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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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Elementary Kids Need Adults at Games | Monroe Louisiana News
Magnolia School District just dropped a major rule: kids in grades K–5 can’t attend athletic events alone. Parents, you’re officially required to accompany…
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Google Maps Renames Lake Ontario | Monroe Louisiana News
Google Maps just renamed Lake Ontario to “Lake America” for U.S. users, following a Trump executive order — sparking outrage from Canada, Indigenous nations…
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Permanent Standard Time Debate | Monroe Louisiana News
A new bill, the Sunshine for Our Kids Act, could make standard time permanent nationwide — a radical shift from today’s twice-yearly clock changes. Proponents…
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AI Fooled by Dating App Scam | Monroe Louisiana News
A 35-year-old man, Daejon Love, is accused of running a jaw-dropping dating app scam where he posed as a San Francisco 49ers player and a Swiss real estate…
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Digital Slang Evolving Fast | Monroe Louisiana News
Digital slang is exploding—and it’s weirder than ever. The top searched term? Not a word, but “6-7,” a number sequence teens are obsessed with. Meanwhile…
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Hovland Holds Lead in High-Stakes Final Round | Monroe Louisiana News
Viktor Hovland holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the Tour Championship after a stunning five-under 65, sinking clutch long putts to stay…
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The $400K Search for a Missing Cannabis Advocate | Monroe Louisiana News
A missing cannabis legalization advocate vanished two decades ago after a tense meeting over unpaid debts, leaving his family—and the world—without answers…
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Cowboys Trade for Jones, Fix OL | Monroe Louisiana News
Dallas Cowboys make a bold move, acquiring high-potential offensive tackle Broderick Jones from the Steelers in a savvy trade that swaps future draft picks…
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ICE Eyes Robot Dogs for Safety | Monroe Louisiana News
ICE is splashing out up to $2 million on Boston Dynamics’ robotic dogs, Spot, to boost officer safety by scouting hazardous zones without risking human lives…
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Soto Returns With Clutch Hit | Monroe Louisiana News
Juan Soto’s return to the Mets lineup was a statement—after 31 games sidelined by a calf strain, he crushed the moment with a clutch fifth-inning single that…
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Khat Smuggling Surges at U.S. Airports | Monroe Louisiana News
CBP agents are on high alert as khat seizures surge at U.S. airports—nearly 1200 pounds seized at O’Hare alone from travelers flying in from Senegal, with…
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Yiannopoulos Deported After Overstaying | Monroe Louisiana News
Milo Yiannopoulos, the British commentator and vocal immigration hardliner, was deported from the U.S. after overstaying his visa, missing a July immigration…
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Teleprompter Insider Trades Millions | Monroe Louisiana News
A former White House teleprompter operator, Gabriel Perez, was caught betting big on what President Trump would say—using his inside access to rake in over…
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Seneca Nation Defies Presidential Rename | Monroe Louisiana News
The Seneca Nation is fiercely resisting President Trump’s executive order to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America,” arguing it violates the 1794 Treaty of…
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West Monroe’s Wayne Gentry to Produce 2026 Miss America | Monroe Louisiana News
West Monroe’s Wayne Gentry, with nearly 50 years in pageantry since 1976, is stepping into the spotlight as producer of the 2026 Miss America Competition — a…
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Reese’s 8th Tech Foul Under Review | Monroe Louisiana News
Angel Reese’s season hangs in the balance after picking up her eighth technical foul in a tense fourth-quarter tangle with Portland’s defender — a call she…
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Yosemite Land Swap Under Fire | Monroe Louisiana News
A controversial land swap proposal involving Yosemite National Park is sparking national outrage, as the Trump administration allegedly pushes forward with a…
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Trump Admin Surges Denaturalization Lawsuits | Monroe Louisiana News
Trump’s administration is on a steep climb in denaturalization lawsuits, filing 50 in July alone — the highest ever recorded — up from just 18 in June and far…
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North Louisiana Sportsman's Expo Opens | Monroe Louisiana News
North Louisiana’s biggest outdoor gear bash just kicked off in West Monroe — and it’s exploding with energy! Starting with just 20 vendors, this year’s expo…
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Tragic Crash on Highway 165 Claims Life | Monroe Louisiana News
A tragic crash on U.S. Highway 165 in Louisiana claims the life of 59-year-old Shannon Duplechain from Lake Charles. The collision, involving a dump truck and…
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Magnolia Street Workheads Start Next Week | Monroe Louisiana News
Starting next week, Magnolia’s Crestview Subdivision around Karen Creek will see road resurfacing crews at work—expect milling, heavy equipment, and temporary…
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Acadian EMS Class for Just $400 | Monroe Louisiana News
Get ready to jump into EMS—Acadian’s National EMS Academy is launching a brand-new, affordable 12-week EMT program in Monroe, LA. For just $400 (normally…
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Winn Parish Hunter Safety Class This Saturday | Monroe Louisiana News
Don’t miss Winn Parish’s big Hunter Safety Class this Saturday, September 19th—packed with 10 hours of training from 8 AM to 6 PM at the Sheriff’s Gun Range…
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Louisiana Tackles Suicide Prevention | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana’s Department of Health has teamed up with Southern University on a three-year suicide prevention initiative, leveraging the university’s proven…
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AI in Classrooms: Tools, Ethics, and the Future | Monroe Louisiana News
AI is already transforming K-12 classrooms across the U.S., with 60% of public school teachers using it by 2024-2025. Educators are pushing for AI literacy to…
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Tallulah Churches Unite for Community | Monroe Louisiana News
Tallulah’s city leaders are uniting with a powerful coalition of local churches—including Palestine, First Kingdom, East Star, Seventh Day Adventist…
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Government Surges Denaturalization Cases | Monroe Louisiana News
Government denaturalization lawsuits are surging, with 50 filed in July alone — a sharp spike from 18 in June and far exceeding the 8 cases filed all year…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Soars Through Music | Monroe Louisiana News
Dolly Parton’s passing sparked a global musical avalanche—streams of her songs surged over 2,400% in the U.S. alone, with her music hitting nearly 80 million…
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Artemis II Crew Honored for Historic Moon Flight | Monroe Louisiana News
Artemis II crew honored with Congressional Space Medal of Honor for historic lunar mission—first humans to fly farther from Earth in 50 years, testing Orion…
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Mail Voting Lawsuit Heads to Appeals | Monroe Louisiana News
A high-stakes legal battle over mail-in voting is heating up ahead of the midterms, as the Trump administration appeals a judge’s temporary block on new Postal…
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Daytona Doubleheader Set for Thrills | Monroe Louisiana News
Engines roar back to Daytona this weekend with two high-stakes races: the OReilly Auto Parts Winn Dixie 250 Friday night, and the big one, the Coke Zero Sugar…
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Yiannopoulos in ICE Custody | Monroe Louisiana News
Milo Yiannopoulos, once Ye’s chief of staff and a vocal ICE supporter, is now in ICE custody after allegedly overstaying his visa since 2019 — a situation…
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Jim Taylor Auto Group Breaks Ground | Monroe Louisiana News
Jim Taylor Auto Group is officially breaking ground Thursday, September 3rd at 10 AM on a brand-new, EV-ready dealership at 2001 Louisville Ave in Monroe —…
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Kiffin’s LSU Debut Under Fire | Monroe Louisiana News
Lane Kiffin’s explosive LSU debut is getting the docuseries treatment — “The Difference” drops behind-the-scenes drama, player interviews, and coaching chaos…
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Man Arrested for Setting House on Fire | Monroe Louisiana News
In Rayville, Louisiana, 47-year-old Bryant Nash was arrested for setting his own house on fire—officials say to scam insurance. The blaze, extinguished August…
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Free Lunchtime Concerts Return | Monroe Louisiana News
Get ready to groove during your lunch break—West Monroe’s free Brown Bag Lunch Concert Series is back this September with five weekly performances at the…
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Tony Romo Faces New DUI Charges | Monroe Louisiana News
Tony Romo’s NFL analyst career is on pause after new DWI charges surfaced — including open alcohol, unsafe passing, and a first-offense OWI — following his…
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Fed Hike Fears Drive Market Dip | Monroe Louisiana News
Stocks dip as traders brace for Fed rate hike, fueled by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole remarks emphasizing short-term rates as key to taming inflation —…
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Louisiana Tax-Free Hunting Gear Weekend | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana’s hunting gear tax holiday is here—save big this weekend! From Friday, Sept. 4 to Sunday, Sept. 6, buy firearms, ammo, bows, boots, binoculars, and…
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Misti Cordell Endorses by Louisiana GOP | Monroe Louisiana News
Misti Cordell just earned the official Republican Party of Louisiana endorsement for the Fifth Congressional District, a major boost as the race intensifies…
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Teen Hunter Gets 20-Year Sentence | Monroe Louisiana News
A federal jury just convicted 23-year-old Carson McKoin of assaulting and impeding wildlife agents after he fired a shot at them while hunting — mistaking…
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Louisiana Weighs SpaceX’s Environmental Impact | Monroe Louisiana News
Louisiana officials are reaching out to SpaceX to partner on environmental protection as the company prepares to launch from Pecan Island—just as locals raise…
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Keffe D’s Confessions Under Fire | Monroe Louisiana News
Day nine of the Tupac murder trial in Las Vegas throws a wild twist: Duane “Keffe D” Davis, accused of orchestrating Tupac’s 1996 killing, admitted years ago…
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Josh Jacobs Charged in Alleged Altercation | Monroe Louisiana News
Josh Jacobs, Green Bay Packers running back, faces battery and criminal damage charges after an alleged May altercation with his girlfriend in Hobart—where she…
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Celebrating Black Entrepreneurs in Louisiana | Monroe Louisiana News
August is Black Business Month, and the Northeast Louisiana Black Chamber of Commerce is lighting the way for minority entrepreneurs navigating the early…
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HBO Max Drops September Blockbuster Lineup | Monroe Louisiana News
HBO Max is unleashing a wild September lineup: dive into the eerie “Backrooms,” witness Jay-Z’s 30-year journey with Rick Rubin in “JAŸ-Z In 8,” laugh with a…
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Duane Davis Trial Day 9 Update | Monroe Louisiana News
Day nine of Duane Davis’s trial — aka Keffe D — ended with the defense resting after calling three law enforcement witnesses who placed a cream Cadillac at…
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St. Francis Funds Kids’ Health Future | Monroe Louisiana News
FMOL Health, St. Francis Hospital, is donating $250,000 to help build a massive new health and wellness zone at the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum—set…
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Tate Brothers Face Extradition Battle | Monroe Louisiana News
Andrew and Tristan Tate hit the federal courtroom in Miami, fighting extradition to the UK over explosive charges of rape and human trafficking. The brothers…
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SpaceX Eyes $100B Starbase in Louisiana | Monroe Louisiana News
SpaceX is moving fast in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, with dredging already underway near Freshwater City for its proposed Starbase Louisiana launch facility —…
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Barksdale Base Noise Alert Friday | Monroe Louisiana News
Get ready for some serious sound this Friday at Barksdale Air Force Base—planned controlled detonations between 5 AM and noon are set to rock the area. No…
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Border Water Boost with $164M Investment | Monroe Louisiana News
Border leaders unveil a $164 million water infrastructure push for the Rio Grande Valley, tackling drought, aging pipes, and Mexico’s unpaid treaty…
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Archer Ashbrook: Star Student-Athlete | Monroe Louisiana News
Archer Ashbrook is crushing it on and off the field at St. Frederick High, juggling a flawless 4.0 GPA with warrior-level athletic grit—proof that excellence…
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Bite Me Bistro Books for Kids | Monroe Louisiana News
Brooke Worley, owner of Bite Me Bistro in Farmerville, Louisiana, is turning her food truck into a book drop for kids—inspired by Dolly Parton’s Imagination…
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Baxter Recalls IV Drugs Over Steel Contamination | Monroe Louisiana News
Baxter International is recalling two critical drugs—70% dextrose injection and sodium citrate solution—due to potential contamination with dangerous particles…
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Children's Museum Moves Forward | Monroe Louisiana News
Children's Museum Moves Forward | Monroe Louisiana News
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ULM Police Chief Leads State Law Enforcement | Monroe Louisiana News
Tom Torregrossa, ULM’s campus police chief and former Monroe PD veteran, just became president of the Louisiana Association of Chiefs of Police — a historic…
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Nepal Floods Claim Lives of American Pilgrims | Monroe Louisiana News
Nepal’s deadly floods have swept away lives and left dozens missing, including Americans on a spiritual pilgrimage to Mount Kailash. Three U.S. citizens have…
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Arkansas Chiefs Back ALPRs With Safeguards | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas police chiefs are embracing automated license plate readers as a powerful tool to enhance public safety, helping track missing persons, solve crimes…
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Cyclospora Outbreak Spreads to 20 States | Monroe Louisiana News
A massive cyclospora outbreak now spans 20 U.S. states, with cases confirmed in Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas — the largest of its kind in American history…