KLFY.com Articles: March 24, 2020

Waffle House closes 365 restaurants amid coronavirus pandemic Gov. Edwards plans to use hotels to house coronavirus patients President Trump approves major disaster declaration in Louisiana AT&T increasing pay for employees amid the coronavirus pandemic Southern University offering gas money, plane tickets for students otherwise unable to move back home Essential businesses work to supply consumers with goods during coronavirus stay-at-home order Is abortion an essential surgery? Decisions to halt elective procedures spark debate ‘Coronavirus: Facts Not Fear’ evening update – March 24, 2020 With Senate stalled on COVID-19 relief bill, Pelosi accused of ‘hijacking’ crisis Clinical trials underway for drugs that show promise fighting coronavirus Juvenile arrested after Opelousas police unit was reportedly used in music video featuring multiple firearms Senators look for options to protecting Americans’ right to vote One-on-one with former LSU stud Ben McDonald Lafayette General launches app that allows patients to talk with physicians from home LSU canceling traditional May commencement ceremonies Churches offer drive-thru confessions in Louisiana Clinical trials begin for drugs that might help treat coronavirus symptoms Trump hopes to lift social distancing guidelines by Easter Travel organizations call on Congress for help amid virus pandemic Statewide burn ban issued during public health emergency Sam’s Club announces special hours and ‘concierge pickup’ for seniors UPDATE: Acadiana grab-and-go lunch status, locations parish by parish All La. state parks and state historic sites temporarily close to public Athletes left with questions after Tokyo Olympics postponed Hotels nationwide sign up to support first responders, provide housing AT&T giving free wireless data to school districts to help students learning from home No emergency SNAP benefits available at this time, those in need asked to apply online Trump hopes country will be reopened by Easter amid outbreak St Martin Parish president makes statement on first COVID-19 case confirmation US could soon become epicenter of virus pandemic after ‘very large acceleration’ in cases, WHO warns What you need to know today about the virus outbreak Meet Your Neighbor: Dr. Tina Stefanski provides update on coronavirus spread and precautions in Acadiana Petition calling for Central pastor to face justice over hosting large crowds despite government orders Tuesday’s ‘Great American Takeout’ campaign underway to help local restaurants Bishop Deshotel blesses health care workers at coronavirus public screening site at the Cajundome Blue Cross and Blue Shield of La. commits $2.1 million to COVID-19 response Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation announces dividend distribution of $86 million $31 million granted to Louisiana for COVID-19 response CMS approves Medicaid Section 1135 waivers for 11 additional states, including Louisiana Stocks up over 5% amid building hopes for US virus stimulus Gov. Edwards requests Major Disaster Declaration for Louisiana to combat the spread of COVID-19 Doctor takes practice on the road to protect elderly patients from COVID-19 New order: Louisiana Supreme Court addresses “potential jail overcrowding” Newsfeed Now Coronavirus: ‘Facts Not Fear’ morning update – March 24, 2020 Shreveport crafters combat coronavirus North Carolina man arrested for coronavirus hoax at Walmart Coronavirus FAQ: Disinfecting your devices and other things you should know BREAKING: 2020 Summer Olympics postponed due to COVID-19 health concerns News 10 Morning Rush Headlines: March 24, 2020 Acadiana Eats Live: Noah’s Cafe in Lafayette Unable to visit mom in hospice, son worries virus will keep them apart until its too late Texas Lt. Gov: Those over 70 should ‘take care of ourselves’ Virus deaths mount in the U.S. and Europe as world enters critical period Tokyo Olympics officially postponed until 2021 Trump says he intends to reopen country in weeks, not months Warm Days, Mild, Foggy Nights & Dry…