The noon report rises the state’s COVID-19 death toll by 53 to a total of 755 fatalities. Confirmed cases: 19,253, up by 970. Use of ventilators has increased to 479, up by 6.
54-year-old Lafourche Parish Freshman Representative Reggie Bagala passed away yesterday from COVID-19. Bagala proceeded former Representative Truck Gisclair in House District 54. Gisclair says he doesn’t remember ever seeing Bagala without a smile on his face, and he was known for his distinctive chuckle.
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Severe weather is going to trounce on outdoor Easter plans.  State climatologist Barry Keim says the Storm Prediction Center has the state in an enhanced and moderate risk on Sunday. Keim expects rain totals to be up to 2 inches, with rainfall amounts tapering off closer to the coast.

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The state is investigating whether two abortion clinics are performing procedures during the Governor’s stay at home order. Matt Doyle has the story.
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