Louisiana Launches New COVID-19 Exposure Notification App ‘COVID Defense’ [Video]Louisiana Launches New COVID-19 Exposure Notification App ‘COVID Defense’ [Video]Governor John Bel Edwards has announced the launch of a new app that let's Louisianian's know if they've exposed to COVID-19.Michael Dot ScottMichael Dot Scott
Louisiana’s Preliminary Plans for COVID Vaccine DistributionLouisiana’s Preliminary Plans for COVID Vaccine DistributionWhen the vaccine becomes available who gets it first? Here's what the State of Louisiana is currently proposing. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Eunice High Campus Temporarily Closed Over COVID ConcernsEunice High Campus Temporarily Closed Over COVID ConcernsVirtual classes and remote learning will begin this morning while the school is cleaned and disinfected. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Acadiana Leads Louisiana In COVID-19 Outbreaks Within SchoolsAcadiana Leads Louisiana In COVID-19 Outbreaks Within SchoolsThe Louisiana Department of Health and our media partners at KATC-TV3 are reporting that Acadiana leads the state in COVID-19 cases in schools. JakeJake
Louisiana Dept. of Health Portal will Track COVID Cases in SchoolsLouisiana Dept. of Health Portal will Track COVID Cases in SchoolsThe state seems primed to provide moms and dads with the data to at least stay informed.Brandon MichaelBrandon Michael
Governor Edwards Says Louisiana COVID Trends are PromisingGovernor Edwards Says Louisiana COVID Trends are PromisingThe state appears to be heading in the right direction in efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
LDH Report – Louisiana is Not Close to Herd ImmunityLDH Report – Louisiana is Not Close to Herd ImmunityDon't count on the concept of herd immunity putting the pandemic behind us anytime soon. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Lafayette & Lake Charles are National COVID Hot SpotsLafayette & Lake Charles are National COVID Hot SpotsThe cities of Lafayette and Lake Charles are sharing a dubious distinction based on per capita cases of coronavirus this morning. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Lafayette Health Officials Call COVID-19 Increases ‘Worrisome’Lafayette Health Officials Call COVID-19 Increases ‘Worrisome’Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory issued a statement yesterday concerning reported increases in COVID-19 cases in recent days. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Louisiana Residents Urged to Get Back on Track with VaccinationsLouisiana Residents Urged to Get Back on Track with VaccinationsWith many doctor's offices closed during the pandemic many of us have fallen behind on our annual shot schedule. That's something you'll want to correct and here's why. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
The Most Infected Nursing Home in the State is in ShreveportThe Most Infected Nursing Home in the State is in ShreveportThe latest report from the LDH shows that as of Monday, there were 124 cases of infection, and 17 deaths from COVID-19.Brandon MichaelBrandon Michael
Most Common Underlying Conditions in Louisiana COVID-19 DeathsMost Common Underlying Conditions in Louisiana COVID-19 DeathsWhat were Louisiana residents dying from before the coronavirus? The facts from 2018 paint a different picture of this pandemic. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
How to Apply to Become a Contact TracerHow to Apply to Become a Contact TracerCall centers in Lafayette and New Orleans will handle contact tracing for Louisiana. Here's how you can apply for one of the over 700 jobs available. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
LSU Survey – Most Residents Support COVID-19 Mitigation EffortsLSU Survey – Most Residents Support COVID-19 Mitigation EffortsMost Louisiana residents show trust in Governor Edwards and Louisiana Department of Health for coronavirus information and mitigation efforts. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
5:30PM – First Coronavirus Case Confirmed In East Baton Rouge, Still None In Acadiana5:30PM – First Coronavirus Case Confirmed In East Baton Rouge, Still None In AcadianaThere are still no confirmed cases in the Acadiana area. DJ DigitalDJ Digital
More Mumps Cases Reported at LSUMore Mumps Cases Reported at LSUThe number of reported cases has jumped from five to twelve over the last week. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Louisiana Department of Health Investigating Norovirus OutbreakLouisiana Department of Health Investigating Norovirus OutbreakThe virus appears to be spreading across parts of South Louisiana. Here's what you can do to protect your family. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Several Cases of Mumps Reported at LSUSeveral Cases of Mumps Reported at LSUDoctors with the Louisiana Department of Health are looking into several reported cases of the mumps in Baton Rouge. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Louisiana Residents Encouraged to Own Your Own HealthLouisiana Residents Encouraged to Own Your Own HealthYou can improve your health and win prizes just for trying with the state's Own Your Own Health program. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Flu-Like Illness on the Rise in Northern LouisianaFlu-Like Illness on the Rise in Northern LouisianaWith the season peaking at the end of January through mid-February, experts expect reported illnesses to rise even higher. Brandon MichaelBrandon Michael