with Kelly P. Kissel | Metro editor... and what a lovely Monday it is ... As we head back into another work week, here are the top stories in the Baton Rouge area today: SHOT IN THE ARM: Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards intends to add the COVID-19 vaccine to the list of mandatory vaccinations for the state's school children. How will that go over? Here's a look. PENALTY FOR MAJOR MISCONDUCT: The state Supreme Court is changing its rules on how to handle suspended judges who hold onto their jobs amid investigations then quit just before a penalty is handed down. There are now monetary penalties. ANOTHER NEW COACH: LSU isn't the only football team with a new coach. Southern's hired one, too. Here's a look at Eric Dooley. BAD WEATHER: Keep your eye out this afternoon for bad weather. There's a bunch of storms just north of the Baton Rouge metro early this afternoon, and they should sag south in the afternoon. The broader forecast is here. | 
