| BY JESSICA WILLIAMS | Deputy Editor |
KENNEDY WATCH: What’s U.S. Sen. John Kennedy’s next move, and what does that mean for the 2023 gubernatorial race? Those are the big questions in Louisiana state politics after Kennedy’s smashing victory in Tuesday’s election, despite a host of challengers. ARCHDIOCESE SELLS: More than two years after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the face of mounting lawsuits related to past child sexual abuse, the Archdiocese of New Orleans is beginning to raise cash by selling some of its vast real estate holdings. METHODISTS SPLIT: The United Methodist Church has cut ties with 58 Louisiana churches, at the request of congregations with traditionalist beliefs. The church has long debated issues of sexuality and theology; a plan to formally split the denomination is in the works. Happy Sunday. Catch the latest news all day on NOLA.com. J.W. | 