The state reported nearly 10-thousand new COVID cases yesterday and the number of people hospitalized as a result of the virus is up to 881. At this time there is no statewide mask mandate in place, but Governor John Bel Edwards says one could be coming…
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Embattled Lafayette City Court Judge Michelle Odinet has stepped down from the bench as a result of a viral video where she allegedly used a racial slur as her family watched a home security video of an attempted burglary at her home. Odinet’s Attorney Dane Ciolino says the judge takes full responsbility and knows this is the right course of action…
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In her resignation letter, Odinet says she’s sorry.

Louisiana will be a feature in the 133rd Annual Tournament of Roses Parade this morning. Kevin Gallagher has more…
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Another warm day today, but there is a slight risk for severe weather as the state will soon experience a big change in temperatures. A strong cold front will drop temperatures into the 40s on Sunday for north Louisiana and 50s for south Louisiana. Much of the state will be below freezing on Monday morning.