5:30 LRN Newscast

If you thought gasoline was expensive, that’s nothing compared to diesel, which is now averaging more than six dollars a gallon. In an effort to get diesel prices under control, Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day pause on diesel exports. In an interview with CNBC, Landry blames Washington for allowing diesel prices to spiral out of control.

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Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says President Trump’s nominee to head the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, should learn about the state’s seafood industry as part of her confirmation process. Nungesser expressed that sentiment in a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy, saying tariffs on shrimp imports are a good start, but it’s only a starting point.

Cut 3 (11) “…up their act.”

LSU’s star tight end has avoided surgery after injuring his knee in the loss against Ole Miss, but he is expected to miss some time. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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The injury bug has also hit the Saints, who evened their record at 1-and-1 by beating the Ravens yesterday. Left tackle Kelvin Banks, the team’s first-round draft pick in 2025, went down late in the game with a high ankle sprain and will undergo surgery. Head coach Kellen Moore says Banks could return, albeit late in the season.