Governor Edwards says the state will look at its options for potentially partially reopening Louisiana next month as coronavirus infections continue to level off. The curve is flattening, but fatalities remain high. Edwards says tough times are still ahead and saluted the brave medical workers who’ve been pulling incredibly long hours keeping patients alive during the epidemic.
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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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Bagala’s diagnosis was made public April 1st by his family.
Outdoor plans for Easter Sunday are now in jeopardy due to severe weather in the forecast. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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Starting Monday, Louisianans who lost their jobs or had their hours reduced due to the COVID-19 pandemic will receive federally enhanced unemployment insurance payments in addition to the unemployment they already receive from the state. State Workforce Commission Director Ava Dejoie says the higher payments should be automatically added to your benefits if you’ve recertified your hours.
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