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![Eunice Men File Petition to Recall Governor Edwards](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2020/07/GettyImages-1187910171.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Eunice Men File Petition to Recall Governor Edwards
Organizers of the petition now have 180 days to collect the required number of signatures for action to be taken on the proposal.
![Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy has Recovered from COVID-19](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/04/Sen.-Bill-Cassidy-Photo-by-Alex-Wong-Getty-Images.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy has Recovered from COVID-19
The Senator announced his diagnosis on August 20th. He now plans on resuming normal congressional activities following his recovery.
![President Trump Arrives in Lake Charles to Survey Damage From Hurricane Laura [Video]](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/08/Untitled2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
President Trump Arrives in Lake Charles to Survey Damage From Hurricane Laura [Video]
President Donald Trump has arrived in Lake Charles to survey damage from Hurricane Laura throughout Southwest Louisiana and Texas.
![Governor Edwards Says Louisiana COVID Trends are Promising](http://townsquare.media/site/159/files/2020/06/GettyImages-592215702.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Governor Edwards Says Louisiana COVID Trends are Promising
The state appears to be heading in the right direction in efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19
![Trump Boat ‘Non-Parade’ Scheduled for Labor Day Weekend](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2012/05/94287778.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Trump Boat ‘Non-Parade’ Scheduled for Labor Day Weekend
Boaters are encouraged to decorate their vessels to take part in the non-event, which will be filmed with an aerial camera.
![City of Crowley Facing Cutbacks if Budget Isn’t Passed Soon](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/08/City-of-Crowley.jpg?w=980&q=75)
City of Crowley Facing Cutbacks if Budget Isn’t Passed Soon
The city could be operating on 50% of its current budget if a new budget isn't passed by September 1st.
![Astrologer Looks to the Universe to Make Biden/Harris Prediction](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2020/08/GettyImages-1228018402.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![White House Says COVID Vaccine Could be Ready by October](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2016/07/GettyImages-515758482.jpg?w=980&q=75)
White House Says COVID Vaccine Could be Ready by October
A former Louisiana Congressman and member of the Coronavirus Task Force says to expect a vaccine by October with enough doses for the entire country by the first of the year.
![President Trump Signs Executive Order to Ban TikTok and WeChat in 45 Days](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/08/GettyImages-1263681841.jpg?w=980&q=75)
President Trump Signs Executive Order to Ban TikTok and WeChat in 45 Days
President Donald Trump has been talking about shutting down TikTok and now he's acted upon it. Last night, he signed an executive order to shut down the use of the Chinese-based apps TikTok and WeChat in 45 days.
![Work Search Documentation Now Required for Unemployment Benefits](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/06/GettyImages-965594612.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Work Search Documentation Now Required for Unemployment Benefits
In order to receive unemployment benefits, you'll have to prove that you've applied for at least three jobs every week.
![Louisiana Ranks #1 Per Capita for COVID-19 Cases](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2020/07/GettyImages-1187910171.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Ranks #1 Per Capita for COVID-19 Cases
Despite the ominous distinction, there was positive news for Louisiana during the most recent COVID-19 briefing.
![$1,200 Stimulus Checks Reportedly Coming in August](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/07/GettyImages-1221870086.jpg?w=980&q=75)
$1,200 Stimulus Checks Reportedly Coming in August
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Saturday that Republicans are set to roll out the next COVID-19 aid package on Monday.
![Bar Owners Fight Back Over Louisiana COVID Closures](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/07/163771003.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bar Owners Fight Back Over Louisiana COVID Closures
Bar owners in Louisiana are going to court in an effort to get their businesses reopened.
![Crowley Mayor Tests Positive for COVID-19](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/07/Tim-Monceaux-KATC-via-YouTube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Crowley Mayor Tests Positive for COVID-19
Tim Monceaux has announced a positive COVID-19 diagnosis. The mayor of Crowley will remain in quarantine until his health improves.
![VP Pence in Baton Rouge Today to Discuss COVID-19 Response](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/05/GettyImages-684628350.jpg?w=980&q=75)
VP Pence in Baton Rouge Today to Discuss COVID-19 Response
Baton Rouge is one of three cities in the nation designated for additional federal support for surge testing for COVID-19
![Senator Cassidy – Next Stimulus Package Coming This Month](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/03/GettyImages-81027601.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Senator Cassidy – Next Stimulus Package Coming This Month
With current federal assistance set to expire July 31st Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says lawmakers are already working on the next stimulus package.
![$250 Hazard Pay for Louisiana Workers Nears Passage](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/10/groceries.jpg?w=980&q=75)
$250 Hazard Pay for Louisiana Workers Nears Passage
The $250 hazardous pay stipend would be sent to Louisiana's frontline workers who meet certain requirements.
![Mississippi Votes to Remove Confederate Emblem from State Flag](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2020/06/GettyImages-478254672.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mississippi Votes to Remove Confederate Emblem from State Flag
After the vote, there were cheers and shouts of joy.
![IRS Wants Inmates to Return Government Stimulus Money](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2020/03/GettyImages-1137410589.jpg?w=980&q=75)
IRS Wants Inmates to Return Government Stimulus Money
The Internal Revenue Service sent thousands of dollars in stimulus money to prisoners. Now they want that money back.
![Six Trump Campaign Staffers In Tulsa Test Positive For Coronavirus Ahead Of Rally](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2020/06/GettyImages-1250987927.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Six Trump Campaign Staffers In Tulsa Test Positive For Coronavirus Ahead Of Rally
Six members of President Donald Trump's campaign team have tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of his first campaign rally in months.