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Monroe Louisiana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Monroe News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Monroe and Northeast Louisiana. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, agriculture, culture, and community events across Ouachita Parish and the surrounding region, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Northeast Louisiana's most…
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Police Hunt Woman Accused of Attempted Murder in Winnsboro | Monroe Louisiana News
A deadly standoff in Winnsboro, Louisiana has police hunting for Jada Brianna Williams, a Black woman accused of two counts of attempted second-degree murder…
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Ford F-150 Fuel Tank Recall Alert | Monroe Louisiana News
Ford’s recalling over 220,000 F-150 trucks from 2023–2027 due to potentially loose fuel tanks that could detach, leak, stall the engine, or create fire hazards…
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U.S. Confirms On-Orbit Space Weapon | Monroe Louisiana News
The U.S. Air Force Secretary confirmed the deployment of a new space-based weapon designed to defend American troops, marking a major escalation in the race…
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Trump Slams Supreme Court Over Voting Ruling | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump blasts the Supreme Court for blocking his mail-in voting restrictions, calling the decision a historic betrayal and blaming the “Radical Left,” while…
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Landon Howie Shines Twice in Times Square | Monroe Louisiana News
Landon Howie, a young man from Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, is making history again—his photo is back on the Times Square billboard for the National Down…
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SNAP Benefits Rise Starting October 2026 | Monroe Louisiana News
SNAP benefits are rising starting October 1, 2026, with one-person households gaining $8 more and families of four seeing a $129 boost — but adjustments vary…
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OMV Offices Shut Down Again | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana’s DMV shuts down all customer service centers again for system upgrades—this time to Drive360—causing major headaches but promising smoother, more…
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Cold Case Solved After 34 Years | Monroe Louisiana News
After 34 years, justice finally came for a newborn baby found dead in a trash bag in 1992 — thanks to new DNA tech and relentless investigation. Stephanie…
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Iran’s Strikes Cost U.S. Billions | Monroe Louisiana News
Iran’s relentless strikes in the Gulf are hitting U.S. diplomatic and military infrastructure hard — new Pentagon data reveals $184 million in damage across…
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MyChart Scams Targeting Patients | Monroe Louisiana News
Scammers are flooding MyChart users with fake emails pretending to be from your doctor — offering “ready results” or “free Medicare Health Kits” — to lure you…
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Trump's $5K Dividend Faces GOP Pushback | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump’s proposed $5K “dividend” for all adults if Republicans regain Congress is sparking fierce debate within his own party. Lawmakers like Lankford and Thune…
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Darnold Injury Rocks Seahawks | Monroe Louisiana News
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is sidelined with a mysterious glute injury, no clear return date yet—but thankfully, his hip’s intact and he’s not on…
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Supreme Court Blocks Last-Minute Mail Ballot Restrictions | Monroe Louisiana News
The Supreme Court just blocked a last-minute push to restrict mail-in ballots ahead of the midterms, preserving voting access for millions who rely on this…
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Shooting in Vicksburg Parking Lot | Monroe Louisiana News
Vicksburg police are investigating a shooting Saturday morning on Halls Ferry Road, where a man was found shot in a gas station parking lot and later…
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OMV Shutdown for System Upgrade | Monroe Louisiana News
OMV Shutdown for System Upgrade | Monroe Louisiana News
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Pentagon Report Reveals Iran Conflict Costs | Monroe Louisiana News
The Pentagon’s inspector general just released a damning report on the Iran conflict’s toll — revealing hundreds of U.S. bases hit, billions in taxpayer costs…
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Career Fair Opens Doors for Students | Monroe Louisiana News
West Ouachita High School turned the career and college fair into a real-world roadmap for juniors and seniors, packing dozens of local employers—from Duck…
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Louisiana Election Fraud Allegations | Monroe Louisiana News
Two Louisiana figures, Bridget Johnson and Michael Wedderburn, face federal charges for allegedly rigging the election system—Johnson reportedly helped…
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Arkansas Car Prices Rising | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansans are paying a premium for cars—both new and used—compared to the national average, with new cars costing nearly $51K and used ones hitting $36K…
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Texas at No. 1 But the Pressure’s Real | Monroe Louisiana News
Texas is back at No. 1 after a heart-pounding win over Ohio State, but the real test begins now—staying on top amid mounting pressure. Coach Sarkisian knows…
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El Dorado Invests in Airport Future | Monroe Louisiana News
El Dorado leaders are pouring serious cash into the South Arkansas Regional Airport by redirecting WINS tax revenue—big moves for big upgrades. This isn’t just…
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Shooting Accused on CIA and God Delusions | Monroe Louisiana News
A Vermont college campus turns into a courtroom drama as Jason Eaton, accused of shooting three Palestinian students, claims he was ordered by CIA, Mossad, and…
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Boil Water Advisory Lifts Soon | Monroe Louisiana News
Boil water alert for residents on Milton White Road, Wolfe Creek Road, Croswell Road, and Pete Montgomery Road in Morehouse Parish — water must be boiled for…
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Cargo Plane Overshoots Miami Runway | Monroe Louisiana News
A Boeing 767 cargo plane overshot Miami’s runway over Labor Day weekend, crashing into a van and killing five people. Amazon has paused operations with the…
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EPA Rolls Back Climate Rules | Monroe Louisiana News
The EPA is rolling back climate rules, slashing emissions limits from power plants to save industries $300 billion and cut energy costs — but environmental…
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Hanging Death Sparks Racial Tensions | Monroe Louisiana News
A 51-year-old man, Jarques Ratliff, pleaded not guilty to murder in Jackson, Mississippi, in the death of 29-year-old Black woman Tasia Fortune, whose body was…
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ULM Homecoming Week Unveiled | Monroe Louisiana News
Get ready to cheer, celebrate, and show school spirit as the University of Louisiana Monroe kicks off Homecoming Week from Sept. 22–26, 2026! The action starts…
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2027 Mardi Gras King and Queen Announced | Monroe Louisiana News
Krewe de Rivière just crowned Hollis Walker Junior and Elizabeth “Liz” Ford as the 2027 Mardi Gras King and Queen—two local heroes making real impact in the…
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Teen Pleads Guilty to Newborn’s Death | Monroe Louisiana News
A shocking case closes as Jakayla Williams, 18, pleads guilty to capital murder in the death of her newborn — avoiding the death penalty with a life sentence…
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Kiffin Returns to Oxford for SEC Clash | Monroe Louisiana News
LSU, ranked seventh, heads to Oxford for a high-stakes SEC clash against eighth-ranked Ole Miss, with former Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin returning to face his…
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Bastrop Hit-and-Run Victim Identified | Monroe Louisiana News
Bastrop Hit-and-Run Victim Identified | Monroe Louisiana News
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Carroll High Clarifies Student Incident | Monroe Louisiana News
Rumors of a violent incident at Carroll High School sparked social media frenzy—but the school quickly clarified it was a self-inflicted injury, handled with…
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Chase Robertson High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash | Monroe Louisiana News
A woman screaming for help from a black Toyota Highlander outside a Denny’s sparked a high-speed chase that ended in a crash on Garrett Road — leaving both…
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Judge Blocks Trump’s Mail Ballot Order | Monroe Louisiana News
A federal judge has halted President Trump’s controversial mail-in ballot plan, blocking the entire executive order—not just parts—as it exceeds the Postal…
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LA 617 Construction Alert West Monroe | Monroe Louisiana News
Drivers in West Monroe, Louisiana, brace for major roadwork on LA 617 between Jonesboro Road and Cypress Street starting September 15, 2026—expect lane…
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Body Found in Emerson Home | Monroe Louisiana News
A chilling discovery in Columbia County, Arkansas: deputies responded to a transport company drop-off where a passenger refused entry, claiming a dead body…
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Arkansas Health Dept Cuts 71 Jobs | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas Health Department cuts 71 jobs starting November 1st—38 eliminated, 33 not replaced—to realign resources with budget and long-term needs, while…
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Louisiana Car Insurance Relief | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana drivers are breathing easier as dozens of insurers, including State Farm, slash car insurance rates—saving nearly $400 million statewide. Falling…
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iOS 27 Update: Battery Drain & Tips | Monroe Louisiana News
Apple’s dropping iOS 27 this Monday — their second major update under the new naming scheme. Big upgrade, but it needs space: clear a few gigs before…
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Hayden Panettiere Death Probe Widens | Monroe Louisiana News
Hayden Panettiere’s death is sparking a widening investigation as authorities from South Carolina and Los Angeles dig into possible drug involvement, with…
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Berries May Burn Fat in Muscles | Monroe Louisiana News
Scientists in Japan have uncovered a natural compound in berries called pterostilbene that may help muscles burn fat instead of storing it by protecting a key…
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Target Car Seat Trade-In Deal | Monroe Louisiana News
Target’s car seat trade-in event is back—swap out any old, expired, or beat-up car seat (infant, booster, base) from Sept 20 to Oct 3 for a 20% off coupon on…
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CDC’s Silent Director and Public Trust | Monroe Louisiana News
CDC’s new director Erica Schwartz has stayed silent since taking office, leaving the public health agency in a state of confusion as it faces a surge in…
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Charlie Kirk Statue Vandalized One Year After Death | Monroe Louisiana News
A red-painted statue of Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA headquarters has sparked outrage—just days after the one-year anniversary of his tragic death during…
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Farm-to-Table Dinner Raises Funds | Monroe Louisiana News
Get ready for the Ruston Farmers Market’s big Farm-to-Table Dinner on October 8, 2026, from 6 to 9 PM—where farmers, vendors, and food lovers unite for a…
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Steve McBee Sr Back Home After Prison | Monroe Louisiana News
Steve McBee Sr., the reality TV cowboy from “The McBee Dynasty,” is home after serving two years in federal prison for a massive crop insurance fraud scheme…
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Trump Drops Irish Whiskey Tariff | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump’s surprise move to drop the 15% tariff on Irish whiskey—announced mid-golf tournament in Doonbeg—has the industry buzzing, with fans and businesses…
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SNAP at Restaurants Under Fire | Monroe Louisiana News
A new House bill seeks to end SNAP’s Restaurant Meals Program, arguing it lets taxpayers fund unhealthy fast food — but critics say it unfairly stigmatizes…
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Trump Halts $25M in Park Projects | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump’s administration has halted over 130 national park projects worth $25 million, citing that partner groups “actively work against the American people’s…
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Weight Loss Drugs Linked to Brain Risk | Monroe Louisiana News
New research warns that popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may be linked to a rare but serious brain condition called Wernicke encephalopathy…
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Security Stops Unauthorized Malibu Property Attempt | Monroe Louisiana News
Security stepped in swiftly Friday night when someone attempted to breach Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff’s Malibu estate — but the couple was thankfully not…
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Cruz Pushes Bill to Save College Sports | Monroe Louisiana News
Senator Ted Cruz made waves on ESPN’s College Gameday, unveiling his bipartisan Protect College Sports Act to rescue college athletics from financial collapse…
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AI Safety First, Not Fast | Monroe Louisiana News
Anthropic’s CEO Dario Amodei is urging a global pause to rethink AI safety before it’s too late, proposing a three-pronged strategy: open access for external…
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Tragedy on a Private Pond | Monroe Louisiana News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Sulphur when a 16-year-old drowned after a boating accident on a private pond—three teens, two of whom survived and were…
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Lil Durk Acquitted in Murder-for-Hire Case | Monroe Louisiana News
Lil Durk walks free after a jury acquits him of murder-for-hire and related charges tied to a 2022 shooting that killed Quando Rondo’s cousin, but his…
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Arrest in Delta Over Child Sexual Battery | Monroe Louisiana News
A chilling arrest unfolded in Delta, Louisiana, after authorities responded to allegations of sexual battery involving a child under thirteen. Following…
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Tragic Highway Crossing Ends in Death | Monroe Louisiana News
Tragic Highway Crossing Ends in Death | Monroe Louisiana News
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Impaired Driver Abandons Kids in Swamp | Monroe Louisiana News
In Lakeland, Florida, a 27-year-old man allegedly crashed his car while impaired, then fled into a swamp dragging two toddlers — dropping the two-year-old and…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Finally Ends | Monroe Louisiana News
The nation’s largest cyclosporiasis outbreak has officially ended, sickening over 12,800 people across 21 states linked to contaminated Taylor Farms lettuce…
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Bush’s Art Reflects 911 Anniversary | Monroe Louisiana News
George W. Bush unveiled a powerful new art collection to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, featuring deeply personal paintings—including one capturing his…