| BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Good morning and thanks for joining us. Here are some of today's top headlines. Fixing flood insurance: Congress has balked at reforming flood insurance seven times in as many years and won't likely break that streak in the next month. Democrats and Republicans agree change is needed, but there is no consensus on how to do it. Mark Ballard explains. Downtown tower: The fourth largest office skyscraper in New Orleans has a new owner following a foreclosure on the Poydras Street property. Anthony McAuley has the details. Avis looks back: Five years ago, Avis Williams became the first woman to permanently lead New Orleans public schools in more than 180 years. As she prepares to step down as superintendent, she reflects on her time at the helm. Marie Fazio has the story. Thanks for reading. Check back for more news, entertainment and sports from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 