Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is lifting certain COVID-19 restrictions on businesses and keeping a statewide mask mandate in place. At a press conference yesterday, Edwards announced that he is lifting capacity limits for bars, restaurants, gyms, and retail settings, with bars allowed to stay open past 11 p.m. if they follow local ordinances. Edwards said state health officials are trying to strike a balance between lives and livelihoods. The Governor will issue a new proclamation today that will then stay in effect until April 28th.