Good morning, New Orleans.

After 10 inmates escaped from the jail early Friday—five still at large—Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson suspended her reelection campaign amid growing criticism of her management of public safety.

New Orleans police are investigating an unclassified death after a body was retrieved from the Mississippi River near the Algiers Ferry on Sunday morning when officers responded to a call that a man had jumped the Crescent City Connection Bridge guard rail at 5:59 a.m.+ the body was recovered at 8:19 a.m., and the coroner’s office will determine the cause of death.

Police arrested a 56-year-old man on Sunday morning in a Desire area home after his girlfriend was found dead with head trauma on Agriculture Street — he was charged with second-degree murder.

Today, on Memorial Day, New Orleans honors fallen servicemen and women by highlighting permanent memorials including a 100-foot obelisk at Chalmette Battlefield (marking the 1815 Battle of New Orleans) and a 1920 Victory Arch in the 9th Ward; additional sites at Chalmette National Cemetery, Caesars Superdome, and the National World War II Museum—celebrating its 25th anniversary next week—offer further remembrance.

A bill sponsored by Sen. Blake Miguez may let anyone legally allowed to carry a gun do so up to a school's property line—while another proposal could let concealed firearms be carried by bystanders along parade routes.

Local officials warn that easing restrictions may risk public safety—adding tension as the Legislature debates the changes.

More than 100,000 customers in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish lost power due to a load shed (a measure used when grid capacity nears its limit) as reported by Entergy.

On Friday, a federal judge in Baton Rouge ordered the DOC (Department of Public Safety and Corrections) to bring back heat protections for Angola's Farm Line workers after a policy change raised the safety threshold to 91 degrees.

The ruling requires officials to check temperature and humidity every 30 minutes and to ensure workers get water, shade, sunscreen, and proper clothing while further changes are expected through ongoing litigation.

ACHA 2025: Broadening Our Scope

4 AM - 1 PM — Hilton New Orleans Riverside — Registration Required — Enhance your skills in college health with 150+ sessions and workshops focused on student wellbeing.

Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted Screening

8-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Concessions available — Celebrate the legacy of cult musician Swamp Dogg in a unique film experience.

Aioli Dinner Supper Club

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Cabildo — $300 per person — Experience a unique food and wine journey while supporting arts education in New Orleans.

Orion Sun Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — Joy Theater — Concert tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Orion Sun live in New Orleans.

NOLA Footwork Festival

3-7 p.m. — The Broadside — Free admission for kids under 10 — Celebrate New Orleans music and culture with live performances from local bands.

Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival

3-8:30 p.m. — The George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant sounds and culture of southwest Louisiana with local Zydeco and Cajun musicians.

Scatterjazz Trios Featuring Aurora Nealand, Mahmoud Chouki, and Thomas Helton

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Broadside — Cost Info TBD — Experience unique sound-sculpture trios with an exciting lineup of talented musicians.

The Cat Empire: Bird in Paradise Album Tour

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Tipitina's — Ticket info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Cat Empire with Toyesauce in a legendary New Orleans venue.

B. Dylan Hollis Cookbook Signing

6-8 p.m. — Nims Fine Arts Center — Ticket includes signed copy — Celebrate the release of Baking Across America with author B. Dylan Hollis and enjoy a humorous journey through nostalgic recipes.

Nola Soul Flower Music Fest

1-8 p.m. — Louis Armstrong Park — Ticket purchase required — Experience the world's first Hip Hop Food Festival with delicious food and live music from top DJs and bands.