The State Treasury Department will begin accepting applications for the Main Street Recovery Program, a grant program aimed at COVID-impacted small businesses, starting tomorrow at 9 AM. State Treasurer John Schroder expects the program be over its funding capacity in the first ten days because 275 million dollar program isn’t a lot of money in a state of 457,000 small businesses…

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The money will be sent out on a first-come-first-served basis.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the product is being shipped from mystery sources in China and Eastern Europe, and authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the mystery seeds.

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Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and former State Representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19. Jeff Palermo has more.

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New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell orders a business to close due to violation of public health orders related to COVID. It’s anyone’s guess as to when Willie’s Chicken Shack locations can reopen…

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Starting tomorrow small businesses can apply for up to 15-thousand dollars in grant money through the state’s Main Street Recovery Program. Louisiana Treasurer John Schroder on where to apply…
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The state legislature has set aside 275-million dollars and for the first 21 days grants will be given to businesses who didn’t receive federal assistance or insurance payments as a result of COVID-19.

Former Vernon Parish Sheriff and state representative Frank Howard has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19. Howard was Sheriff for 24 years. Current Vernon Parish Sheriff Sam Craft remembers his predecessor as one who was constantly involved in the community.
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Howard served three terms in the state legislature before term limits forced him out last year.

A study indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has shut down all Willie’s Chicken Shack locations in the city after one shop reportedly sold go-cups over the weekend. Cantrell says the shutdown sends the message that the city is serious about enforcing its COVID health orders.
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Bars and restaurants are prohibited from selling to go cups in New Orleans.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says if you receive a mystery package, don’t hesitate to contact authorities.
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Strain says authorities will come to you to handle the disposal of the mystery seeds.
New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell orders all locations of Willie’s Chicken Shack closed due to violations of the city’s ban on to-go drinks. Cantrell says the there was ample evidence of non-compliance at the locations and a task force was dispatched to investigate.

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Willie’s released a statement saying patrons refused to comply with the order and they support the city’s public health efforts. Over 2,300 new COVID-19 cases have been reported by the state today.

Louisiana small businesses can begin applying for a grant worth up to 15,000 dollars tomorrow as part of the Main Street Recovery Program. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Application for a state-run grant program for small businesses impacted by the pandemic begins tomorrow. Eligible businesses can receive up to 15,000 dollars in reimbursement for expenses incurred during the shutdown. State Treasurer John Schroder calls it no strings attached, and expansive…

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Businesses must have a brick and mortar location and fewer than 50 employees to be eligible.

The Department of Agriculture and Forestry is warning residents of mystery seeds being delivered through the mail that may contain some sort of plant pest or disease.  Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the seeds have been received via unsolicited packages by people across the US, including Louisiana.

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Strain says he’s been in contact with the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service about the issue.

A study from the career website Zippia polled 2,000 people nationwide to find out how likable their bosses are and the top things they hate about their bosses.  Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says the study indicates physical proximity is a factor as the further away a boss is, there is an increased chance that a worker will dislike them.

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SEC presidents and athletic directors will hold a series of virtual meetings this week to discuss fall sports plans. College football insider Brett McMurphy says because so many states are struggling to contain the coronavirus, it’s unlikely the college football season will kick off Labor Day weekend

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The PAC-12 and Big 10 have already made the decision to play conference only football schedules this season. 

The ACLU is looking for Louisianans who feel they were the victim of racist policing to help them file lawsuits challenging discriminatory policies. ACLU Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed says if you are concerned about coming forward because it could lead to retaliation from law enforcement, your initial statement will remain confidential…
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This includes racially motivated traffic stops, searches, seizures, detainments, and incidents where police dogs were used to assault people on racial grounds.

With schools set to resume soon, state health officials are concerned many children are not up to date on their vaccinations. During the early portion of the pandemic, many elective medical procedures were put on hold and State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says that dropped the rate of vaccinations.

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SEC presidents and athletic directors will hold a series of virtual meetings this week to discuss fall sports plans. College football insider Brett McMurphy says because so many states are struggling to contain the coronavirus, it’s unlikely the college football season will kick off Labor Day weekend

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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said earlier this month that the league will make an announcement in late July on whether it can start the season on time.

A study from the career website Zippia indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says the study also shows physical proximity is a factor, as the further away a boss is, there is an increased chance that a worker will dislike them.
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The ACLU of Louisiana would like to hear from you if you feel you’ve been the victim of racist policing. ACLU Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed says they’re looking to compile data and to use those racially-based law enforcement interactions to challenge discriminatory departments in court.
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The initiative is part of ACLU Louisiana’s Justice Lab project that includes the participation of 35 law firms.

We’re 40 days away from the first full Saturday of college football, but there’s doubt it will happen on time. The PAC-12 and Big 10 have made the decision to play conference only football schedules and college football insider Brett McMurphy says expects the ACC, the Big 12 and SEC do the same…
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A study indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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The state reported yesterday that COVID-19 hospitalizations declined by 43 since Friday and the number of patients on ventilators dropped by 13. The first significant decline since mid-June. The number of COVID-19 deaths increased by 51 over the weekend to a statewide total of 3,651.

If you feel a law enforcement officer treated you unfairly based on your race, the ACLU would like to hear from you. Matt Doyle has more…
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An arrest warrant has been issued for a Monroe Police officer accused of excessive force during the arrest of 40-year-old Timothy Williams on April 21st. Williams says he was punched and kicked by two officers while he was in handcuffs. The city of Monroe say the two arresting officers are on administrative leave and an arrest warrant has been issued for one of the arresting officers.

We’re 40 days away from the first full Saturday of college football games and there’s doubt the season will start on time. College football insider Brett McMurphy says there’s a concern for community spread when students return to campus…
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The SEC presidents and atheltic directors are expected to meet several times this week and the planning talks are expected to stretch into the first week of August.

A study from the career website Zippia polled 2,000 people nationwide to find out how likable their bosses are and the top things they hate about their bosses. Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says in Louisiana, 18-percent of workers disliked their boss.
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Nationally, the most disliked traits about bosses were micromanaging, never being available, and incompetence.

The ACLU is looking for Louisianans who feel they were the victim of racist policing to help them file lawsuits challenging discriminatory policies. ACLU Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed says they’re seeking individuals who’ve suffered that kind of incident since May first…
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This includes racially motivated traffic stops, searches, seizures, detainments, and incidents where police dogs were used to assault people on racial grounds.

Schools are set to resume soon and the state department of health is concerned many children are not up to date on their vaccinations. State Immuniziation Director Doctor Frank Welch says not every kid needs a vaccine every year and the best thing to do is ask your child’s pediarician what may be needed…
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SEC presidents and athletic directors will hold a series of virtual meetings this week to discuss fall sports plans. College football insider Brett McMurphy says because so many states are struggling to contain the coronavirus, it’s unlikely the college football season will kick off Labor Day weekend
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LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward told the Advocate the talks between SEC leaders will likely to stretch into the first week of August.

A survey from the career website Zippia has found that 59-percent of Louisiana workers have quit a job because they say their boss was bad. Head of content at Zippia Kathy Morris says Louisiana has one of the higher monthly quit rates in the nation…
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The ACLU of Louisiana is seeking plaintiffs to challenge what they call racist policing practices in Louisiana. Legal Director Nora Ahmed says people who have had negative race-based interactions with the police since May 1st can contact the ACLU of Louisiana’s Justice Lab. The information you provide will remain confidential…
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Ahmed says the Justice Lab is putting together an intensive litigation effort to challenge racially discriminatory policing practices.

With schools set to resume soon, state health officials are concerned many children are not up to date on their vaccinations. During the early portion of the pandemic, many elective medical procedures were put on hold and State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says that dropped the rate of vaccinations.
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Welch says not every kid needs a vaccine every year and the best thing to do is to ask your child’s pediatrician what may be needed.

NFL players report for training camp tomorrow and plan to kick-off the regular season on time. But what about college football? Kevin Barnhart has more…
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The state reported yesterday that COVID-19 hospitalizations declined by 43 since Friday and the number of patients on ventilators dropped by 13. The first significant decline since mid-June.

The state health department reported 2,142 new coronavirus cases Friday to bring the total to 103-thousand. The death toll also rose by 30 to 3,604. Hospitalizations also rose to 16-hundred. Several hospitals say their I-C-U’s are filling up with COVID patients and staffing is also an issue. Doctor Henry Kaufman with Our Lady of the Lourdes in Lafayette…
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The state made a request to the federal government for 700 health care workers, but other states are facing similar situations.

We have our first hurricane of the 2020 season as Hanna has strengthened into a Category One storm and is set to make landfall later today along Texas’ southern coast. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we could see about two inches of rain along Louisiana’s coast through Monday…
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A study indicates more than one in six Louisiana workers hate their boss. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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Good news Pelicans fans, rookie Zion Williamson has returned to the NBA bubble in Orlando afer being away from the team because of a private family matter. NBA protocol calls for Williamson to quarantine immediately, but while away he regularly tested negative for COVID-19. The Pels have a scrimmage game tonight against Denver.