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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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Judge Cites Fake Cases Using AI | Monroe Louisiana News
A judge in Oklahoma got caught citing fake legal cases in a child custody ruling, allegedly using ChatGPT for research. The OSBI launched an investigation…
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Stolen Glock Modified to Fire Automatically | Monroe Louisiana News
Deputies in Morehouse Parish cracked a high-stakes theft case after recovering stolen ammo and a modified Glock—turned fully automatic—from a known trouble…
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Remembering 9/11 Through Generations | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty years after 9/11, the Chennault Aviation Military Museum in Monroe, Louisiana, honored the day with a moving commemoration that celebrated resilience…
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Social Security COLA Boost Expected | Monroe Louisiana News
Retirees could see a significant boost in Social Security payments next year, with projections pointing to a 3.6% COLA for 2027 — up from the expected 2.8% in…
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ATM Saw Bandit Finally Locked Up | Monroe Louisiana News
The “ATM Saw Bandit” is finally behind bars after an eight-year sentence for a string of ATM break-ins across Louisiana. Alfred Roy Cobb Junior, 34, had been…
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Honoring First Responders for 25 Years | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce honored first responders with over 500 to-go lunches, celebrating their daily…
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Surrogate’s Supreme Court Battle for Baby’s Life | Monroe Louisiana News
A surrogate fleeing from Alaska to Texas to protect a critically ill baby from what she fears will be a life-ending decision by the biological parents is now…
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71 Declassified Docs Reveal 9/11 Warnings | Monroe Louisiana News
The Trump administration just released 71 declassified documents tied to the 9/11 attacks—the largest CIA disclosure ever on the subject. These include over 70…
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Student Arrested for Child Abuse Material | Monroe Louisiana News
A student at the University of Louisiana Monroe is facing 28 charges—including possession of child sexual abuse material involving kids under 13, animal abuse…
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Louisiana’s Deadly Heat Wave | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana’s sweltering heat this year has claimed 18 lives and sent thousands to emergency rooms—June alone saw 10 deaths. Older adults, mostly men, are…
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Fed Hike Looms Amid Stubborn Inflation | Monroe Louisiana News
Inflation stubbornly clings to 3.4% despite a flat CPI, forcing the Fed to consider a likely rate hike next week as pressure mounts from a resilient job market…
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Artifact from WTC Honored at 9/11 Ceremony | Monroe Louisiana News
South Arkansas College honored the victims of 9/11 with a moving 11th annual memorial ceremony, featuring patriotic music, a wreath-laying, and a powerful…
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Remembering 911 Through Community Tribute | Monroe Louisiana News
On September 11, the Monroe Chamber of Commerce and community members gathered at the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum for a solemn ceremony honoring the…
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Judge Judy Passes Gavel to Son | Monroe Louisiana News
Judge Judy is retiring after 30 years on air, handing the gavel to her son Adam Levy, who’s launching his own courtroom show, “Adam’s Law,” just 30 years after…
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Repeat Offender Faces 60-Year Sentence | Monroe Louisiana News
A repeat offender, 46-year-old Randy Allen Powell, faces federal charges for possessing child pornography—allegedly while still under supervision from his 2014…
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Oak Manor Shooting and Gang Violence | Monroe Louisiana News
A deadly July 2022 shooting at Oak Manor Apartments left four people injured, one fatally, amid a brutal gang feud between the Young Reckless Nation and a…
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Remembering 911 Twenty Years On | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty years after the unthinkable, the world still remembers September 11th — a day when nearly 3,000 lives were lost as the Twin Towers fell, shattering not…
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The Heroes of Flight 93 | Monroe Louisiana News
The Heroes of Flight 93 | Monroe Louisiana News
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Canine Heroes of 911 | Monroe Louisiana News
Three hundred heroic dogs raced into the devastation of 9/11, working tirelessly at Ground Zero and the Pentagon alongside thousands of volunteers. Their…
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Airport Security 25 Years After 911 | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, airport security is undergoing a major shift—shoe removal is gone, liquid limits may ease for TSA PreCheck members, and…
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Remembering 9 11 Through Three Sites | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, America honors the fallen at Ground Zero, Shanksville, and the Pentagon—where families, leaders including VP JD Vance, former…
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Trooper Punches Basketball Star | Monroe Louisiana News
A former Division One basketball player, Tedrick Washington Jr., was violently arrested after a 130 mph chase—dashcam footage shows an Arkansas State Trooper…
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Back to Campus: Fresh Starts and New Connections | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana Tech University is buzzing as students return for the new semester, reuniting with friends and diving into studies with fresh energy. Sophomores and…
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Arkansas Launches Free Pregnancy Hotline | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas just launched the Claim Your Care Hotline — your one-stop pregnancy and postpartum support hub, available in every county with no appointment needed…
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Justice Dept Targets Arkansas Tuition Law | Monroe Louisiana News
The Justice Department is suing Arkansas over a state law that lets undocumented immigrants and their children pay in-state tuition — arguing it violates…
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SEC LSU Roster Drama Resolved | Monroe Louisiana News
The SEC’s leadership met to tackle mounting concerns over member compliance, with LSU’s potential expulsion briefly in the spotlight — but fizzled out when LSU…
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Referee Shortage Shifts Friday Nights | Monroe Louisiana News
High school football in Louisiana is hitting a major snag—referee shortages are forcing games to move to Thursday nights, shaking up schedules and prep…
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Bryson Vaughan Gets Life for Roberson Killing | Monroe Louisiana News
Bryson Vaughan just received a life without parole sentence for the brutal murder of Braden Roberson in Arkansas, with his plea entered last Thursday—while two…
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Ainsley Keene: Lady Rebels Star | Monroe Louisiana News
Ainsley Keene, Briarfield Academy’s shining softball star and lone senior on the Lady Rebels, is named the Downs Law Firm Star of the Week—honoring her…
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Trump's $5K Dividend Plan Sparks Debate | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump’s latest plan to hand every adult American $5,000 if Republicans win midterms has ignited fierce debate—blurring lines between populist promise and…
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Arkansas Supreme Court’s Historic Start | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas Supreme Court kicks off its 190th session in historic style, holding court in the old chamber at the state capitol—and welcoming new special justice…
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U.S. Women's Basketball Dominates Hungary | Monroe Louisiana News
The U.S. women’s basketball team obliterated Hungary 108-56 in a dominant FIBA World Cup quarterfinal performance, setting new records for points and assists…
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Veterans Need You This September | Monroe Louisiana News
This September, we honor veterans during Suicide Prevention Month—because the fight doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. Many face isolation, financial…
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Search for Missing Teen Ish’unna Hagins | Monroe Louisiana News
A 15-year-old girl, Ish’unna Hagins, went missing near Hammond on August 18th—authorities are urgently seeking her as she may have headed toward East Baton…
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OMV Shutdown: Plan Around September 12-14 | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana’s OMV is shutting down all customer service centers and related digital platforms from Saturday, September 12th through Monday, September 14th for a…
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Rusty Rugg Inducted Into LHSAA Hall | Monroe Louisiana News
Rusty Rugg is blowing up in Louisiana baseball—just a high school kid from Downsville Charter, he’s been named a 2027 inductee into the prestigious LHSAA…
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Witnesses to History on 9 11 | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, AP journalists who were on the ground that day recount how their lives were forever changed by the chaos and tragedy unfolding…
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Arkansas Students Win Big with Ideas Matter Essay | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas high school juniors and seniors, this one’s for you: the Clinton Foundation’s Ideas Matter Scholarship is back with $8,500 in prizes to help you turn…
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Celebrate Kiroli Park This Saturday | Monroe Louisiana News
West Monroe’s Kiroli Park Day is this Saturday, September 12th, from 10 AM to 1 PM — a free, family-friendly block party celebrating the park’s history and…
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West Monroe Teen Faces Serious Charges | Monroe Louisiana News
A 20-year-old man in West Monroe, Gunner Gregory Wade, is facing serious charges including attempted second-degree murder and conspiracy after being arrested…
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Arkansas Gas Prices Surge Again | Monroe Louisiana News
Gas prices in Arkansas are surging—up 15 cents since early September, now averaging $3.92 per gallon, over a dollar higher than last year. The…
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Clean Water Not a Constitutional Right | Monroe Louisiana News
A federal appeals court just ruled that clean drinking water isn’t a constitutional right in the U.S., dealing a major blow to residents in Jackson…
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A $100M Push to Save Mothers | Monroe Louisiana News
A bold new $100 million campaign, Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America, is launching to slash U.S. maternal deaths in half by 2031 — tackling America’s…
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ULM Honors 9/11 with Service Grant | Monroe Louisiana News
ULM just landed $200K from AmeriCorps’ 9/11 Day Grant Program to fuel student-led service—turning Sept. 11 into a day of action. For the 25th anniversary…
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The Last Firefighter at Ten House | Monroe Louisiana News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, Sal Argano — the last firefighter from Engine 10 and Ladder 10 still on duty — stands guard at Ten House, a firehouse turned…
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Foster Mom Accused in Drug Bust | Monroe Louisiana News
A woman in Opelousas, Shona Johnson, is facing serious drug charges after authorities allegedly uncovered a home operation involving fentanyl, crack cocaine…
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Barry Melrose: Hockey Legend Remembered | Monroe Louisiana News
Hockey lost a true legend—Barry Melrose, who passed at 70 after a storied career as coach, broadcaster, and game-changing personality. He led the Kings to the…
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Shooting in Centreville Leaves Two Dead | Monroe Louisiana News
Two teens dead, seven others wounded in a July 4 shooting in Centreville, Mississippi — now two more arrests made, bringing total to seven, with charges…
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Louisiana Schools Get Tougher on Threats | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana is cracking down hard on school threats—starting August 1, violators face up to $15,000 fines and 15 years in jail. After a spike in campus…
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American Shrimpers Fight for Survival | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana shrimpers are drowning in costs and crushed by cheap imports—fuel, supplies, and low boat-side prices make it nearly impossible to break even. As…
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SEC Considers Kicking LSU Out | Monroe Louisiana News
The SEC is poised to kick LSU out over a fiery dispute: whether former NFL players can return to the roster. Amid legal battles and heated accusations…
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Cocaine, Crash, and a Fatal Ride | Monroe Louisiana News
A fatal crash in Monroe, Louisiana, on August 3, 2026, claimed the life of a passenger after their Honda Ridgeline slammed into a tree following a stop sign…
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Meta's Muse AI Assistant Takes Action | Monroe Louisiana News
Meta’s new AI assistant, Muse, is here to revolutionize adult life—helping you schedule, shop, and turn big dreams into real plans. Unlike basic chatbots, Muse…
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New Wildlife Area Opens in Louisiana | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana just unlocked a new 1,894-acre hunting paradise—Coochie Brake Wildlife Management Area—in southwest Winn Parish, officially opened for archery deer…
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Rankings Shake Up After Week One | Monroe Louisiana News
College football’s top rankings are heating up as Ohio State stays No. 1, set for a big showdown with Texas. Georgia, Notre Dame, and Indiana all leap ahead…
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Arkansas Pushes for Voter Citizenship Proof | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas Secretary of State Cole Jester is leading a bold push to require proof of U.S. citizenship for all voters, joining nine other state officials in…
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Judge Returns as Yankees Push for Playoffs | Monroe Louisiana News
Aaron Judge is back on the field for the Yankees after a 99-day absence due to a broken rib, batting third and playing right field in a crucial game against…
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Missing Man Daniel Evans Needs Your Help | Monroe Louisiana News
Missing Man Daniel Evans Needs Your Help | Monroe Louisiana News
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Tensas Parish Burn Ban Alert | Monroe Louisiana News
Tensas Parish is under a strict burn ban as dangerously dry and hot conditions persist with no rain in sight—fire officials are sounding the alarm, sending…
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Welles Crowther’s Legacy Honored | Monroe Louisiana News
President Trump honored the memory of 24-year-old hero Welles Crowther, who sacrificed his life saving others on 9/11, by presenting him with the Presidential…