The ACLU is suing Louisiana over its law making it a state crime to interfere with immigration enforcement. Legal Director Nora Ahmed says the law is essentially silencing Immigration Services and Legal Advocacy in violation of its First Amendment rights.
Attorney General Liz Murrill says she looks forward to defending the law in court.
Saronic Technologies announces it’s investing 300-million dollars to expand the Franklin Shipyard in St. Mary Parish. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois says this project builds on Louisiana’s proud shipbuilding legacy by integrating innovative technology to ensure the state continues to be at the forefront of America’s defense economy.
Cut 6 (09) “…advantage of that.”
Flu season arrives in Louisiana with a vengeance. According to the CDC, Louisiana has the highest rate of flu or flu-like illness in the country. Ochsner Health family medicine physician Dr. Madeleine Dehner (DAY-ner) says take extra precautions if you’re near anyone exhibiting flu-like symptoms.
Cut 11 (09) “…much as possible.”
The state semifinals of the high school football playoffs are tomorrow night. In Division Three non-select, St. James versus Sterlington in a rematch of last year’s state championship, with Sterlington winning by a touchdown. The LHSAA Network’s Spencer Verrett expects another close game.
Cut 14 (09) “…a crazy matchup.”
South Plaquemines, Edna Karr and Archbishop Shaw are the other defending champions playing tomorrow night.