Monroe 71202 Community News

Rising juniors and seniors from the Monroe area have about a week left to apply for ULM's second annual Healthcare Career Camp, a three-day program...

The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is resurfacing the 1998 murder of Wellington Jenkins Jr. at Sean’s Super Save on Burg Jones Lane, stressing that...

Community Volunteer Opportunities

• Water Sweep Cleanups: Ouachita Parish Water Sweep cleanups are scheduled for September 12 from 8 a.m. to 11...

West Monroe is investing $935,000 to replace aging water and sewer infrastructure on Cotton Street, improving reliability for downtown residents and...

An 18-year-old Monroe man was arrested for armed robbery during a Facebook Marketplace vehicle lift kit transaction, held on a $1.25 million bond. The...

Monroe residents can join the North Louisiana Sustainability Summit on October 3 at ULM to connect with local leaders and explore solutions for...

Volunteers needed for Water Sweep cleanups across Ouachita Parish on September 12 from 8-11 a.m. to clear local waterways.

• Why it matters: Cleanups...

ULM has landed its largest federal contract in history — a $4.2 million award to expand weather and water nowcasting across the Lower Mississippi...

Residents can spread joy and explore local spots through this guided kindness adventure.

• Start at Standard Coffee Co. on Desiard Street for remote...

Kiroli Park remains closed six months after January's ice storm, with a tentative reopening set for the second weekend of September.

• Timeline...

Monroe Police need your help identifying a local burglary suspect from photos released today—if you recognize him or know his location, call MPD at (318) 329-2600 or Crime Stoppers at (318) 388-CASH.

Ouachita Green is now accepting nominations for its annual awards luncheon honoring individuals, businesses, organizations, law enforcement, and youth...

Crime and Safety Updates

• 🔥 West Monroe Arrest: Kenneth Harris, 56, was rearrested by the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office and charged with...

Kenneth Harris, 56, of West Monroe was rearrested Tuesday and charged with 200 counts of child sexual abuse material after a forensic review of his...

The Babe Ruth Southwest Regional brings 700 young athletes and 1,500 spectators to West Monroe this week, generating an estimated $1.1 million...

Monroe-area drivers need to plan for nighttime lane closures on I-20 westbound over the Ouachita River July 10-11.

• Right lane closed between S. 5th...

Two new initiatives are launching this summer to help local children start strong.

• Backpack Giveaway: July 11, 9-11 a.m. at 117 Hall Street with...

School Enrollment

• New Student Registration Open: Ouachita Parish Schools opened registration for new students with a deadline from July 6...

A severe storm is approaching Lake Providence with strong gusty winds, with the warning in effect through 11 p.m.

• Monroe sees fairly quiet...

West Monroe Public Works crews begin infrastructure projects with two temporary closures.

• North 3rd and North 4th Streets between Pine and...