7:30 LRN Newscast May 14

The CDC says those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, no longer need to wear face masks or social distance in most situations. Tulane Epidemiologist Doctor Susan Hassig says the news comes following real-life evidence that shows the vaccines not only prevent serious illness, hospitalizations, and subsequent death…
Cut 13 (07) “…really important.”

The House Labor Committee approves legislation that would increase Louisiana unemployment benefits by 28-dollars a week and an amendment was added that would give out a 1,000 dollar bonus to individuals who get off unemployment and find a full-time job. There is a catch…
Cut 4 (11)“…24 weeks.”
That’s Monroe Representative Mike Echols who authored the amendment. The newly written bill heads to the House floor for more discussion.

The House Transportation Committee approved legislation this week that would bar the use of handheld cellphones while driving…
cut 2 (28) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

State Police announce the arrest of Louvenia Allen of Baton Rouge and Yakevia Hicks of New Orleans for distributing fraudulent Motor Vehicle Inspection Stickers. Trooper Taylor Scrantz says the fake stickers were sold under the screen names of “Kellz Goated” and “Big Kellz” and if you purchased stickers from them…
Cut 11 (06) “….three-hundred-dollars.