 | By KASEY BUBNASH | Staff writer |
Good morning and thanks for joining us. Here are some of today's top headlines.
Go birds! The Philadelphia Eagles emphatically denied the Kansas City Chiefs’ attempt at a three-peat with a stunning 40-22 victory, delivering a defensive performance that will likely be remembered for years to come. Matthew Paras has this analysis of what happened inside the Superdome. Plus, here's what it was like on Bourbon Street after the Eagles claimed victory, and here's where you can find photos of the big game.
Cruise news: In New Orleans, 1.21 million passengers boarded or got off a cruise ship in 2024, the highest passenger tally in the port's history. So what's behind the rebound in an industry that was decimated by the coronavirus pandemic? Timothy Boone has the story.
War on nutria: With just weeks to go before the government potentially shuts down, House Republicans are still bickering over how best to spend taxpayer dollars. But representatives were able to come together on one thing: finding money for the war on nutria. Mark Ballard has the details.
Thanks for reading. Check back throughout the day for more news, entertainment and sports from The Times-Picayune. Kasey | 
