| By KASEY BUBNASH | Staff writer |
Good morning and thanks for joining us. Here are some of the day's top headlines. Chaos in the Warehouse District: NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick offered few details Monday about the investigation into a shooting outside Republic NOLA that killed one and wounded 11 others. But officials discussed one topic at length: What will the state's new concealed carry law mean for a city that already struggles with violence? Here's what we know about the shooting and the city's response. Braid bill: Lawmakers have tried and failed before to make the state's licensing requirements for hair braiders and florists less burdensome. This year, the sponsors of two bills that once again aim to loosen those rules are hoping for a different outcome. Desiree Stennett has the details. Bankruptcy protection: A Texas law firm that filed thousands of lawsuits on behalf of homeowners across Louisiana who suffered hurricane damage in 2020 and 2021 was fined a record $2 million by the state for unfair trade practices. Now the firm is filing for bankruptcy protection. Sam Karlin has the latest update on MMA Law Firm and its alleged scheme. Thanks for reading, and check out all the latest news, sports and entertainment coverage from The Times-Picayune. Kasey |