Governor John Bel Edwards is taking more aggressive steps to fight the spread of COVID-19. He says all casinos, bars and movie theaters will be closing at midnight tonight and restaurants will be limited to delivery and drive-thru orders. Edwards says he’s taking these steps to protect the health of Louisianans, especially those over the age of 60…
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The governor is reporting there are 132 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Louisiana and two people have died.

Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman Ronnie Jones says casino operators are supportive of the move by the governor…
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The governor says operations may be able to resume on April 13th.

Legislative leaders have decided to temporarily adjourn the 2020 session until March 31st due to COVID-19 concerns. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says its the right call because it would have taken one positive test to shut down the Capitol…
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Pinsonat says the compressed schedule is likely going to result in non-essential legislation being abandoned, but a budget must be approved by July 1st.

If you are one of the many who are now working from home as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Tech Gumbo host Haggai Davis recommends that you have some structure in place, like setting a work schedule and designating a work area…
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