Good morning, New Orleans.

Officers arrested Christopher Parker after a weekend shooting in the French Quarter injured five people near Decatur and Iberville—video shows him firing into a crowd during a fight at French Quarter Fest and he was later found with a gun warm to the touch—and a judge set a $2 million bond while all victims remained stable.

Terrance Green, who faced multiple drug and gun charges, fled court custody on Thursday and removed his ankle monitor at Walmart on Tchoupitoulas Street — authorities now consider him armed and dangerous.

The New Orleans Police Department is asking for help to find missing 8-year-old Justin Anders, who was last seen at his home in the 2200 block of North Johnson Street around 2:30 p.m. today and urges anyone with information to call Fifth District Detectives at (504)658-6050 or Crimestoppers at (504)822-1111.

A new Tulane University study shows that mostly Black neighborhoods near chemical plants along the lower Mississippi get most of the air pollution but few jobs in the chemical sector.

The study found that in Louisiana, 41 percent of working-age people are nonwhite yet hold only 21 percent of high-paying jobs and 33 percent of low-paying roles in the industry.

Today, the House Civil Law Committee approved a bill that bars drivers determined by police to be 51% or more at fault from recovering damages for injuries from auto accidents—an 11–4 vote passed the measure along party lines.

Today, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has activated Phase 1 flood flight procedures in New Orleans after Mississippi River levels at the Carrollton Gage climbed above 12.85 feet—levee inspections will occur twice a week until water drops below 11 feet.

River levels are forecast to reach 16.5 feet by the end of the weekend, and no impacts are expected for the city at this time.

On Wednesday, Louisiana’s Public Service Commission voted 3-2 to cancel an energy efficiency program meant to lower electric bills for residents who already use more power than any state—critics say the abrupt decision allows utilities to keep earning money from unused energy.

The vote took place during a remote meeting and may leave many Louisianans facing higher costs—officials defended the move by citing high administration costs.

VPG Holdings and American South Capital Partners acquired a 250-unit affordable housing property at 2651 Poydras St. in New Orleans built in 2009; the partners will invest in deferred maintenance and energy-efficient upgrades to preserve quality housing for tenants earning less than 60% of the area median income—an effort to ease local renters' cost burdens.

Dumpstaphunk Concert

9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Civic Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the funky sounds of Dumpstaphunk live in New Orleans.

Billy Iuso with Iko Allstars

8-11 p.m. — The Broadside — $ — Enjoy a unique take on Grateful Dead classics performed by top New Orleans musicians.

Fontaines D.C. Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Civic Theatre — Tickets start at $65 — Enjoy an energetic performance by Dublin's Fontaines D.C.

Daze Between New Orleans 2025

5-11 p.m. — Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $67.50 — Experience an incredible lineup featuring Umphrey's McGee and more across two days of music.

Mitch Woods Live

5-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Experience the boogie-woogie sounds of Mitch Woods in a lively happy hour concert.

A New Orleans Tribute to Phil Lesh

9-10:30 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets start at $62.50 GA — Celebrate the music of Phil Lesh with a star-studded lineup of talented artists.

Mike Gordon Concert

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets from $47 — Experience a live performance from the Phish bassist in a vibrant setting.

Walk It Off Sis

9-11 a.m. — Metropolitan Events — Empowering women through group walks and open conversations about health and well-being.

Bearly Dead Tribute Show

7 PM - 12 AM — No Dice — $16.09 — Experience the vibrant tribute to Grateful Dead with a full-throttle live performance filled with energy and great musicianship.

Ed Volker & Dave Malone Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets available — Celebrate Jazzfest's end with Ed Volker and Dave Malone accompanied by special guests.