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• Some state workers now under mask mandate amid Omicron spread in Louisiana Play Video

  December 21, 2021 5:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Many state workers will return to work after the holidays to an office mask mandate. In newly-updated COVID emergency orders revealed Tuesday afternoon, Governor John Bel Edwards said he added a provision "allowing all state government agencies to require mask wearing." The order comes amid... more »

• Louisiana reports 124 Omicron cases, 14 in Baton Rouge area

  December 17, 2021 4:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Health reported 31 additional cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 Friday afternoon. Since Louisiana's first known Omicron case on Dec. 3, the state's total number has increased to 124. Most cases of the variant were identified in the Greater New Orleans... more »

• La. relaxes remaining COVID regulations as life returns to normal

  May 25, 2021 2:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The governor will relax the remaining COVID regulations still on the books in Louisiana. CLICK HERE TO WATCH LIVE COVERAGE The governor said of the remaining rules, which include students wearing masks at schools and universities, would be determined by local educational districts or colleges... more »

• Baton Rouge Catholics can return to mass, don't have to wear masks

  May 21, 2021 7:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge area Catholics should now plan to return to mass, as normal, the Bishop said. In a letter to Catholics Friday, Bishop Michael G. Duca wrote of an official end to the dispensation that allowed the faithful an option to not attend weekly mass amid... more »

• New Orleans will keep mask mandate for now, mayor says

  April 28, 2021 5:01 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Mayor LaToya Cantrell said New Orleans' mask mandate would remain in effect despite Governor Edwards making changes to statewide restrictions. Cantrell announced during a news conference Wednesday that the mandate would remain, though she said the city might be closer to lifting some COVID-19 restrictions. She... more »

• Businesses could require masks on their premises, says BR attorney Play Video

  April 27, 2021 9:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Many business owners are now faced with a big decision as the Governor's statewide mask mandate comes to a close Wednesday. It's now up to them to decide whether to require masks on their property. "It was much easier for businesses to deflect and say... more »

• Area parishes respond to statewide mask order being lifted

  April 27, 2021 5:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's state-wide mask mandate will end this week, with some exceptions. Click HERE to read more. For the most part, local governments will be able to set mask mandates. Below are how area parishes said they are responding: Ascension will lift mask requirements ... more »

• Texas police chief says violating businesses' mask rules can still lead to arrests

  March 10, 2021 3:34 PM

  HOUSTON - Officials in Texas say patrons can still face charges for violating individual businesses' rules regarding face coverings despite the state lifting its statewide mask mandate. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo told CNBC that business property rights mean Texans still need to follow private business owners' rules for... more »

• Man allegedly pulled gun on gym employee over lack of masks

  January 5, 2021 12:43 PM

  MAPLEWOOD, Minn. - A Minnesota man allegedly pointed a gun at a health club employee after complaining that too many members were exercising without masks. Michael Florhaug, 64, was arrested Thursday at an LA Fitness in Maplewood. Prosecutors said the assistant manager, Mike Olson, tackled the gunman when it... more »

• Governor Edwards addresses viral photo showing him maskless at country club Play Video

  December 2, 2020 5:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards briefly addressed a recent photo showing him without a mask at the Baton Rouge Country Club during a news conference about Louisiana's coronavirus response Wednesday. The photo appeared to show the governor near a dinner table on an outdoor balcony, without his... more »

• Central HS coach to fans: Forget politics, be in COVID 'compliance' at playoff game

  November 26, 2020 5:56 PM

  CENTRAL – Central High School is set to host its first-round playoff football game Friday night and Coach Sid Edwards pleaded with fans this week: Wear a mask and stay six feet apart. The plea for social distancing came after the Louisiana High School Athletic Association issued what it... more »

• Keeping students safe, wearing masks at school Play Video

  September 3, 2020 5:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As more students head back to in-person learning, they're masking up. Dr. Michael Bolton, a pediatric infectious disease physician at Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital, says parents should start getting their child used to wearing a mask long before they go back to school. ... more »

• Ochsner Health adjusts mask policy, no longer allows neck gaiters Play Video

  August 20, 2020 6:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Louisiana medical facility says it's no longer allowing certain types of masks in its facilities after new science shows some masks are better than others. Since the start of the virus, Americans have been encouraged to wear masks because they protect people from spreading the... more »

• Gov. Edwards: State seeing 'early signs' of case plateau; urges continued compliance Play Video

  July 28, 2020 10:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - At his Tuesday COVID-19 press conference, Gov. John Bel Edwards hinted at positive signs in the state's effort to slow the spread. "We are seeing early signs, at least, of a plateauing of our cases, which is obviously a good thing," Edwards said. Edwards offered... more »

• EBR Mayor-President holds mask giveaway ahead of statewide mandate Play Video

  July 12, 2020 3:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE – On Monday, a statewide mask mandate will go into effect in Louisiana. “I think the Governor's statewide mask mandate will help us as we deal with these elevated numbers of COVID-19. I always say it's temporary discomfort for long-term gain,” said EBR Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome.... more »

• Store clerk shoots at customer after dispute over face mask

  July 10, 2020 4:27 PM

  SHREVEPORT - An argument between a store clerk and customer led to multiple shots being fired Wednesday night. According to KTBS , Shreveport police is charging Alvin Mitchell, 22, with illegal use of a weapon after a dispute. Around 11:30 p.m. a customer walked in the Circle-K store... more »

• Mayor Broome will distribute free masks at local church on Sunday

  July 10, 2020 3:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The public is welcomed to pickup a mask on Sunday, July 12. Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome will distribute masks at World Shakers Church International located at 851 N 48th St. The even will start at 10:30 a.m. Masks will be distributed on a first come,... more »

• WATCH: Zion Williamson appears in state video urging Louisiana residents to wear a mask Play Video

  July 3, 2020 3:30 PM

  Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and New Orleans Pelicans basketball star, Zion Williamson released a New PSA encouraging Louisiana residents to wear their mask in public at all times. With the recent spike in COVID-19 cases spreading across Louisiana state and health officials have made it mandatory for patrons... more »

• State urges people to 'mask up' as virus numbers increase Play Video

  June 22, 2020 6:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are expected to release new guidance when it comes to wearing a mask. It still recommends wearing a cloth face covering, because the virus can spread between people interacting in close proximity, even from people who aren't showing symptoms. ... more »

• Cabela's donates 10,000 masks to Baton Rouge hospital

  May 8, 2020 2:05 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Cabela’s in Gonzales donated thousands of masks to Our Lady of the Lake Friday morning. Around 10 a.m. staff members from OLOL received PPE from Cabela's , an outdoor gear and sporting goods retail store. According to Cabela's around 1,000 masks are used in one... more »

• Mask distribution continues during COVID-19 pandemic Play Video

  May 4, 2020 6:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Mask distributions continue around the Capital Area as more people are encouraged to wear face coverings. Due to the demand, Murphy Law Firm, the United Cajun Navy, and Gordy Rush of Eagle 98.1 delivered masks and hand sanitizer to local nursing homes and retirement communities. "We... more »

• Councilwoman Erika Green will host free mask distribution

  May 1, 2020 12:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Councilwoman Erika L. Green is hosting a mask distribution for District 5 residents next week. On Monday, May 4, 2020 Councilwoman Green will begin the mask distribution at 10 a.m. and will end once all supplies are gone. The function will be held at the... more »

• Proper mask usage, cleaning explained Play Video

  April 28, 2020 6:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE - More people are encouraged to wear masks in public. And when a few rules are relaxed allowing some businesses to operate Friday, workers will need them to cover their nose and mouth. The CDC says if you're going to be out and about doing essential things,... more »

• Two teens arrested for wearing clown mask at school in Lafourche

  October 4, 2016 2:47 PM

  LAFOURCHE PARISH – The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office arrested two teens for wearing a clown mask while riding around Central Lafourche High School on Tuesday. The two students, 17-year-old Taylor Defelice and Jordan Boudreaux, were charged with violating Louisiana R.S. 14:313 which prohibits masks being worn outside of holidays.... more »