The CDC now indicates that the coronavirus is not easily spread through contaminated surfaces. Assistant state health officer Doctor Joseph Kanter says it is still important to keep surfaces clean, even if it’s less of a threat than human-to-human transmission.
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Kanter says we should not let up on our precautions, which means keep washing those hands on a frequent basis.

Before heading out for the Memorial Day weekend, Louisiana House members are voting on numerous bills today including pro-gun legislation. Erath Representative Blake Miguez has a bill that would bar local governments from restricting the sale or transfer of guns and ammo during a public emergency. Miguez says it was partially inspired by a declaration of emergency in New Orleans that restricted those rights.
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Sales of fishing licenses spiked during the Governor’s stay at home order. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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The presidents and chancellors of each Southeastern Conference school are set to vote today on whether they will allow student-athletes to return on campus on either June 1st or 15th. LSU is hoping for a June 1st return date. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette says it’s opening its athletic facilities for students-athletes on June eighth.