Michael Barnes
Reporter - KSLA
Shreveport, La.
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Michael Barnes is an alum of Caddo Magnet High and a recent graduate of Louisiana State University Shreveport.
Barnes loves and appreciates all forms of art: music, fashion, cinematography, and storytelling. Listening to music is his main hobby. He also loves to eat! Journalism is a passion of his. The best part of the job, in his opinion, is meeting new people.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 10:27 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Persistent rain has plagued the ArkLaTex all week, causing the ground to be heavily saturated and water levels to rise.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 9:43 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
23-year-old Hunter Dorram tragically lost his life after being struck by an 18-wheeler
Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 10:41 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The ball was held on Saturday, Jan. 28, and in true Mardi Gras fashion, gold, green, and purple decorated the ballroom in the Shreveport Convention Center.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 10:46 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
While he was once a “fallen” hero, Lt. Scott Lillis is back on his feet and back on-duty with the Bowie County Sheriff’s Office.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 11:06 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
After the shooting that happened on Sugar Lane, the community gathered in abundance for a prayer vigil on the corner of David Raines and MLK Drive.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 5:14 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Just two weeks ago, gas prices in the ArkLaTex were well below $3 per gallon.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 9:49 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Delcomyn says that the change in child credit taxes, while very subjective, could be taking more out of your pockets this year around.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 11:39 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Daffney Dawson
Church leaders hope this will help identify the person responsible
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 10:51 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
On Saturday, Jan. 21, the Louisiana National Guard held a graduation for members of the Youth Challenge Program (YCP).
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 10:48 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Amia Lewis
On Saturday, Jan. 21, Shreveport Police officers arrived on the scene of a car accident on Line Ave just before 3 p.m.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 10:12 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Plans have finally been approved by the Louisiana Gaming Board to bring back to life the former Diamondjacks Casino in Bossier City, which has sat empty and decaying for over 2 years.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 10:32 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Parents at Waskom Middle School were alerted to a text about alleged threats on campus. on Jan. 19, and they didn’t agree with the way the incident was handled.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 10:46 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Amia Lewis
During a school board meeting on Jan. 17, Dr. Lamar Goree, Caddo School’s superintendent, said the schools are getting better.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2023 at 10:28 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Amia Lewis
Around 7 p.m. on Jan. 14, Shreveport police were called to Hollywood Avenue for a major crash involving multiple cars.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 11:47 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Brittney Hazelton
Someone broke into Word of God Ministries and set fire to the children’s center of the church
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 10:07 PM CST
|By Daffney Dawson and Michael Barnes
This will be the second annual event held between both parishes.
Updated: Jan. 8, 2023 at 5:13 PM CST
|By Curtis Heyen and Michael Barnes
The homeowner was not present at the time
Updated: Jan. 7, 2023 at 10:16 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Around 4:30 p.m., the Shreveport Police Department arrived on at a shooting that took place on the 4300 block of Hollywood Ave on Jan.7.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2023 at 7:35 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes and Amia Lewis
Just before 12 p.m. Jan. 7, the Shreveport Police Department was called to Peach Street for a shooting that led to a 4-year-old boy getting shot
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 10:40 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The new year has many different meanings to many different people, but for Louisiana, the new year means crawfish season has begun.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 1:06 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The only other councilmember nominated was Jim Taliaferro.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 6:37 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
After being reported missing for several hours, Maria Montalvo had been found at an Applebee’s in Bossier City.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Why one had a loss of water citywide and the other never lost water pressure
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 12:07 AM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“There were thousands of gunshots at one time. Where do all the bullets go?”
Updated: Dec. 26, 2022 at 11:23 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“We’re in the South and we’re not accustomed to extremely freezing temperatures”
Updated: Dec. 25, 2022 at 11:30 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“She ultimately would have died to save the puppies”
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 9:38 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Despite the bitter cold, football fans were still out showing their support at the 46th Annual Independence Bowl on Dec. 23.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 10:20 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Temporary reopening comes despite code violations
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 11:14 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“We’ve been anticipating this moment for months”
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 10:54 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Leaders say their generosity is part of upholding their core principles
Updated: Dec. 18, 2022 at 9:15 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“The old riverboats (have) ... outlived their usefulness,” gaming official says
Updated: Dec. 17, 2022 at 10:43 PM CST
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
The Waskom Fire Department(WFD), Elysian Fields Fire units, and Harrison County Fire Marshal’s Office all combat flames at Tiller Veterinary Clinic.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 6:32 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
People have been donating material items like clothing to those in need; food was donated to the community as well.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 9:26 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The tornado resulted in one major injury and two tragic deaths.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 11:01 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
She was the victim of the first Shreveport homicide of 2012.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 6:10 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Parents said they are looking forward to giving their child a special Christmas gift.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 10:25 AM CST
|By Brittney Hazelton and Michael Barnes
Tap Cancer Out is raising funds for nonprofits battling cancer and helping survivors by grappling it out on the mats.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 5:27 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The national average is sitting at $3.31, while the ArkLaTex has a max average of $2.90.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 5:18 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The checks were given as an act of gratitude for employees who worked through the pandemic.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 5:36 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Odds for stolen packages will be even higher this year, with a predicted 27% more online shopping being done this holiday season
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 11:49 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
“... I talk to her every day and still see her every day,” her father said
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 5:43 PM CST
|By Curtis Heyen and Michael Barnes
Wounded boy taken to hospital; alleged shooter ran off, authorities say
Updated: Dec. 3, 2022 at 10:58 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Last year, Caddo Schools won the competition, but both districts say they’re happy to work together for a good cause.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2022 at 10:39 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The organizations gave out suits, ties and dress shirts to men of all ages at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 4:34 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
There are still more than 400 trees waiting to find a home.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 3:31 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Saturday, Dec. 3 is the last day to vote early. The last chance to cast a ballot will be Dec. 10.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 5:55 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Kaur says improper use of the medication poses at least one major risk and she advises against unnecessary usage.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 2:55 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
He will appear in court for an argument and hearing in Feb. 2023.
Updated: Nov. 26, 2022 at 7:28 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
The day is an opportunity for smaller businesses to get the same attention as big corporations.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 4:45 PM CST
|By Michael Barnes
Timeline Antiques, a small business in Shreveport, is preparing for the big day.
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