8:30 LRN Newscast January 12

Governor Edwards has called for a press conference at 3:30 today where he’s expected to announce what future coronavirus restrictions will be in place. The current modified Phase two order expires tomorrow. Edwards is also expected to discuss the ongoing vaccine rollout. Ochsner Health Doctor Katherine Baumgarten says they administered 57-thousand doses over the weekend, which includes…
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And the state has added 100 more locations where those over the age of 70 can get the vaccine.

Louisiana is one of eight states that has received a green rating, which is good, for its highway safety laws. Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety spokesperson Allison Kennedy says comprehensive safety laws reduce roadway injuries and deaths, which is more important than ever…
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State Police say they are preparing for demonstrations at the State Capitol in the coming days as we get closer to inauguration day. The FBI reportedly issued a bulletin that armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols. President Trump supporters have been gathering at the Louisana Capitol during the weekend, but they have been peaceful.

Both Mega Millions and Powerball have jackpots worth over half a billion dollars. Matt Doyle has the story.
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