Shreveport's Mike Johnson appears to fail on first attempt to win speaker of House
Republican Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson of Shreveport appeared as if he failed to retain the top job as speaker of the U.S. House after the first round of votes Friday left him two short of the 218 needed.
Tracking how each House member is voting for Mike Johnson as speaker
House Speaker Mike Johnson needs to secure the votes of nearly every Republican to remain in the job he has held since Kevin McCarthy was ousted in 2023.
Republican Mike Johnson Reelected House Speaker in Dramatic Floor Vote
La., right, speaks with House Minority leader Hakeem as the House of Representatives meets to elect a speaker and convene the new 119th Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Mike Johnson won reelection to the House speakership on a first ballot Friday,
Shreveport's Mike Johnson wins House speaker race after two Republicans flip votes
Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson of Shreveport was re-elected to the top job as speaker of the U.S. House on the first ballot Friday in a dramatic spectacle after two Republicans changed their votes to put him over the top.
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Live updates: Mike Johnson on track to fall short in first vote for House speaker
Congress returns Friday and is voting for a House speaker just days after President-elect Donald Trump endorsed Mike Johnson for reelection.
Mike Johnson narrowly reelected House speaker on first ballot: How the news unfolded
Republican Mike Johnson won reelection to the House speakership on a first ballot, pushing past GOP hard-right holdouts and buoyed with a nod of support from President-elect Donald Trump.
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When is the House speaker vote? Live updates as Mike Johnson tries to keep his job
Keep up with live updates from the USA TODAY Network. When is the House speaker vote? The House is set to vote around noon as it selects the speaker for the 119th Congress. Trump
House Speaker Vote Live Updates: Mike Johnson Elected on First Ballot—After Trump Intervenes
House Republicans braced for the possibility that today's speaker vote could last multiple rounds, as incumbent Mike Johnson tried to win over conservative holdouts to get a majority. Follow along for live updates and analysis.
Shreveport woman arrested for allegedly pouring gas on home, setting it on fire
The Shreveport Police Department has made an arrest in connection with an arson case. The incident happened Dec. 31, 2024 ...
A Shreveport man visited Dallas to see childhood friends; his family never saw him again
The Jackson family is left with memories of a young man who, despite his struggles, always said, ‘Yes, ma’am’ and ‘Yes, sir.” ...
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Shreveport mayor addresses safety measures following New Orleans terrorist attack
Following Wednesday's tragedy, Mayor Tom Arceneaux stated the city will be more vigilant than before with upcoming events.
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Check out the City of Shreveport's holiday schedule for 2025
With a new year the City of Shreveport has released city the holiday calendar for 2025. According to the city, this schedule ...
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New Orleans attack: Shreveport resident recounts event
Tragedy strikes Bourbon Street only a few hours into the new year. The attack left the City of New Orleans in mourning. One ...
City of Shreveport announces 2025 city holidays
Twelve recognized holidays are slated for observation by the City of Shreveport. A previous version of the distributed ...
Shreveport’s first baby of the year
The new year marks the beginning of new possibilities and a fresh start and for one family comes a new bundle of joy. Haleigh ...
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Shreveport woman accused of starting house fire
SHREVEPORT, La. -- A Shreveport woman is in jail, accused of starting a house fire Tuesday. Sherri Ann Rule, 57, was booked ...
Two-story Shreveport home catches fire on New Year’s Day
When SFD units arrived on the scene at 8:27 p.m., they reported smoke and flames coming from the front of the structure.
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Check out Shreveport's weather forecast for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
Shreveport will bring in the New Year under clear skies. Check out the forecast from the National Weather Service.
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Shreveport home catches fire on New Year's Eve
SHREVEPORT, La. - Shreveport firefighters responded to a house fire on Horton Avenue near Locust Street tonight. The first ...
Two arrested for alleged stolen vehicles again
Two suspects, with a history of stolen vehicle arrests, have been arrested for alleged possession of stolen vehicles again.