5:30 LRN Newscast August 15

LSU Quarterback Myles Brennan is walking away from LSU and football. WWL’s Kristian Garic reports Brennan made the decision after being told he’ll start the season as the third string quarterback. Garic says Brennan waited for his time to be the starter, but injuries kept derailing his career…
cut 13 (11) “…got injured”
At practice today, Jayden Daniels and Garrett Nussmeier were seen sharing snaps with the first team offense. The Tigers are scheduled to scrimmage on Wednesday.

Waitr is now officially known as ASAP, and spokesperson Dean Turcol says it’s part of the Louisiana-based company’s transition to deliver a broader range of products.
Cut 9 (08) “…of food.”
You’ll be able to order things like alcohol, clothing, and auto parts via ASAP.

A Lafayette cop is in critical condition today, after being hit and dragged by a motorist. More from Kevin Gallagher…:
Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

ULM athletic director Scott McDonald announced his resignation today effective September 1st. McDonald says he plans to return to the financial services industry now that the school is near completion of a comprehensive athletic strategic plan. ULM plans to name an interim A-D soon.