Shreveport Council grapples with family annihilationo
In an emotionally raw session Monday afternoon, Shreveport City Council members spoke out following the weekend massacre that claimed the lives of eight children, seven of his own. The meeting served as both a formal briefing and a public grieving session for a city reeling from what officials are now classifying as a "family annihilation."
In an emotionally raw session Monday afternoon, Shreveport City Council members spoke out following the weekend massacre that claimed the lives of eight children, seven of his own. The meeting served as both a formal briefing and a public grieving session for a city reeling from what officials are now classifying as a "family annihilation."
Griffin High School on Level 2 lockdown following phoned-in threat
Students and staff at Griffin High School are spending their Monday morning under a Level 2 lockdown as law enforcement investigates an external threat made by telephone. The Griffin-Spalding County School System confirmed the lockdown was a precautionary measure and that there is currently no active threat on campus.
Students and staff at Griffin High School are spending their Monday morning under a Level 2 lockdown as law enforcement investigates an external threat made by telephone. The Griffin-Spalding County School System confirmed the lockdown was a precautionary measure and that there is currently no active threat on campus.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 79 latest updates
Monday marks Day 79 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.
Monday marks Day 79 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.
How to battle the summer screen time struggle
With summer break just around the corner, the "screen time battle" is officially heating up in households across the country. For many parents, the constant negotiation over "just five more minutes" has become the primary source of household friction. To help families navigate the digital divide, we are joined by Beatrice Moise, a board-certified cognitive specialist, to discuss how to shift from rigid rules to a sustainable tech system.
With summer break just around the corner, the "screen time battle" is officially heating up in households across the country. For many parents, the constant negotiation over "just five more minutes" has become the primary source of household friction. To help families navigate the digital divide, we are joined by Beatrice Moise, a board-certified cognitive specialist, to discuss how to shift from rigid rules to a sustainable tech system.
Meta prepares for "May 20" layoffs
The "Year of Efficiency" appears to have evolved into a permanent strategy at Meta Platforms. According to a breaking report from Reuters, the social media giant is preparing to slash approximately 8,000 jobs—about 10% of its global workforce—on May 20, 2026.
The "Year of Efficiency" appears to have evolved into a permanent strategy at Meta Platforms. According to a breaking report from Reuters, the social media giant is preparing to slash approximately 8,000 jobs—about 10% of its global workforce—on May 20, 2026.
Former Fulton jailer sentenced in 2018 inmate death
A former Fulton County jailer has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in connection with the 2018 death of an inmate, a case that has drawn years of legal scrutiny and allegations of excessive force.
A former Fulton County jailer has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in connection with the 2018 death of an inmate, a case that has drawn years of legal scrutiny and allegations of excessive force.
Gwinnett County Judge Deborah Fluker dies after cancer battle
Gwinnett County is mourning the loss of superior court Judge Deborah Fluker, a legal pioneer who died Saturday after a battle with cancer.
Gwinnett County is mourning the loss of superior court Judge Deborah Fluker, a legal pioneer who died Saturday after a battle with cancer.
U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship as tensions rise
U.S. military forces seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Arabian Sea after it was intercepted near the Strait of Hormuz. Officials say Marines boarded the MV Touska after the USS Spruance fired warning shots and the USS Tripoli launched the boarding operation. Iran is calling the seizure piracy and claims the U.S. violated a fragile ceasefire set to expire this week. Meanwhile, federal authorities arrested a woman at LAX accused of brokering weapons shipments from Iran to Sudan as tensions escalate.
U.S. military forces seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Arabian Sea after it was intercepted near the Strait of Hormuz. Officials say Marines boarded the MV Touska after the USS Spruance fired warning shots and the USS Tripoli launched the boarding operation. Iran is calling the seizure piracy and claims the U.S. violated a fragile ceasefire set to expire this week. Meanwhile, federal authorities arrested a woman at LAX accused of brokering weapons shipments from Iran to Sudan as tensions escalate.
The 130th Boston Marathon
The streets from Hopkinton to Boylston are packed as more than 30,000 athletes compete in the 130th running of the Boston Marathon. Celebrated on Patriots' Day, this year's race is being called "perfection" by participants, thanks to cool temperatures and a helpful tailwind that has already led to record-threatening times.
The streets from Hopkinton to Boylston are packed as more than 30,000 athletes compete in the 130th running of the Boston Marathon. Celebrated on Patriots' Day, this year's race is being called "perfection" by participants, thanks to cool temperatures and a helpful tailwind that has already led to record-threatening times.
Armed man sparks massive police response
A quiet Sunday morning on Sandstone Drive was shattered by a massive law enforcement response after an armed man was spotted running through the neighborhood. The incident, which began around 10:30 a.m., led to a tense standoff and a search for potential victims that put the entire community on edge.
A quiet Sunday morning on Sandstone Drive was shattered by a massive law enforcement response after an armed man was spotted running through the neighborhood. The incident, which began around 10:30 a.m., led to a tense standoff and a search for potential victims that put the entire community on edge.
Red Lobster revives endless shrimp despite financial losses
Red Lobster is bringing back Endless Shrimp for a limited time starting April 20.
Red Lobster is bringing back Endless Shrimp for a limited time starting April 20.
Army vet identified in Shreveport massacre
Authorities have released chilling new details regarding Shamar Elkins, the 31-year-old suspect accused of murdering eight children during a domestic rampage early Sunday morning. The massacre, which officials are calling the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. in years, claimed the lives of seven of Elkins' own children and one of their cousins.
Authorities have released chilling new details regarding Shamar Elkins, the 31-year-old suspect accused of murdering eight children during a domestic rampage early Sunday morning. The massacre, which officials are calling the deadliest mass shooting in the U.S. in years, claimed the lives of seven of Elkins' own children and one of their cousins.
20 cars broken into on Kirkwood Road, Atlanta police say
Atlanta police are searching for suspects after nearly two dozen cars were broken into early Sunday morning on Kirkwood Road.
Atlanta police are searching for suspects after nearly two dozen cars were broken into early Sunday morning on Kirkwood Road.
Mom worried about Dunwoody HS student held by ICE
A mother is worried after her son, a student at Dunwoody High School, was arrested during a traffic stop and was then picked up by ICE. He is currently scheduled for deportation. Lawyers for the family are hoping to meet with officials to plead his case.
A mother is worried after her son, a student at Dunwoody High School, was arrested during a traffic stop and was then picked up by ICE. He is currently scheduled for deportation. Lawyers for the family are hoping to meet with officials to plead his case.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million trucks over faulty transmission issue
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million trucks because the transmission could downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million trucks because the transmission could downshift into second gear unexpectedly.
Woman shot multiple times Sunday night in Atlanta
A 40-year-old woman was hospitalized after being shot multiple times in southwest Atlanta, according to police.
A 40-year-old woman was hospitalized after being shot multiple times in southwest Atlanta, according to police.
8AM Top Stories for 04/20/2026
Top stories for Monday morning include a shooting on Constitution Road, funeral for Tianah Robinson, shots fired on a MARTA bus, and a Dunwoody High School student detained by ICE.
Top stories for Monday morning include a shooting on Constitution Road, funeral for Tianah Robinson, shots fired on a MARTA bus, and a Dunwoody High School student detained by ICE.
Man shot outside Kroger during DeKalb shooting spree has died
A man shot outside a Kroger grocery store during a violent series of attacks across DeKalb County has died, police confirmed.
A man shot outside a Kroger grocery store during a violent series of attacks across DeKalb County has died, police confirmed.
Cardi B criticizes State Farm Arena staff during final tour stop
State Farm Arena faced backlash over the weekend after rapper Cardi B publicly criticized staff ahead of a concert.
State Farm Arena faced backlash over the weekend after rapper Cardi B publicly criticized staff ahead of a concert.
Community shaken after 8 children killed in Louisiana
The Shreveport community is shaken after 8 children were killed during a domestic-related mass shooting. Multiple people gathered on Sunday to remember and honor the children. Police say 31-year-old Shamar Elkins killed all of the children and shot two women, who were critically injured.
The Shreveport community is shaken after 8 children were killed during a domestic-related mass shooting. Multiple people gathered on Sunday to remember and honor the children. Police say 31-year-old Shamar Elkins killed all of the children and shot two women, who were critically injured.