| BY CHAD CALDER | Staff writer |
Another slow start: The Saints once again dug themselves a hole they couldn't get out of, falling to the Vikings 27-19. And they lost QB Derek Carr to a concussion in the process. Jeff Duncan has the three things we learned from the game, while Rod Walker writes that the Saints will enter their bye week with more questions than answers. You'll find all of our Saints coverage here. Bottom found? For the first time in years, Louisiana’s insurer of last resort has seen notable decreases in the number of people on its rolls. This follows a brutal couple of years following the near complete collapse of the insurance market, thanks to the 2020 and 2021 hurricane seasons. Sam Karlin has the details on what's behind the modest improvement. Country showdown: One of Washington Parish’s longest-serving elected officials, Randy "Country" Seal, finds himself in the fight of his political life, facing a challenge from Jason Smith, a rancher, former Marine and political newcomer who has never run for office. Faimon Roberts has this story on the origins of a tough race. Thanks for starting your day with Morning Headlines. Check out all the latest news, sports and entertainment coverage from The Times-Picayune. Chad | 