6:30 AM LRN Newscast

The SEC files a federal lawsuit against LSU, claiming the university’s pursuit of NFL players harms the conference and violates the conference’s First Amendment right to enforce its own rules. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau.

Cut 7 (12) “…being very unprofessional.”

All this on the same day that Baton Rouge Judge William Jorden 44 athletes a preliminary injunction against the NCAA and SEC, allowing them to return for a fifth season of eligibility. Attorney for the athletes Ryan Downton.

Cut 10 (13) “…should play.”

Concerns remain that the school could face later punishments if the SEC wins its federal lawsuit or impending appeal of the injunction.

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Today is the day construction will officially get underway on the Hyundai Steel plant near Donaldsonville. Stephanie Malin with Hyundai Steel says there are several reasons why the company chose Ascension Parish to establish its new plant.

Cut 14 (12) “…in the community.”

The Pelican Institute for Public Policy says there are some strong indicators that show Louisiana’s economy is heading in the right direction. Chief Executive Officer Daniel Erspamer says Louisiana is doing better than the nation in one key economic number…

Cut 4 (11) “…was 2.1-percent.”