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  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:24:29 GMT
    Do you donate blood? The LifeShare blood center in Alexandria hopes to increase their inventory of blood to help with the aftermath of the Oklahoma tornado disaster that devastated the area Monday. The
    Do you donate blood? The LifeShare blood center in Alexandria hopes to increase their inventory of blood to help with the aftermath of the Oklahoma tornado disaster that devastated the area Monday. The
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:24:19 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - At 5pm Tuesday, the Rapides Parish School Board will discuss a new plan for schools set forth by incoming Superintendent Nason Authement. On News Channel 5 at 6pm,
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - At 5pm Tuesday, the Rapides Parish School Board will discuss a new plan for schools set forth by incoming Superintendent Nason Authement. On News Channel 5 at 6pm, Matt Jordan will talk to staff at an at-risk school and get their thoughts on the future.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:16:16 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La-- ASH will hold an academic awards ceremony at the Boy's Gym at 8:00 a.m. May 21, 2013. Special guest and families are invited to attend. Well have the details on News Channel 5 tonight
    ALEXANDRIA, La-- ASH will hold an academic awards ceremony at the Boy's Gym at 8:00 a.m. May 21, 2013. Special guest and families are invited to attend. Well have the details on News Channel 5 tonight
  • NEW LLANO, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Hana restaurant agrees to pay nearly $115,000 in back wages.
    NEW LLANO, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – The Hana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, restaurant has agreed to pay 135 servers and chefs in back wages. This comes after an investigation by the U.S. Department
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Rapides Parish is participating in the Big Library Read beginning May 15th -June 1st.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Rapides Parish is participating in the Big Library Read beginning May 15th -June 1st. Customers from librarys across the globe will be reading "The Four Corners
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Cenla's American Red Cross at 425 Bolton Ave. will be conducting the first several Hurricane Preparedness exercises for 2013.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Cenla's American Red Cross at 425 Bolton Ave. will be conducting the first several Hurricane Preparedness exercises for 2013. The beginning of hurricane season
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Relief agencies are accepting donations to assist victims of the deadly storms in Oklahoma. If you would like to make a "text" donation, a 10-dollar charge will
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Relief agencies are accepting donations to assist victims of the deadly storms in Oklahoma.
  • LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Leesville police will be partaking in the Click It or Ticket campaign.
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Leesville police will be partaking in the Click It or Ticket campaign. Motorists are already at risk of getting a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt. It is the law.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:35 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:35:51 GMT
    MONTGOMERY, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--The Town of Montgomery has issued a boil advisory due to a main water line break. For more information call 318-646-3110.
    MONTGOMERY, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--The Town of Montgomery has issued a boil advisory due to a main water line break.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La— On this edition of Crystal's Critters we speak with Angela Lodridge with the Natchitoches Animal Shelter. Hello Angela how are you? Hi pretty good how are you? I'm pretty good. You have
    Bringing home a new puppy is one of life's greatest joys. Meet our new friends that are in need of new homes in this week's Crystal's Critters.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:10:48 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Lower Third District of Alexandria is one of the most historically rich and diverse in the city. An effort is being made to revitalize the district. News Channel
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Lower Third District of Alexandria is one of the most historically rich and diverse in the city. An effort is being made to revitalize the district.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:58:33 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Comedian, Writer and Filmmaker discusses history of African-American comedy at Main Library. Comedian, Writer and Filmmaker Darryl "D'Militant" Littleton educated
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Comedian, Writer and Filmmaker discusses history of African-American comedy at Main Library.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 6:52 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:52:10 GMT
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Members of First Baptist Church-Amulet of Nachitoches organized a neighborhood clean-up. Members of First Baptist Church on Amulet Street organized a neighborhood
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Members of First Baptist Church-Amulet of Nachitoches organized a neighborhood clean-up.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:20:02 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Intersection at LA 28 will experience lane closures due to intersection improvement. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Intersection at LA 28 will experience lane closures due to intersection improvement.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 20th, The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon. The topic of discussion was on the subject of protecting businesses from catastrophic events taking place.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 20th, The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon. The topic of discussion was on the subject of protecting businesses from catastrophic events
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Ken Chamblin was made the pastor for Horseshoe Baptist Church. Chamblin was the pastor during the church's height in the 1970's.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Ken Chamblin was made the pastor for Horseshoe Baptist Church. Chamblin was the pastor during the church's height in the 1970's.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:20:07 GMT
    NACHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Northwestern State University awarded second diplomas to 50-year graduates. Northwestern State University awarded second diplomas to 50-year graduates who earned
    NACHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Northwestern State University awarded second diplomas to 50-year graduates.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:46:39 GMT
    AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Work to replace Avoyelles Parish Bridge will begin on May 27, 2013. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that
    AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Work to replace Avoyelles Parish Bridge will begin on May 27, 2013.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:46:05 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- With hurricane season less than two weeks away now is the time to prepare your property and your family for the season. The Louisiana Department of Revenue is offering
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Hurricane season officially begins June 1st. You can save a little money and a lot of hassle by preparing your family and your property before the storms are here. News Channel 5's Rachael Penton has all the details on a special sales tax holiday.
  • AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Avoyelles Parish police have arrested 20-year-old Demond Montel of Simmesport for possession of marijuana.
    AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Avoyelles Parish police have arrested 20-year-old Demond Montel of Simmesport. He suspected of having approximately four pounds of marijuana in his possession.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:27:58 GMT
    VERNON PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Vernon Parish Police arrested James Moses for aggravated assault with a firearm among other charges. Sheriff Sam Craft of the Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office announced
    VERNON PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Vernon Parish Police arrested James Moses for aggravated assault with a firearm among other charges.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Daniel Aaron Christensen of Dequincy was arrested May 17th by Rapides Parish police in the Kinder area for cyber stalking.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Daniel Aaron Christensen of Dequincy was arrested May 17th by Rapides Parish police in the Kinder area. He was arrested on four counts of felony stalking, 25 counts
  • Monday, May 20 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:19:53 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La (KALB News Channel 5)- If you've driven through the Garden District lately you may have noticed a house near the corner of Jackson and 20th Streets that's gotten a little sprucing up recently. That's
    ALEXANDRIA, La (KALB News Channel 5)- If you've driven through the Garden District lately you may have noticed a house near the corner of Jackson and 20th Streets that's gotten a little sprucing up recently.
  • BATON ROUGE , La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Bobby Jindal issued an executive order instructing the Commissioner of Conservation to conduct a complete review of the permits issued to Texas Brine. This
    BATON ROUGE , La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Bobby Jindal issued an executive order instructing the Commissioner of Conservation to conduct a complete review of the permits issued to Texas Brine. This
  • PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Darruel Keith Downs of Pineville was arrested May 19th and charged with 1 count of attempted 2nd degree murder.
    PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Darruel Keith Downs of Pineville was arrested May 19th and charged with 1 count of attempted 2nd degree murder. An individual reported that 49-year-old Downs had
  • FORT POLK, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - During a May 19th military training exercise, a small Army Aerostat Blimp broke free from its tether in the Peason Ridge area. It was around 2,000 feet in the air
    FORT POLK, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - During a May 19th military training exercise, a small Army Aerostat Blimp broke free from its tether in the Peason Ridge area. It was around 2,000 feet in the air
  • Lecompte, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Burglary investigation leads to marijuana arrest.
    Lecompte, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Thirty year old April Bailey was arrested May 17th at around 6:45 p.m. on possession with intent to distribute CDS1 (marijuana) and possession of drug paraphernalia.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Louisiana State University Transition Advisory Team will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Louisiana State University Transition Advisory Team will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be at the LSU Business Education Complex on LSU campus.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jindal will discuss response efforts for residents affected by the sinkhole in Bayou Corne at Bayou Corne Sportsman's Landing at 1:20 p.m..

     
    BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jindal will discuss response efforts for residents affected by the sinkhole in Bayou Corne at Bayou Corne Sportsman's Landing at 1:20 p.m.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The intersection of Jackson St. and Foisy St. will be closed beginning Tuesday May 21st at 7:30 a.m. It will reopen Tuesday at 2:30 p.m.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The intersection of Jackson St. and Foisy St. will be closed beginning Tuesday May 21st at 7:30 a.m. It will reopen Tuesday at 2:30 p.m.
  • Rapided Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The 2012 Rapides Parish tornado caused many homes to be severally damaged and people to be scammed by contractors.
    Rapides Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The 2012 Rapides Parish tornado caused many homes to be severally damaged and people to be scammed by unlicensed contractors. One man, whose home was rendered
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-05-19 19:39:47 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Friends and Family of late Alexandria Zoo director Les Whitt unveiled a statue in honor of the man who made Alexandria Zoo what it is and touched countless lives.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Friends and Family of late Alexandria Zoo director Les Whitt unveiled a statue in honor of the man who made Alexandria Zoo what it is and touched countless lives.
  • MARKSVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)Avoyelles Parish Deputies are searching for work detail Offender.
    MARKSVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Avoyelles Parish deputies say escaped inmate Christopher Roy was recaptured by Marksville city police on Saturday morning, May 18th.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:08:21 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Traveling this holiday weekend? Or just taking a quick visit to Grandma's house? News Channel 5's Matt Jordan has some helpful tips on keeping your home and your
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Traveling this holiday weekend? Or just taking a quick visit to Grandma's house? News Channel 5's Matt Jordan has some helpful tips on keeping your home and your self safe while traveling.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La--- VIP's got a sneak peek tour of the Grand Theatre 16 in Alexandria on Friday morning, May 17th. We will have more details on News Channel 5.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Alexandria Grand Theatre has unveiled its new GPX technology on the big screen.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Agencies assist during bad weather conditions.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – The Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) and state agencies are continuing to monitor bad weather conditions. Northern
  • ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The St. Landry Parish police are telling you to buckle up.
    ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The St. Landry Parish police say buckle up or you will get a ticket.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –There was 18 students commissioned during the May 16th LSU spring graduation.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –There was 18 students commissioned during the May 16th LSU spring graduation. Retired Major James W. Graves, who is former assistant to the chairman of the Joint
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – The 280th graduation for Louisiana State University 52 recieved University Medals.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – At the 280th graduation for Louisiana State University 52 received University Medals. The students received the medals, because they had the highest undergraduate
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Thirty-two Louisiana State University were awarded the LSU Distinguished Communicator Award.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Thirty-two Louisiana State University students who graduated May 16th and May 17th were awarded the LSU Distinguished Communicator Award. Students who receive
  • NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Students from Northwestern State University do a study on local nurse practioners.
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Students from Northwestern State University conducted a survey on local nurses.
  • LAFAYETTE, LA. (KALB News Channel 5) - Midsouth has just announced that Sara Huval is the new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources of the bank.
    LAFAYETTE, LA. (KALB News Channel 5) - Midsouth has just announced that Sara Huval is the new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources of the bank. In 1999, Huval joined Midsouth as the Director
  • PINEVILLE, La (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana College wants your used books.
    PINEVILLE, La (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana College Epsilon Xi chapter of Sigma Tau Delta has partnered with Better World Books. They are participating in a book drive to increase literacy rates.
  • PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (KALB News Channel 5) – The Louisiana National Guard gave certifications to 34 Haitian government officials.
    PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (KALB News Channel 5) – The Louisiana National Guard gave certifications to 34 Haitian government officials. The LANG has been on a four-week mission to train the officials on effective
  • Buras, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Save Louisiana Coalition is hosting a meeting May 17th at 7p.m. at Buras Auditorium in Buras.
    Buras, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Save Louisiana Coalition is hosting a meeting May 17th at 7p.m. at Buras Auditorium in Buras. The meeting is meant to gather support to remove the Large Sediments
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Camille Dr. off of Jackson St. will be closed beginning May 17th at 7:30 p.m. and will not reopen until May 21st at 3:30 p.m. The city of Alexandria will be closing
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Road closure in Alexandria.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:08:50 GMT
    TIOGA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- When a seventeen year old here in Cenla applied for college, he had no idea he would be receiving an army of acceptance letters....including three of the most prestigious
    TIOGA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- News Channel 5's Rachael Penton introduces us to a young military man in this week's edition of Young Achiever's Spotlight.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Suspicious package found at Alexandria's United States Government District Court on 515 Murray St. courthouse.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The all clear has been given after a suspicious package was found at the front of the Rapides Parish Courthouse this morning.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Muse Watson best known for his role of Mike Franks on "NCIS" announced his mother's passing.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Muse Watson best known for his role of Mike Franks on "NCIS" announced on his facebook today that his mother passed. "Mom passed away this morning. As peacefully
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Around 7:30 p.m. May 15th, a deputy was approached by a car rental agent that said a customers luggage was stolen. The agent explained to the deputy that the
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A woman is arrested for allegedly taking luggage at the airport.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – LSU AgCenter researchers are studying rare birds.
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – LSU AgCenter researchers are studying rare birds.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 2:59 PM EDT2013-05-16 18:59:01 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La--- The administrators at Alfred Booker Jr. Academy in Alexandria continues to participate in the second phase of the Louisiana Scholarship program for the 2013-2014 school year. This is
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Administrators say despite the recent Supreme Court ruling that stated the minimum foundation program cannot be used to fund non-public schools, they have seen an increase in applications from parents who would like to put their children in private school.
  • LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) will hold its spring graduations at Cajundome in Lafayette at 6 p.m.
    LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) will hold its spring graduations at Cajundome in Lafayette at 6 p.m.
  • Glenmora, La, (KALB News Channel 5) – Kids learn the benefits of brushing their teeth
    Glenmora, La, (KALB News Channel 5) – The J. W. McDonald Memorial Branch at 1075 Highway 497 in Glenmora will hold a free oral health education program for children between the ages of 2 and 9 Thursday,
  • ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - St. Landry Crime Stoppers needs your help in solving this weeks case.
    ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - St. Landry Crime Stoppers needs your help in solving this weeks case. The theft of an outboard boat motor on May 1st is our of the week. The Tohatsu motor
  • PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – A new DVD for kids on electrical safety for Electrical Safety Month.
    PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – It's a Electrical Safety Month and Cleco is a program that makes a point of going to local schools and educating young people on the importance of electrical safety.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:27 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:27:02 GMT
    MARKSVILLE, La-- Several Native American dancers from across the country are in town gearing up for the 18th annual Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and Paragon Casino Resort's Pow Wow celebration. The Native
    Several Native American dancers from across the country are in town gearing up for the 18th annual Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and Paragon Casino Resort's Pow Wow celebration.
  • BATON ROUGE (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Jindal is declaring a state of an emergency.
    BATON ROUGE (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Jindal is declaring a state of an emergency. He made the announcement at a press conference May 15th. The Mississippi could funnel downstream in the coming
  • AULINA, La. (KALB New Channel 5) -Governor Bobby Jindal says a new oil terminal could bring new jobs.
    PAULINA, La. (KALB New Channel 5) - Governor Bobby Jindal and Wolverine Terminals announced May 15 that Wolverine Terminals will make a $30 million dollar capital investment to establish a new oil terminal
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:56:35 GMT
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- "I'm Rachael Penton here at the Natchitoches Alligator Park and for this installment of Do My Job I'm taking a walk on the wild side to become and alligator handler
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-  News Channel 5's Rachael Penton takes a walk on the wild side to become an alligator handler for the day on this edition of 'Do My Job.'
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:51:44 GMT
    CLAYTON, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The city of Clayton is without water due to a malfunction at the water plant.
    CLAYTON, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The city of Clayton is currently without water due to a malfunction at the water plant.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Rapides Parish Library (RPL) has grown so much that it needs a new building.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Rapides Parish Library (RPL) has grown so much that it needs a new building.
  • COLFAX (KALB News Channel 5) - The boil advisory previously issued for the Town of Colfax water customers has been lifted.
    COLFAX, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The boil advisory previously issued for the Town of Colfax water customers has been lifted.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:45:49 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Exchange Club luncheon meeting will be held May 16, 2013. The Exchange Club luncheon meeting will be held May 16, 2013 at the Alexander Fulton Hotel located at
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Exchange Club luncheon meeting will be held May 16, 2013.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:45:04 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Central Louisiana Technical Community College will hold its Spring 2013 Commencement Ceremony on May 17, 2013. Central Louisiana Technical Community College will
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Central Louisiana Technical Community College will hold its Spring 2013 Commencement Ceremony on May 17, 2013.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:43:27 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Alexandria Museum of Art will host an acoustic concert series among other events. The Alexandria Museum of Art will feature live music by guest artist Graves
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Alexandria Museum of Art will host an acoustic concert series among other events.
  • BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals is celebrating National Women's Health Week May 12-18. The week is meant to empower women to make their health
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Promoting women's health with Women's Health Week.
  • LEBEAU, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Bomb threats can get you arrested.
    LEBEAU, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 13 and May 14, The St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office was contacted in reference to bomb threats at North Central High School located in Lebeau. Emergency personnel
  • LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-A woman arrested in Leesville.
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- A woman arrested in Leesville.
  • AEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Rapides Parish Library will honor volunteers.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- The Rapides Parish Library will honor its volunteers.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- A blood drive for Anthony.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-Anthony Bennett is a 15-year-old that suffers from a rare blood disorder called Diamond Blackfan anemia. He is currently in New Orleans Children's Hospital following
  • The intersection of Hardner St. and Overton will be closed beginning Thursday May 16 at 7:30 p.m. The closure will run though Monday May 20 at 3:30 p.m. The city of Alexandria is closing the intersection
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Road Closures in Alexandria due to repairs.
  • BELLE CHASSE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-The Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival is coming back. The Seafood Festival will be held May 16-19 at 225 F Edward Hebert Blvd in Belle Chasse. It starts 6 p.m.
    BELLE CHASSE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival has returned.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:21 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:21:19 GMT
    DRY PRONG, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - In search of a great story we let fate decide where it would take us. In this edition of "Talk of the Town" News Channel 5's Matt Jordan investigates the forgotten
    DRY PRONG, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - In search of a great story we let fate decide where it would take us. In this edition of "Talk of the Town" News Channel 5's Matt Jordan investigates the forgotten history of Magnolia Park.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:05:34 GMT
    WASHINGTON (AP) — States should cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half— from .08 blood alcohol level to .05, matching a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths in other countries,
    WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) - A federal safety board has recommended that states change the threshold for drunk driving should change from .08 to .05.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:47:43 GMT
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Around 3,772 students are expected to graduate at Louisiana State University's 280th Commencement Exercises Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17. The main ceremony
    BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – LSU expects around 3,772 students to graduate.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:42:44 GMT
    GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (KALB News Channel 5) Dollar General will host a career fair at Best Western at MacArthur Dr. in Alexandria, La. on May 18. In its effort to hire 10,000 new employees in May, Dollar
    GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (KALB News Channel 5) Dollar General will host a career fair at Best Western at MacArthur Dr. in Alexandria, La. on May 18.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:34:00 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) McDonald's Of Alexandria will host the 10th Annual Alexandria Middle Magnet Honor Roll Event on May 17. On Friday, May 17, 2013, from 10 am - 12:00 pm, McDonald's
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) McDonald's Of Alexandria will host the 10th Annual Alexandria Middle Magnet Honor Roll Event on May 17.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:24:17 GMT
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu toured Leesville High School, currently under renovation and construction, on May 14. In a planned site tour to Leesville High School after
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu toured Leesville High School, currently under renovation and construction, on May 14.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:23 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:23:14 GMT
    Pineville, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Police are telling everyone to buckle up. Pineville Police Department says they will be out in full force beginning May 20. They are taking part in the 2013
    Pineville, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Police are telling everyone to buckle up or else.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Department of Transportation and Development says the intersection of Sterkx Rd. and Service Rd. will be closed beginning Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Road closings in Alexandria may cause delays.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:40:58 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Ricki Clinton Schneider of Pineville La. was arrested after being found in possession of methamphetamine. On May 10, 2013, Deputies assigned to the Rapides Parish
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Ricki Clinton Schneider of Pineville La. was arrested after being found in possession of methamphetamine.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:22:52 GMT
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Northwestern State University's Aquatics Program will hold swimming and water exercise sessions for this summer. Northwestern State University's Aquatics Program
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Northwestern State University's Aquatics Program will hold swimming and water exercise sessions for this summer.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Police say they arrested Michael Butler, 20, of Alexandria of attempted 2nd degree murder and 2nd degree battery. APD say on May 8th two men were involved in

    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Police say they arrested 20-year-old Michael Butler with attempted second-degree murder and second-degree battery.

  • Alexandria, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Grand Premium Experience auditorium, will open at Grand Theatre Alexandria 16 on Thursday, May 16 at 8p.m. The auditorium will premiere "Star Trek: Into Darkness"and
    Alexandria, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Grand Premium Experience auditorium, will open at Grand Theatre Alexandria 16 on Thursday, May 16 at 8p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:15:21 GMT
    LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Leesville financial officer, Wayne Bruce, was sentenced to five years in prison for failure to pay company payroll taxes. United States Attorney Stephanie A. Finley

    LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Leesville financial officer, Wayne Bruce, was sentenced to five years in prison for failure to pay company payroll taxes.

  • The Grant Parish Sheriff's Office has partnered with Shriner's Hospital for Children in Shreveport to help repair wheelchairs and walkers for children. "This is just another example of how the
    SHREVEPORT, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Grant Parish Sheriff's Office has partnered with Shriner's Hospital for Children in Shreveport to help repair wheelchairs and walkers for children.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:45:46 GMT
    Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A junior high school teacher in Slidell has been charged with indecent behavior involving a juvenile. Traci Beaucoudray of Slidell is accused of inappropriate
    Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A junior high school teacher in Slidell has been charged with indecent behavior involving a juvenile. Traci Beaucoudray of Slidell is accused of inappropriate
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:51 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:51:36 GMT
    PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Rapides Water Works District 3 has issues a boil advisory for some of its customers in the Pineville area. The affected area is on Lafayette Drive from Shreveport
    PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Rapides Water Works District 3 has issues a boil advisory for some of its customers in the Pineville area.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:47 AM EDT2013-05-14 13:47:22 GMT
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--Troop reductions and budget cuts are threatening a number of army posts in the country. Louisiana Senator Mary Landrieu has battled to keep fort polk on the positive
    LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--Troop reductions and budget cuts are threatening a number of army posts in the country. Louisiana Senator Mary Landrieu has battled to keep fort polk on the positive side of the cuts. News Channel Five's Matt Jordan takes us to the special event honoring Senator Landrieu.
  • Hello and welcome to this edition of Crystal's Critter's. We have Angela Lodridge with the Natchitoches Animal Shelter with us today.Angela has an adorable pet, Tatum, that's up for adoption. Tatum is
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Natchitoches Animal Shelter is highlighted in this week's installment of "Crystal's Critters."
  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:27:03 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Investigation by Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office Detectives uncovers ATV theft ring. In November of 2012, RPSO started investigating the theft of ATV's in the
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- An Investigation by Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office detectives has uncovered an ATV theft ring.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:48:58 GMT
    JONESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Doctors recommend that women 40 and older get a mammogram every year. But what if those women don't have health insurance - or even a car? There's a bus that's trying
    JONESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Doctors recommend that women 40 and older get a mammogram every year. But what if those women don't have health insurance - or even a car? There's a bus that's trying to fix that problem.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:57:11 GMT
    NACHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Nachitoches Police Department Is Asking For Help From The Public In Locating Jamarrius Rabon. The Nathcitoches Police Department is asking help from the public
    NACHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Nachitoches Police Department is asking for help from the public in locating Jamarrius Rabon.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:55:46 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Citizen Involvement Leads To Arrest Of Terry Gaspard Jr. Of Pineville For Theft And Trespassing. On May 9th, 2013, Deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Citizen involvement leads to the arrest Of Terry Gaspard Jr. of Pineville for theft and trespassing.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:54:41 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) On May 13, Five Suspects Pleaded Guilty In The Attack Of Two Priests At The St. Rita Rectory In Alexandria Last Year. Cornelius Wilson, Paul Clark, Ashunti Pearrie,
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) On May 13, Five Suspects Pleaded Guilty In The Attack Of Two Priests At The St. Rita Rectory In Alexandria Last Year.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:51:08 GMT
    COLFAX, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Town Of Colfax Has Issued A Boil Advisory For Customers On Hwy. 158 And Hwy. 71. The town of Colfax has issued a boil advisory for the Town of Colfax water customers
    COLFAX, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Town Of Colfax Has Issued A Boil Advisory For Customers On Hwy. 158 And Hwy. 71.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-11 21:09:17 GMT
    COLFAX, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- When faced with an illness, the doctor usually tells you the treatment available for that illness, or breaks the news that their isn't one. But, what happens when the
    COLFAX, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- When faced with an illness, the doctor usually tells you the treatment available for that illness, or breaks the news that their isn't one. But, what happens when the doctors can't tell you whether or not there's a cure....because they don't know.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:31:48 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La-- Friends and relatives of police officers who have died in the line of duty, joined community leaders and law enforcement officials for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Friday. The remembrance
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Friends and relatives of police officers who have died in the line of duty, joined community leaders and law enforcement officials for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Friday.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:46:54 GMT
    NATCHITOCHES – Twila Simmons isn't one who wastes a lot of time. Simmons was one 852 students who received a degree Friday at Northwestern State University's Spring Commencement Exercises. Simmons, who
    NATCHITOCHES, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - An NSU student has prepared for her graduation by balancing a busy home life with a challenging educational path.
  • MARKSVILLE, La. (May 9, 2013) – Native American dancers and artisans from across the nation will gather for the 18th annual Pow Wow celebration at the Chief Joseph "Alcide" Pierite Pow Wow Grounds on the
    MARKSVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Native American dancers and artisans from across the nation will gather for the 18th annual Pow Wow celebration in Marksville, May 17-19.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:55:37 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- When a young man from Grant Parish discovered a stray kitten at a family cookout just three years ago he not only made the kitten his pet, but he set out on a mission
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- When a young man from Grant Parish discovered a stray kitten at a family cookout just three years ago he not only made the kitten his pet, but he set out on a mission to inspire others to love and care for animals just as much as he does.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 2:48 PM EDT2013-05-09 18:48:58 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA—La-- Volunteers lined up this morning to begin working on the new facility that will soon house the Hope House of Central Louisiana. As part of their Red Day, realtors from Keller-Williams Realty,
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Volunteers lined up this morning to begin working on the new facility that will soon be the Hope House of Central Louisiana.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A 59-year-old man faces multiple charges including sexual battery, assault on an officer, and violation of probation. At 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8th, APD officers

    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A 59-year-old man faces multiple charges including sexual battery and assault on an officer.

  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A 68-year-old Colfax man faces multiple charges including obscenity. APD officers responded to the Alexandria City Park located at 2800 Masonic Drive on Wednesday

    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A 68-year-old Colfax man faces multiple charges including obscenity.

  • Thursday, May 9 2013 12:35 PM EDT2013-05-09 16:35:57 GMT
    Natchitoches Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – A crash involving two vehicles killed a teenager from Bossier City, LA on Wednesday, May 8th. Troopers responded to the crash around 5:10 p.m on Wednesday,
    Natchitoches Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) A crash involving two vehicles on I-49 killed a teenager from Bossier City.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:45 PM EDT2013-05-08 23:45:46 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- If you've ever been to the mall and smelled those  mouth-watering Auntie Anne's pretzels - did you ever wonder how they make them taste so good? News Channel 5's
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- If you've ever been to the mall and smelled those  mouth-watering Auntie Anne's pretzels - did you ever wonder how they make them taste so good? News Channel 5's Rachael Penton wondered that too so she decided to find out.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 3:22 PM EDT2013-05-08 19:22:25 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La-- Organizers are gearing up for the first Alex River Fete in downtown Alexandria this weekend. The event is a collaboration of several cultural arts organizations. "There is going to be
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-- Organizers are gearing up for the first Alex River Fete in downtown Alexandria this weekend.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-07 23:55:23 GMT
    We started by picking a place at random, using the less than scientific method by shooting a dart at a map of Louisiana in search of a great story. "Looks like we're going to Center Point" Center Point
    CENTER POINT La. (KALB News Channel 5) - In search of a story News Channel 5's Matt Jordan visits a small community nestled somewhere between point A and B. This is Talk of the Town.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:59:09 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Alexandria Police arrested Cathy Walters, of Glenmora LA., on May 6th for Possession of Stolen Goods. On May 6th Alexandria Police Arrested Cathy Walters, 53 of Glenmora

    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Alexandria Police arrested Cathy Walters, of Glenmora LA., on May 6th for Possession of Stolen Goods.

  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:38:12 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) CHRISTUS St. Francis Cabrini Hospital wins national "Partner for Change" award for the second consecutive year. CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital has been
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) CHRISTUS St. Francis Cabrini Hospital wins national "Partner for Change" award for the second consecutive year.
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - An Alexandria Mardi Gras tradition brings in some big bucks to help out the local community. A "Taste of Mardi Gras" is an annual event in Downtown Alexandria. For
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - An Alexandria Mardi Gras tradition brings in some big bucks to help out the local community.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-07 20:28:08 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A boil advisory has been lifted for some customers of the EMC Water System. A boil advisory for EMC Water System customers on Twin Bridges Road and Highway
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A boil advisory has been lifted for some customers of the EMC Water System.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-07 20:20:17 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Alexandria Police announce road closures for the upcoming River Fete event this weekend in Downtown Alexandria. The following city streets will be closed beginning

    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Alexandria Police announce road closures for the upcoming River Fete event this weekend in Downtown Alexandria.

  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 2:59 PM EDT2013-05-07 18:59:12 GMT
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A single vehicle crash killed a woman from Pineville, LA along I-49 in Rapides Parish, near the Forest Hill exit. Troopers responded to the crash around 7:00
    RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A single vehicle crash killed a woman from Pineville, LA along I-49 in Rapides Parish, near the Forest Hill exit.

  • Monday, March 11 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-03-11 17:18:33 GMT
    PINEVILLE, La - CenLa Christian Academy is in the middle of it's "Send a Book on Safari" drive. Started by freshman Cody Crews, the drive is sending new and gently used books to Africa to help promote
    CenLa Christian Academy is in the middle of it's "Send a Book on Safari" drive. Started by freshman Cody Crews, the drive is sending new and gently used books to Africa to help promote literacy and English as a Second Language programs.
  • Thursday, January 10 2013 10:53 AM EST2013-01-10 15:53:55 GMT
    We have seen A Lot of rain during the last couple of days. In the last 24 hours many of us have seen more than 10". Here are some viewer photos of flooding and rain damage.
    We have seen A Lot of rain during the last couple of days. In the last 24 hours many of us have seen more than 10". Here are some viewer photos of flooding and rain damage.
  • Wednesday, January 9 2013 3:56 PM EST2013-01-09 20:56:42 GMT
    Here are some viewer submitted photos of damage around Cenla.
    Here are some viewer submitted photos of damage around Cenla.
  • Sunday, December 23 2012 5:42 AM EST2012-12-23 10:42:01 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. –Rick Ducote will be sworn in as the Rapides Parish assessor on Monday, Dec. 31, 10 a.m. at the Assessor's Office at the Rapides Parish Courthouse, 701 Murray St. in Alexandria. Ducote
    ALEXANDRIA, La. –Rick Ducote will be sworn in as the Rapides Parish assessor on Monday, Dec. 31, 10 a.m. at the Assessor's Office at the Rapides Parish Courthouse, 701 Murray St. in Alexandria.
  • (Beaumont, TX- KBMT) Interstate 10 remains closed in both directions between Taylor Bayou and Hamshire Road (at Mile Marker 835) in Beaumont, Texas, because of a multiple vehicle accident with numerous
    (Beaumont, TX) - Investigators believe fog is to blame for a massive pile-up on Interstate-10 involving more than 100 vehicles on Thanksgiving Day. At least two people were killed and dozens of injuries have been reported.
  • Class 5A  Natch Central 0 Byrd 28 Class 4A ASH 0 St. Augustine 25 Peabody 6 Edna Karr 50 Class 3A Marksville 7  Livonia 7 Iowa 49 Buckeye 0 Avoyelles 14 N. Vermillion 21 Class 2A Lake Arthur
    Cenla High School Football Scores!
  • Thursday - Peabody 40 Grant 0 St. Mary 30 LaSalle 6 St. Fred's 40 Montgomery 30 Block 34 Northwood 8 Friday - Pineville 0 Ruston 28 Natch Central 0 West Monroe 0 ASH 15 Bolton 7 Leesville
    Cenla High School Sports Scores.
  • Friday, October 26 2012 11:15 PM EDT2012-10-27 03:15:15 GMT
    Ouachita 0 Pineville 3 Tioga 0 ASH 7 Bolton 0 Peabody 20 Jena 0 Marksville 14 Block 18 St. Mary 0 Caldwell 35 Vidalia 0 Menard 0 Red River 0 Winnfield 28 W. Ouchita 0 Lakeview 0 Many
    Cenla High School Football Scores.
  • Monday, October 22 2012 2:31 PM EDT2012-10-22 18:31:09 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, La. – After the recent fire at Martin Park Elementary School, officials say there many critical items needed for teaching and learning. Some of the parents decided to help the school obtain
    ALEXANDRIA, La. – After the recent fire at Martin Park Elementary School, officials say there many critical items needed for teaching and learning.
  • Natchitoches 12  Ouachita 29  ASH 32 Leesville 6 Grant 32 Bolton 20 Peabody 30 Tioga 22 Buckeye 38 Jena 6 Vidalia 14 Avoyelles 40 Marksville 14 Caldwell 10 Menard 35 Lakeview 7 Red River 12 Winnfield
    Cenla High School sports scores. 
  • Wednesday, October 17 2012 7:00 PM EDT2012-10-17 23:00:27 GMT
    AVOYELLES PARISH, La. - More than a dozen elementary students were injured and three bus drivers on leave after a bus accident in Avoyelles Parish Tuesday. News channel 5's Kathleen Witte followed up
    AVOYELLES PARISH, La. - More than a dozen elementary students were injured and three bus drivers on leave after a bus accident in Avoyelles Parish Tuesday.
  • Wednesday, October 17 2012 2:01 PM EDT2012-10-17 18:01:29 GMT
    (MediaLife) - With a truncated primetime leading into last night's two-hour presidential debate and analysis, NBC was an easy winner, dominating both the entertainment and news portions of the night. "The
    (MediaLife) - Averages a 4.5 in 18-49s, with 'The Voice' at a 4.6.
  • Friday, September 14 2012 12:26 PM EDT2012-09-14 16:26:06 GMT
    LAKE CHARLES, La. - Thomas Dwain Tilton, Jr., 51, of Oakdale, La., was sentenced Thursday to 87 months in prison and three years supervised release for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute
    LAKE CHARLES, La. - Thomas Dwain Tilton, Jr., 51, of Oakdale, La., was sentenced Thursday to 87 months in prison and three years supervised release for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute methamphetamine.
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  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:55 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:55:04 GMT
    SHAWNEE, OKLA.Neighborhoods are flattened and buildings are on fire after a mile-wide tornado moved through the Oklahoma City area.Television footage on Monday afternoon showed homes and buildings that
    Moore, Okla. (CNN) -- Rescue workers raced against time and the oncoming night Monday looking for survivors after a powerful tornado blasted an area outside of Oklahoma City.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:49:30 GMT
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - Authorities say an elementary school in an Oklahoma City suburb took a direct hit from a mile-wide tornado. Gary Knight with the Oklahoma City Police Department says there is no word
    MOORE, Okla. (AP) - Authorities say an elementary school in an Oklahoma City suburb took a direct hit from a mile-wide tornado. Gary Knight with the Oklahoma City Police Department says there is no word
  • ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Daniel Aaron Christensen of Dequincy was arrested May 17th by Rapides Parish police in the Kinder area for cyber stalking.
    ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Daniel Aaron Christensen of Dequincy was arrested May 17th by Rapides Parish police in the Kinder area. He was arrested on four counts of felony stalking, 25 counts
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