Good morning, New Orleans.

New Orleans police say an argument on St. Claude Avenue near Elysian Fields turned violent just before midnight Saturday when a man used a hammer to break a food truck window, prompting a gunman to fire twice at the victim who drove himself to the hospital and is now stable while the suspect remains at large.

The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting on St. Claude Avenue in the Marigny neighborhood after a man with a gunshot wound was taken to a nearby hospital—police are still looking into the incident.

22-year-old Joshua Stevens was arrested after a 12:19 a.m. crash on the 7900 block of Almonaster Ave—he was charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and two counts of vehicular negligent injury—and his bond was set at $150,000 as his car hit a stationary motorcycle, killing a man and a woman and injuring two others.

Bishop Harold Perry, born in Lake Charles, made history as New Orleans’ first Black bishop when Pope Paul VI named him auxiliary bishop in 1965+He later became a respected church leader in Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi, and a middle school on Dauphine Street was named in his honor in 1994.

Louisiana educators in Jefferson Parish have struggled with rising living costs and extra jobs, and a recent $1,200 pay raise for full-time teachers has many saying it will not ease the financial strain—special education teacher Melanie Cade is among those facing daily challenges.

Lawmakers continue to debate a more sustainable solution to prevent a worsening teacher shortage.

New Orleans native Robert Pack is launching the free three-hour Hood to Harvard Accelerated Enrichment Workshop to help students and parents navigate higher education.

The event—part of the dual-generation From Da Hood 2 Harvard program—will take place on June 14 at 8:30 a.m. at Southern University New Orleans’ Millie Charles School of Social Work.

Seniors from InspireNOLA Charter Schools achieved a 100% graduation rate, earning $95 million in scholarships and more than 1,300 college credits.

The valedictorians told fellow students to work hard and be true to themselves—words meant to guide them toward future success.

City officials say they reached an agreement with the public school system to split revenue from school zone speed cameras but NOLA Public Schools says no final contract has been signed yet — raising questions about compliance with state law.

State Sen. Stewart Cathey said money should be returned to drivers and introduced a bill to allow charges if officials do not follow the law.

More than 5,000 residents from Harahan, River Ridge, South Kenner, Metairie, Waggaman, Avondale & Bridge City will receive payouts ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars by the end of the summer as part of a $4.5M settlement after officials admitted that the Waggaman landfill emitted noxious odors causing health issues. A new lawsuit against former landfill contractors has been filed and each resident will need to prove their case in court.

Andrea Bocelli Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Smoothie King Center — Ticketed event — Experience a night of classical music with the world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli.

Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating jazz with Delfeayo Marsalis and his talented orchestra.

Jacqui Naylor Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of jazz, folk, and pop from acclaimed vocalist Jacqui Naylor.

CPDD 85th Annual Scientific Meeting

10 a.m. — Sheraton New Orleans Hotel — Registration required — Engage with leaders in substance use disorder research and explore innovative therapies.

Father's Fest 2025

2-8 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Celebrate fathers with live music, entertainment, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant community setting.

2025 The Enclave Women's Retreat Weekend

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District — Check website for details — A transformative retreat exploring women's empowerment and personal growth.

Ala Jaza Live Performance

10 PM — Empire — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying live show by Ala Jaza in the heart of New Orleans.

Musical Encounters

6:00 – 6:30 PM — New Orleans Museum of Art — Free for Louisiana residents — Experience intimate performances and conversations with musicians about their creative processes.

The Soul Rebels Live Performance

11 PM – 2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roule — Check website for ticket info — Experience the vibrant sound of The Soul Rebels at this iconic New Orleans venue.

The Dancing Pixel Party

7-9 p.m. — Cafe Istanbul — $10 admission — Celebrate animated GIFs, collage, and dancing in a vibrant community gathering.