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Gov. Landry: Louisiana to give more than 18,000 computers, tablets to local organizations with Étouffée program
Watch Gov. Landry live in Alexandria
News
POLL: Would you support a data center in Simmesport?
News
Former lead singer of Little Texas calls CMA red-carpet response ‘lame’
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Texas man wins new house in 2026 Rhodes Properties and Development Demon Dream Home giveaway
TOP HEADLINES
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Elderly couple, son killed in DeRidder house fire; neighbors remember lives lost
Updated: 17 hours ago
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By
Jay McCully
A DeRidder couple and their son were killed in a house fire this weekend.
News
Health Alert: Warning signs of lung cancer
Updated: 7 hours ago
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By
Carmen Taffi
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States.
News
KALB Holiday Blog
Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 10:46 AM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
t’s that time of year - holiday events, festivals and more!
News
Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office teases crackdown on drivers who pass school buses
Updated: 18 hours ago
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By
Rob LaPerle
Sheriff Mark Wood said his office is looking to set up a new series of stings to protect children on the roadways.
News
CMA responds following Sammy Kershaw’s red carpet denial
Updated: 23 hours ago
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By
KALB Digital Team
The Country Music Association responds after several red carpet denials.
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Missing in Alexandria: Dennis Turner
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 3:02 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
A teenager has been reported missing in Alexandria.
7 Day Planner
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Gov. Landry, Apple reps unveil partnership
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Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Know the warning signs and screening guidelines
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Elderly couple, son killed in DeRidder fire
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Central elementary school receives purple star designation
Updated: 21 hours ago
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By
Bria Hughley
Paradise Elementary School received a Purple Star Designation ahead of Veterans Day.
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Classic Sammy Kershaw songs chart on iTunes amid CMA red carpet controversy
Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 4:44 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Louisiana native Sammy Kershaw sees bump on iTunes after announcing he would not be allowed to walk on the red carpet at the 2026 CMA Awards
News
Another country star says he was denied CMA Awards red-carpet access
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 6:56 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
A fellow alum of the 90s country scene announced Saturday that he too was snubbed by the Country Music Association
News
School in Vernon Parish on lockdown after threat
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
KALB will continue to provide updates as we learn more.
News
Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 1:12 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Registration is open for children in eight Louisiana cities
State
Three dead after house fire in DeRidder
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 6:07 PM CST
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By
Jack Meyer
Three people were found dead after a house fire in DeRidder early Saturday morning.
News
Nonprofits sue Louisiana Public Service Commission over “Lightning Directive”
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 10:45 AM CST
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By
Rob LaPerle
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KALB Digital Team
The commission passed the directive in December 2025.
News
‘It really hurts me’: Louisiana native, country music star Sammy Kershaw says CMA denied red-carpet request two weeks before show
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:32 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Sammy Kershaw says he was turned down from walking the red carpet at the upcoming Country Music Association Awards.
News
Salvation Army Angel Tree invites Cenla to give gifts to children this Christmas
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 8:31 AM CST
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By
Carmen Taffi
The Salvation Army’s Christmas tree is up, and the angels are ready for adoption.
News
Over 70 Louisiana dogs rescued from cruelty cases, dogfighting & overcrowded shelters
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 4:25 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Animal Rescue Corps recently rescued over 70 dogs in Louisiana from multiple parishes.
Crime
Inmate escapes from Avoyelles Detention Center
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 11:26 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
APSO are searching for an escaped inmate from DC-1 in Marksville.
News
Sammy Kershaw’s manager hints at new developments after CMA red carpet dispute
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 11:55 AM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Kershaw rose to fame in 1991 with his first country radio hit, “Cadillac Style.”
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Colfax celebrates 58th annual Pecan Festival
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 11:03 PM CST
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By
Julia Keller
Vendors at the Pecan Festival say local support keeps business going!
5th Quarter
Cool Play of the Week 10 - 5th Quarter 2026
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 10:42 PM CST
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By
Harrison Vapnek
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Julia Keller
Vote for your favorite moment from Week 10 of Cenla high school football.
Puppy Picks
Puppy Picks from the Pecan Festival + 5th Quarter’s Bi-District Playoff Game of the Week
Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 12:19 AM CST
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By
Julia Keller
It’s time for Playoff Puppy Picks!
College
LSU falls to Alabama 31-13 in Death Valley
Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 11:32 PM CST
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By
Julia Keller
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Adan Wright
Tigers play top-ranked Longhorns next week after loss to Alabama.
News
Louisiana’s Sammy Kershaw: A look at his life and career
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:43 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
From “Cadillac Style” to “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful,” explore Sammy Kershaw’s country music career, Louisiana roots, political runs and continued touring.
5th Quarter
2026 5th Quarter Week 10
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:23 PM CST
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By
Harrison Vapnek
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Julia Keller
Here's a look at the scores from Week 10 of KALB's 5th Quarter.
News
‘A servant heart’: How one Avoyelles Parish nonprofit is helping families in need
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:18 PM CST
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By
Jay McCully
A Christian nonprofit is preparing for its 12th annual fundraiser in Avoyelles Parish on Saturday, November 6.
News
LSP presence in Tioga area; school shelter in place lifted
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:44 AM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
The law enforcement presence was spotted on US-165 S near Baywood Drive.
News
Ruston police mourn loss of Lt. Canty after sudden illness
Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM CST
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By
KALB Digital Team
Lt. Marchale Canty served in law enforcement for nearly 30 years.
News
Here’s the breakdown of voters in Alexandria’s mayoral race
Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 11:04 PM CST
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By
Jay McCully
Candidates have a few more weeks to make their case to voters.