Governor Edwards says the current slowed pace of new infections, deaths, and hospitalizations is encouraging news for the possibility of entering Phase Two in June. The state sees a decline in COVID hospitalizations by 37 today, along with only 18 new reported deaths. Edwards says that’s a good sign, but no reason for people to slack off on wearing a mask due to the risk of asymptomatic transmission.
House Legislation allowing people to take concealed handguns into churches without informing the congregation advances to the Senate floor for final passage. Lake Charles Senator Mark Abraham began the hearing by addressing one of most commonly cited concerns related to the bill…
The legislation still requires a concealed carrier to ask the pastor for permission.
Governor Edwards has the final say on whether voters will decide if they want sports betting legalized in their parish. Jeff Palermo has more…