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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hilton Riverside at 2 Poydras St. is undergoing a major interior renovation that updates guestrooms, bathrooms, corridors, and ADA-compliant areas on floors 4-13 and the 29th floor. Hitt Contracting is leading the project as part of continued investment in downtown hospitality. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ Leaders at the Morial Convention Center said they will upgrade the facility by building a 1,000-room hotel at Sugar Mill (opening in 2029), finishing renovations by 2030, and launching the River District neighborhood near Mardi Gras World with the first apartment deal expected this summer. Fox 8
- ➤ WOW Turkey, a new restaurant at 401 Andrew Higgins Blvd., now offers oversized smoked turkey legs stuffed with New Orleans-inspired flavors. The menu includes turkey-based dishes & specialty cocktails and features a 10-hour smoking process for each dish. WWL-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans kicks off Sail 250 maritime celebration today along the Mississippi River (free ship tours available) with public events through June 1. The event features U.S. Navy and Coast Guard vessels with international tall ships, a Parade of Sail, fireworks, and a seafood cook-off. New Orleans City Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Education’s annual Teacher Leader Summit, running May 26-28, is underway at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center as nearly 7,500 educators gather to improve classroom instruction and leadership, and it opened with a keynote by LSU Women’s Basketball head coach Kim Mulkey. Biz New Orleans
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new analysis in Nature Sustainability warns that rising seas and shrinking wetlands put New Orleans at high flood risk, so experts urge city leaders to begin planning for relocation soon. The report notes that without action, flood impacts may worsen across the bayou neighborhoods. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans leaders urged residents to prepare for hurricane season as forecasts predict fewer storms yet warn one storm can cause major problems; the mayor advised vulnerable residents to enroll in Smart911 while transit and utility services adjust evacuation schedules if necessary. WWL-TV
- ➤ Gov. Landry proposes shifting $150 million from non-instructional school funds to preserve a $2,000 teacher stipend (this move awaits legislative approval after June 1). New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The New York Knicks advanced to the NBA Finals Monday night with local ties from former Pelicans Josh Hart and Jose Alvarado and Chalmette native Mitchell Robinson. The Finals tip off will occur Wednesday, June 3, with the team set to face either the Spurs or Oklahoma City Thunder. WWL-TV
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Anareta's Send-Off Party
9:00 p.m. — Siberia — $12.47 — Enjoy a double set by Anareta and a special opening by The Bomb Pulse for Sarah's send-off party.
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ARANKAI Concert featuring buffalo_farm
2 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying trap metal concert with buffalo_farm at this iconic venue.
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Carnival City - A New Orleans Vaudeville Variety Show
8-10 p.m. — The Howlin' Wolf — Tickets from $24.94 — Experience mind-boggling comedy mentalism with The Joker in a night of laughter and amazement.
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The Dø Concert at Tipitina's
5:15-8:15 p.m. — Tipitina's — Ticket required — Experience an evening of folk music with The Dø in vibrant New Orleans.
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Yung Bleu Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of melodic hip-hop with rising star Yung Bleu.
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Daisy Grenade & Vienna Vienna Concert
2 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Check site for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting concert with Daisy Grenade and Vienna Vienna at a lively venue.
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Blue Monday: 80s New Wave Live
8:00 – 11:30 PM — Southport Hall — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of 80s New Wave at Blue Monday.
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IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference 2026
— June 7-12 — Hyatt Regency New Orleans — Registration required — Attend a world-class conference featuring breakthroughs in PV science, engineering, and networking opportunities.
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