Good morning, Monroe.

Monroe residents call for safer pathways to protect cyclists and pedestrians as they share the road with vehicles.

State law requires drivers to give a three-foot space when passing—cyclists, especially children, are urged to wear helmets for their safety.

Monroe police arrested 18-year-old Andrew Grant on June 4 after a witness said he ran a stop sign on March 26 at Riverside Dr and Rochelle Ave—hitting a bicyclist who later died and testing with 72.2 mL of THC in his blood, over 14 times the legal limit.

A NELA man was extradited from Arkansas and charged with six counts of attempted second-degree murder after a fire in which all six people in the building escaped unharmed—authorities are investigating the incident.

Richard D. Pope, a West Carroll Parish man arrested in Arkansas on May 22 for multiple attempted second-degree murder charges—along with aggravated arson and obstruction of justice—was extradited to Louisiana and is now held at Richland Parish Detention Center.

On June 3, 2025, meteorologist Alex Noel joined Kristopher Kelly from the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce to discuss hurricane season—covering topics like safety, insurance, and weather coverage.

The West Monroe Board of Aldermen approved a $27.4-million spending plan for the general fund budget for a fiscal year starting July 1 — the plan will finance city services.

Gray Media's KNOE signed a five-year extension with the New Orleans Saints to be the official channel for Saints coverage next season; the network will show preseason games starting August 10 and air an exclusive NFL Films documentary — 'Waiting on Moore' — on June 8 and 9.

Kitten Shower

10 AM – 4 PM — Ouachita Valley Branch Library — Free admission — Celebrate kittens with snuggles, refreshments, and educational demonstrations.

Pre-Father's Day Blues Show

6-11:59 p.m. — The Hub Event Venue — General Admission $33.85, VIP $81.88 — Experience vibrant blues music on the Creed & Creed Stage before Father's Day.

Open House at 116 Bordeaux Drive

7-9 p.m. — 116 Bordeaux Dr, West Monroe, LA — Free entry — Explore a charming home with spacious rooms and an inviting atmosphere, perfect for summer relaxation.

JSE Team Camp: High School Basketball Showcase

12-5 p.m. — West Monroe Sports & Events — Ticket fees apply — Showcase your basketball skills at Louisiana's only NCAA-approved event for high school teams.