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City Schools show loss of 241 students, Carroll has highest lost

October 23, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Monroe City Schools is experiencing a continued loss of students, which could cost the system millions in state funds. Monroe City Schools logged a total head count of 7,846 students on Day 37 of the 2026–2027 school year (Wednesday, September…

Emma Jones, city school’s first female principal dies at 89

October 23, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Emma Jones, a trailblazing educator who broke barriers for women in Monroe City Schools and helped establish a lasting legacy honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died October 17, 2026. Funeral service at set for Friday, October 30, 2026 at…

Man strangles girlfriend; arrested for Domestic Abuse

October 23, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

A 27-year-old man was arrested Friday morning by the Monroe Police Department following allegations of domestic violence and violating an active protective order. According to an affidavit of probable cause, Officer Pfc. Sumer Whitehead was dispatched to a residence on…

Woman accused of barging in on boyfriend demanding intimacy. She was arrested

October 22, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

A 37-year-old woman was arrested early Friday morning in Ouachita Parish after allegedly forcing her way into her ex-boyfriend’s home wearing black lingerie and a trench coat. Taeshiana L. Cook, 37, was taken into custody on October 23, 2026, around…

Carlton Parhms endorsed for 4th District Judge

October 22, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Experience, integrity, and fairness—that is what we believe Carlton Parhms will bring to the judicial bench if elected. Through his dedicated service as Chief City Prosecutor for the City of Monroe and a former Assistant District Attorney, Carlton Parhms has…

Funeral services set for Three-year-old

October 22, 2026October 23, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Services have been scheduled for D’Iree “Ms. Ree Ree” Scott, a three-year-old Monroe resident who passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Born on December 15, 2022, D’Iree brought immense light and joy to her family during her brief years.…

Man arrested for murder of 13-year-old Monroe youth after youth’s body was found in a West Monroe dumpster

October 15, 2026October 26, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

A 23-year-old man was arrested Monday following the discovery of a missing 13-year-old boy’s body in West Monroe, according to the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office. Joshua Swan faces a charge of second-degree murder in connection with the death of 13-year-old…

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