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LSU is projected to finish fifth in the SEC this season, with Georgia predicted as the champion. Two small businesses sued the Trump administration over newly imposed tariffs, and the Port of Long Beach plans to explore building a nuclear reactor to power the port.

ESPN has cut ties with Ryan Clark, a former LSU star, as part of layoffs across the network. The layoffs are affecting multiple positions within the network.

United Airlines is scheduled to add special nonstop flights to Baton Rouge for LSU's home football games against Alabama and Texas during the November 2026 season. These flights are designed to accommodate fans traveling to the high-profile matchups.

A cook at a fraternity house on LSU's campus accused of selling cocaine was arrested after an investigation.

LSU students developed AI solutions for four Baton Rouge organizations during a capstone course, creating tools like GuideOverride for course override requests, Bid Busters for proposal reviews, Beyond Ctrl-F for cybersecurity assessments, and ForeSight for safety risk analysis. The projects, led by assistant professor Keith Mills, aim to provide practical business applications while advancing LSU's AI initiatives.

Louisiana's AI boom extends beyond data centers, with LSU economist Dek Terrell highlighting opportunities for economic transformation through AI adoption in energy, manufacturing, and education. LSU has launched the state's first AI bachelor’s degree, and Terrell’s GoAI Economy research series examines AI’s long-term impact on Louisiana’s workforce and industries.

LSU is assessing the sustainability of its partnership with Stephenson Technologies Corp. following a state audit that cited years of inadequate oversight and financial misconduct. The nonprofit's future may depend on a single federal contract.

LSU student DeMarcus St. Julian has a growing business creating homemade meals and treats for dogs.

Louisiana is positioning itself as a leader in the U.S. nuclear energy industry by expanding nuclear infrastructure, with Turner Industries creating 1,000 jobs through nuclear-grade manufacturing. The state is collaborating with government agencies and educational institutions to develop a skilled nuclear workforce, driven by rising demand from energy-intensive industries and climate goals.

LSU and FMOL Health | Our Lady of the Lake have awarded over $1.6 million in research grants to seven teams through the Collaboration in Action Program (CAP), targeting critical health challenges in Louisiana. The funded projects focus on areas such as cancer, trauma care, chronic disease, obesity, sports medicine, brain health, and medical data science, utilizing technologies like wearable devices and machine learning to improve patient outcomes.

LSU laid off 25 employees, including its chief financial officer and former diversity, equity, and inclusion staff, as part of cost-reduction efforts. The layoffs, which saved approximately $3.7 million, aim to redirect funds toward hiring faculty and research initiatives. The restructuring includes renaming offices and consolidating duties following leadership changes.

LSU eliminated 25 positions to focus on research and faculty. An LSU spokesperson confirmed the cuts occurred on Thursday.

A former LSU football player was arrested in connection with a deadly crash in Baton Rouge that resulted in two fatalities. Police confirmed the arrest, linking the individual to the incident.

LSU researchers are developing a needle-sized robotic inspection device inspired by medical technology to examine hard-to-reach industrial equipment areas without dismantling them.

An attorney challenging an LSU-controlled taxing district claims records indicate at least 100 individuals who may reside within the district, potentially complicating the lawsuit. The finding could undermine the district's validity by suggesting it includes unintended residents.

LSU researchers are testing an AI-powered flood prediction system in Ascension Parish, utilizing real-time drainage data, weather forecasts, and parish sensor networks. The collaboration with Ascension Parish government aims to enhance flood response by combining local infrastructure data with LSU's computational expertise, with the AI tool generating hourly forecasts to support human decision-making in drainage operations.

An educational program at LSU’s Hilltop Arboretum focuses on Louisiana's reptiles and amphibians, aiming to highlight these often-overlooked species. The event provides an opportunity to learn about the state's hidden herpetofauna.

LSU and Hyundai Steel have formed a research partnership to support Hyundai's $5.8 billion steel mill in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. The agreement focuses on advancing research in metallurgy, materials science, energy, robotics, and environmental engineering, while creating workforce development opportunities and fostering innovation.

LSU and Hyundai Steel have formed a research partnership to support Hyundai's $5.8 billion steel mill in Ascension Parish, focusing on advancements in metallurgy, materials science, energy, robotics, automation, and environmental engineering. The agreement aims to build a skilled workforce pipeline and facilitate long-term applied research opportunities for LSU while providing Hyundai access to research infrastructure and innovation.

N.C. State is investigating LSU for potential legal claims related to men’s basketball coach Will Wade’s departure, including allegations that LSU violated North Carolina law by inducing a breach of his contract. The school received a $4 million buyout payment from LSU but argues it does not absolve LSU from legal liability, citing possible violations of the Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act.