Young people ages 18 to 29 lead the state in positive COVID-19 cases for a total of just under nine thousand. That’s approximately 19 hundred more than those 60 and older. Assistant Health Secretary Dr. Alex Billoux says the uptick could due to the age group returning the workforce or a misconception about the virus.
New cases for the state increased today by 1,356
Senator Bill Cassidy says Congress is working on another round of federal economic relief but feels the 600 dollar a week federal unemployment benefit must be changed. Cassidy says one of his constituents says the unemployment benefits are making it difficult to staff their business as the economy begins to reopen.
Five people are dead, and six others are injured following a three-vehicle crash on LA Highway 29 in Cottonport. State Police Trooper Casey Wallace says it started when a Ford pickup crossed the centerline, striking an oncoming van. Troop E Troopers have investigated 25 fatal crashes resulting in 31 fatalities so far in 2020. Wallace says the message to the public is just to be aware of what is going on when you are on the road.
Cut 8 (07) “…of your surroundings.”
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries reports a third straight month of over-the-year increases in fishing license sales. LDWF Undersecretary Bryan McClinton says the uptick began in the days following the Governor’s stay at home order. McClinton says the purchase of a license will not break the bank and can be done at one of the LDWF’s approved vendors or online at WLF.LA.gov.
Cut 11 (05) “…your actual license.”