For the past three days, the state has reported an increase in the number of people hospitalized because of COVID-19. The state health department reported 20 more hospitalizations yesterday, the largest increase since May 25th. Assistant Health Secretary Doctor Alex Billioux says the pandemic is not over and we need to continue wearing masks and social distancing…
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Eighteen states across the country are seeing an increase in new cases. Texas hit a record-high daily number yesterday.

A Lake Charles attorney is pushing for the removal of a Confederate monument on the lawn of the Calcasieu Courthouse. Attorney Todd Clemons says when you are black and entering the courthouse, the monument sends a message that you don’t have equal rights…
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After weeks of national protests following the death of George Floyd, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that he says will encourage police departments to reform their practices. The president says the order also bans the use of chokeholds in most cases. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says a total ban warrants further study…
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Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the president’s order falls sadly and seriously short of what is required to combat the epidemic of racial injustice and police brutality.

There was an officer-involved shooting in New Iberia last night. Authorities say shots were exchanged between a suspect and New Iberia police during a pursuit. The suspect was injured by gunfire. State Police is expected to release more information later today.