| BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Good morning and thanks for joining us. Here are some of today's top headlines. Promotions on hold: NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said Wednesday that it was Mayor LaToya Cantrell's decision to halt a recent round of high-ranking police promotions. The revelation has prompted further outcry from police groups, who say the decision smacks of retaliation. Missy Wilkinson has the story. Encampment cleared: That apparent agreement between the Cantrell administration and Louisiana State Police to pump the brakes on clearing a homeless encampment? It didn't last. Sophie Kasakove has this report. Scrim snared: Scrim, the mixed-breed terrier who has been evading would-be captors throughout Mid-City for months — apparently with two bullets in him — has finally been brought in. For now. Seriously, this dog is hard to hold back, and it took a tranquilizer dart and a bit of luck. Don't miss Doug McCash's account. Eras Tour arrives: Taylor Swift's Eras Tour came to town Wednesday and began setting up the pop star's massive stage production that will thrill fans for three nights at the Caesars Superdome. Keith Spera has the details. Thanks for reading. Check back for more news, entertainment and sports from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 