainment and recreation, nightlife and parties, and overall costs ..read more

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - Meet Mistletoe, an adorable three-month-old male Labrador Retriever mix now available for adoption at Caddo Parish Animal Services ..read more

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) -- Kroger announced an event that will save customers their hard earned cash during the cold and flu season. (Source: Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle via AP) Kroger's wellness savings event is running now through Dec. 12. During the event customers are eligible to save $10 when they use their shopper's card and spend $30 on select health and wellness items. Jess Loesch, the Health and Wellness Leader in Kroger's Dallas Division, said that Kroger helps customers save on essential products and encourages shoppers to take control of their health by getting vaccinated ..read more

BOOM OR BUST BYWAY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Art submitted for a contest that will be featured along a scenic route that weaves through northwest Louisiana, is being judged online by… you. That’s right. You get to help decide which laser-cut design should be used as new gateway signs along the Boom or Bust Scenic Byway. The contest, sponsored by the Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) and Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau, has three semifinalists for each location. East Texas refuge, once an ammunition plant, helped thaw the Cold War The byway has been selected as an All-American B ..read more

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - It will be a sunny and cool Monday. Dry weather is expected for much of this week, but the weekend will bring a strong cold front that will need to be monitored for potential severe weather. It's clear and cold this morning with sunrise temperatures in the low to mid-40s. A dry cold front moved through overnight and you will feel the cool north breeze kicking in this morning. High pressure will bring a sunny and cool day with temperatures in the 50s and low 60s this afternoon, near-average for the date. Current Futurecast Loop The rest of the week will be pleasan ..read more

We will find a parade of cold fronts as we go through the 7 day Forecast. Oh, My!! Did you miss our cold front this morning?? That's OK because there is another one pushing into the ArkLaTex overnight. And, yet another cold front oozes through the area after midnight Tuesday. This front will bring a nice chill by midweek after a big warm-up on Tuesday. Tuesday high temperatures will be in the upper 50s. north to upper 60s south. Wednesday will be a bit cooler with morning lows in the 30s the near 40°. Afternoon highs will be likely either side of 60°. Current Futurecast LoopLows TomorrowHighs ..read more

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - As schools in Caddo and Bossier prepare to close for the holidays, keeping the kids entertained becomes a top priority. Luckily, there are fun camps and activities available for local families. Take a look at some of the sports, STEM and other options in the area: BHP Billiton YMCA - Christmas Dance Camps Dec. 20-22 (ages 7 - 12) 1-3 PM Dec. 20-22 (ages 4-6) 9 AM-11:30 AM Dec. 27-29 (ages 7 - 12) 1-3 PM Dec. 27-29 (ages 4-6) 9:30-11:30 AM Non-member $50 Register online SPAR - Basketball Camp Dec. 20th (3rd-12th grade) Check-In: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free Register online ..read more