6:30 LRN Newscast

The World Health Organization declares the Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency as the number of infections has soared to nearly 10,000 worldwide. State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch says Louisiana doctors are screening patients with cold or flu-like symptoms…
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There have been at least six confirmed cases in the US.

Southern University and Ilera Holistic Healthcare release their line of hemp-derived CBD oil known as ALAFIA. Executive Director for the Southern Institute for Medicinal Plants Dr. Janana Snowden says the rollout gives students the opportunity to learn about the medical cannabis industry.
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The product can be found at the state’s nine licensed medical marijuana pharmacies.

Food delivery app Waitr is doubling its delivery staff for Super Bowl Sunday. What are the most popular food items? Kevin Barnhart has the answer.
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While making the rounds on radio row at the Super Bowl, Saints Coach Sean Payton said he honestly doesn’t know if quarterback Drew Brees will return next season.