"Whenever we get to the here-on-out, will the decisions we make be based on the hope that a pandemic doesn’t happen again? Or will they be based on the reality that it can, with the understanding that no one should be in such desperate positions as some of us are now in?"
With public schools closed for a month, learning has largely shifted online.
Despite assurances from Mayor Cantrell that quarantined employees will get "civil leave" pay, three employees told The Lens they are currently on unpaid leave.
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Children, particularly small children, need to understand the sudden transition in their daily routines because of COVID-19. And they need our grace, support, and respect (yes, respect, as a human being), especially during times such as these.
Defense attorneys say city's jail is a dangerous environment during an outbreak.
Schools are closed at least until April. Tests were set to begin at some schools by the end of March.
The fire department will no longer respond to 911 medical calls if the person is describing symptoms associated with the novel coronavirus.
The move follows Governor John Bel Edwards' order to close bars and limit restaurants to carryout and delivery. Grocery stores, health facilities and pharmacies will remain open.
Eight meal-distribution sites were up and running Monday with several more expected to open throughout the week.
