| BY BOB WARREN | Staff writer |
Big problems getting big money: New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is directing tens of millions of dollars to some of the city’s biggest trouble spots in next year’s budget. Think: Crime, blight, quality of life. The city has around $400 million in one-time money to try and solve some of the problems. Stay tuned. Aquarium renovations: Extensive renovations are coming to the Audubon Aquarium, $41 million worth to be exact. It's gonna look great -- but it'll also have to close for six months for the work. Here's the timeline. For more business coverage, please sign up for our NOLA Business Insider newsletter. Nike's NOLA love: Nike has a new shoe out and it’s a celebration of New Orleans, Doug MacCash writes. But they won't be the cheapest kicks in your closet. ‘You want me to preach?’ Saints not where you expected them to be after seven games? The team didn’t expect to be at 2-5 either, and linebacker Damario Davis had a lot to say about it. Want more Saints coverage? Sign up for our Saints Insider newsletter. Thanks for reading Lunch Line today — and remember, you can keep up all day long at NOLA.com. Bob | 