| BY BOB WARREN | Staff writer |
Hottest ever? You just thought it was hot. Look for those scorching temps to bump up even higher this week. Hottest ever? It’s possible, especially on Wednesday, Roshaun Higgins reports. Speaking of the heat, coupled with the lack of rain it has made parts of Louisiana a pile of dried wood just waiting to go up in flames. More here. Short-term rental suit: More wrangling over New Orleans’ short-term rental regulations. The plaintiffs in a longstanding lawsuit have asked a federal judge to halt the city’s new short-term rental permitting program, Ben Myers reports. Honored: First Gentleman Jason Cantrell, who died last week, was honored Monday evening during a ceremony at Gallier Hall. Friends and family remembered the husband of Mayor LaToya Cantrell as a loving and selfless man. ‘Big 3’: Saints fans are likely familiar with Michael Thomas, Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed as the team’s top wide receivers. Thomas has called them “the Big 3.” Columnist Rod Walker takes a look at the other wide receivers, and who might be in that number once the team has to cut its roster to 53 players next week. Thanks for taking some time with us today. If you aren't a subscriber, here's a great deal! Cheers, Bob | 