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News 15 is committed to bringing you the latest COVID-19 information as cases continue to rise in Acadiana.

Governor John Bel Edwards has issued statewide mask mandates and several other mandates to slow the spread of COVID-19. The first of many COVID-19 vaccine doses have made their way to distribution sites across the United States. The first of two shots have been given to health care workers and soon to nursing home residents. For a list of Covid-19 locations in your area click the ' COVID Vaccine Locations' link below.

Stay with News 15 for the latest COVID-19 updates from Acadiana and across Louisiana.

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Fans still mourn Kobe Bryant's sudden death one year later

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COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Around Acadiana

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Mardi Gras Cancellations Around Acadiana

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Senate will advance Covid bill with or without Republican support, Majority Leader says

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LOPA Sets New Record for Tissue Donation in 2020

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What do coronavirus variants mean for your masks?

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Unemployment rate drops 1.3%, number of unemployed falls

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The scramble for vaccines is getting ugly.

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Hospitalizations in Louisiana dropping after surge

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St. Landry Parish Arrest Report 1/26/2021

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Dogs likely migrated to the Americas with humans over 15,000 years ago, study says

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A Disney World ticket booker alerted police to a domestic violence victim after taking their call

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Google Maps will soon display Covid-19 vaccination sites

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Covid-19 masks: Which mask is best for you, and when to use it

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COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Around Acadiana

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Farmers in 21 Parishes May Qualify for Hurricane Laura Aid

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Deadline to Apply for FEMA Assistance is December 16th

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IRS Announces More Parishes Eligible for Tax Relief for Victims of Hurricanes Delta and Laura

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