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State coronavirus cases break 2,000 mark

There were 18 new coronavirus deaths and 510 new cases reported by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals in its daily update released at noon Thursday.

Giving the gift of life

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In a crisis situation, it’s typical for each person to find where he or she can plug in to make a difference. And while each emergency has its own unique needs, there are some things that remain universal.

Abraham praises Trump’s handling of coronavirus

Fifth District Congressman Ralph Abraham, R-Alto, said Thursday that the United States cannot adopt “widespread, long-term measures which cripple our economy and cause millions of Americans to lose their jobs” in its attempt to quell the coronavirus.

Sewing to beat the outbreak

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Ruston resident Carole Carson can’t keep up with the orders for fabric facemasks she’s receiving from area health care workers and other people concerned about personal protection from the coronavirus.

La. sees another surge in virus deaths, cases

There were 19 new coronavirus deaths reported by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Wednesday, bringing the total number to 65 since the outbreak began.

Police Jury announces reduced hours, services

After closing the courthouse and other facilities Monday, the Lincoln Parish Police Jury announced a slate of additional changes to services Tuesday afternoon in response to Gov. John Bel Edwards’ “stay-at-home” order now in effect.

Mosquito season: Time to get ready

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If you thought you saw a mosquito buzz by while you were outside trying to beat the coronavirus cabin fever, you did. But relax.

COVID-19 fallout likely to impact Louisiana’s next budget

Despite an unanticipated drop in revenue caused by business shutdowns in the wake of the coronavirus, Louisiana should end the current fiscal year with a balanced budget, Rep. Chris Turner said Tuesday.

Key medical glove factories cutting staff 50%

Malaysia’s medical glove factories, which make most of the world’s critical hand protection, are operating at half capacity just when they’re most needed, The Associated Press has learned.

Louisiana cases climb to 1,338

The number of people in Louisiana who have died after contracting the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, more than doubled since Sunday, from 20 to 46 Tuesday.