The latest numbers show there are 171 cases of COVID-19 in Louisiana, with the death toll rising to four in the most recent report. Of the 12 parishes reporting cases, the New Orleans region leads the state, with 116 cases in Orleans Parish and 31 cases in Jefferson Parish.
The Saints and quarterback Drew Brees have reportedly agreed to a new two-year contract 50-million dollar contract.
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The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry is encouraging residents to buy gift cards from local businesses impacted by COVID-19, and order online to support them. LABI President Stephen Waguespack says if you want to see those businesses reopen, you have to support them.
The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a waiver so they can cancel standardized exams for this year, which would also mean test scores would not be part of a teacher’s evaluation. BESE has already decided that annual school performance scores will not be announced next year. BESE President Sandy Holloway says certain requirements for graduating seniors have also been set aside…