| By Bob Warren
Abortion bill draws opposition: The state's two leading anti-abortion groups say they can't lend their political muscle to a bill that could allow women terminating their pregnancies to be charged with murder. Mark Ballard of our Capitol Bureau tells us why.
Diversions and politics: We have a fascinating story today that mixes politics, big personalities and billions of dollars in coastal restoration plans. Not to mention some terrific reporting from Sam Karlin. Check it out here.
More diplomas: The decision by the state’s top school board could make around 1,500 high school seniors now eligible for a diploma this spring. The Hurricane Ida-spurred waiver impacts students in 25 parishes, including those across our metro areas.
Another discipline arrest: You might recall the St. Tammany pastor -- also headmaster of a school, a player in parish Republican politics and one-time “Survivor” contestant -- who was accused of juvenile cruelty last month. He said Monday he’s temporarily stepping away from his school position after police arrested him on another accusation of cruelty stemming from school discipline.
More than a house: “Sometimes a house is more than a house.” Contributing writer Mike Scott, purveyor of stories about houses that are more than just houses, offers up another today: About a cottage on Pauger Street in the Marigny and its ties to the daughter of a slave who became an entrepreneur.
Hope you enjoyed today’s Lunch Line. Thanks for taking a break with us. And of course, be sure to check out NOLA.com for more news throughout the day. BW | 
