| BY BOB WARREN | Staff writer |
Rising rents: If you’re a renter, you’ve probably noticed you are paying more. A report this week says the average renter in New Orleans doesn’t earn enough money to comfortably afford a two-bedroom place in the city, Sophie Kasakove reports. Costco in Covington: Some retail news making a wave on the north shore. Land clearing has started on a site near Covington where officials have said a Costco store, the first on the north shore, is slated to be built. Joni Hess reports that the time line is still a little hazy. First class: New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s travels are in the news again. The mayor and two aides spent more than $30,000 in public money to fly to South Korea, some of which included first-class accommodations, Joseph Cranney reports. 1950s style: Wanna take a step back in time? Check out this "Mid Mod" home in Lake Vista that just drips 1950s style. Contributing writer Davis Allen takes us on a tour. Thanks for taking a break with us today. And please consider subscribing to The Times-Picayune with this great deal on digital access. Be sure to mention my name! Bob | 