Here's a look at some of the latest information and headlines on coronavirus in Louisiana.44,030 cases across the state2,855 deaths reportedMore than 33,904 people have recoveredLouisiana Phase 2 underwayNew Orleans starting Phase 2 Saturday According to the Louisiana Department of Health, 44,030 coronavirus cases have been reported in the state. There have also been 2,855 COVID-19 deaths recorded, according to Wednesday's update.More than 15,000 of the state's coronavirus cases have been reported in the New Orleans metro. Of the state's COVID-19 deaths, more than 900 have been confirmed in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.According to Wednesday's update, New Orleans now has 7,295 coronavirus cases while Jefferson Parish is reporting 7,971 cases.Click here to view more information on cases parish-by-parish.In Louisiana, there are now 549 patients receiving treatment for COVID-19. Of that number, the health department said 72 patients are on ventilators.More than 33,904 Louisianians have recovered from COVID-19, officials said.When it comes to testing in the state, more than 459,000 coronavirus tests have been completed and performed, according to Wednesday's update.Click here for more information on testing in the state.Stay-at-home order in Louisiana:Louisiana is well into phase two of its reopening plan.Some businesses are slammed, others are waiting for their first customers and others are taking another week to prepare as Louisiana eases up on the brakes hit in March to slow the spread of COVID-19.Bars, massage facilities, bowling alleys, recreational pools and tattoo shops in Louisiana were allowed to reopen Friday after a 2 1/2-month closure.Restaurants and other businesses that had been allowed to open in mid-May at 25% of capacity can now expand to half-capacity.Gov. John Bel Edwards said the new rules will be in effect for at least three weeks.Edwards and state officials are still stressing the importance of ongoing social distancing and mask use when out in crowded public areas. The Louisiana Department of Health is also calling on restaurants to move to reservation systems.Coronavirus in New Orleans:New Orleans is getting ready to let the good times roll in casinos and bars again - with restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19. The city was once a major hot spot for the disease caused by the new coronavirus. But the city began easing restrictions restaurants and other businesses in May. And on Tuesday, Mayor LaToya Cantrel, outlined plans to lift more restrictions this coming Saturday. That means bars and casinos can open - although at only 25 percent capacity. Another New Orleans cultural touchstone - live indoor music - will remain off-limits.Click here for the latest local and national coronavirus updates.News you can use:In need of hand sanitizer? Here's how to make your ownIs it allergies, the flu or the coronavirus? How to tell the differenceHere's how to safely exercise outside during the coronavirus outbreakProductive and entertaining activities you can do from inside your homeA guide to keeping your child safe and reassured as coronavirus spreadsHow to manage OCD and anxiety amid the coronavirusHow to clean your car for coronavirusCoronavirus: 4 ways to care for dry hands during regular washingHow to work from home without losing your sanityHow to stop touching your face all the time, according to expertsHow to properly clean your keyboard, which is one of the germiest places you touch dailyPGlmcmFtZSBzcmM9Imh0dHBzOi8vZDJjbXZicTdzeHgzM2ouY2xvdWRmcm9udC5uZXQvZW1haWwvcHJvZF9jb3JvbmF2aXJ1c19pZnJhbWVfYXJ0aWNsZS5odG1sIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjQxNCIgc3R5bGU9IndpZHRoOjEwMCU7Ym9yZGVyOm5vbmU7b3ZlcmZsb3c6aGlkZGVuIiBzY3JvbGxpbmc9Im5vIiBmcmFtZWJvcmRlcj0iMCIgYWxsb3dUcmFuc3BhcmVuY3k9InRydWUiPjwvaWZyYW1lPg==