9:30 LRN Newscast

A federal judge rules that Louisiana’s law requiring social media companies to, among other things, verify the age of users is unconstitutional. NetChoice successfully argued that those requirements violate the First Amendment because they force users to give up too much personal information to gain access. Attorney General Liz Murrill says she will appeal.

Cut 6 (09) “…over protecting minors.”

Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Wyche Coleman says near-sightedness is becoming an epidemic among children in the state. He says one hour of natural sunlight exposure greatly reduces that risk; and if kids use the fact that it’s an overcast day as an excuse to stay indoors, that that’s no excuse.

Cut 15 (12) “…bright as indoors.”

It seems that A-I has taken over nearly every facet of our daily lives, and that includes Christmas shopping. Retailers are using A-I agents, like Walmart’s Sparky and Amazon’s Rufus, to give online shoppers a helping hand on what to get their loved ones. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says they’ve been very effective – and very profitable.

Cut 23 (08) “…having with it.”

Brick-and-mortar retailers, meanwhile, are using A-I to manage inventory, to make sure there are enough gifts for everyone to buy.

Raising Cane’s owner Todd Graves and Saints owner Gayle Benson were in Baton Rouge yesterday to donate 100 children’s bikes and helmets to members of the YMCA of the Capital Area. The holiday bike giveaway is part of Mrs. Benson’s Month of Giving.

Cut 12 (10) “…events like this.”