Good morning, New Orleans.

Trader Joe’s opens its second New Orleans store today at 9 a.m. at the corner of Napoleon Avenue & Freret Street.

The Uptown location, built on the former Our Lady of Lourdes school site, will feature live music, a bag giveaway and free samples.

Greater New Orleans, Inc. has relaunched WorkNOLA.com with a modern mobile-responsive design and streamlined features that help local workers search jobs and let employers post and track listings.

This free platform continues to boost regional hiring in Greater New Orleans.

The Emeril Lagasse Foundation invested nearly $13 million in local schools and nonprofits over 20 years, benefiting over 25,000 youth in 2025.

The programs focused on education, workforce development, nutrition and mentorship to help local young people access new opportunities.

Myrtle Rosabella Banks was New Orleans' first Black female public school leader and earned a master’s degree in education from Xavier University in 1935.

Her 301-page thesis (detailing early private Black schooling) offers a detailed record of local educational history.

NOAA said that an intensifying El Niño (which might become one of the largest events recorded) could lower hurricane risk in the Atlantic until Nov.

30, easing concerns for Louisiana but urging continued preparedness.

Gov. Landry signed a new law cracking down on seafood co-mingling as businesses mislabel imported seafood as local to support local shrimpers.

The law will take effect Aug. 1 (penalties start at $15K for a first offense and rise with repeat violations).

Mayor Moreno said the French Quarter’s extended Sewerage and Water Board project along Decatur Street has hurt local businesses, prompting the city to plan support measures before construction finishes in September.

Business owners report fewer visitors & revenue losses amid ongoing disruptions.

Gov. Landry signed House Bill 476 last week requiring public schools serving grades 7 through 12 to display Safe Haven information in bathrooms by August (detailing newborn surrender options), a measure inspired by a local case where a teen panicked and abandoned her baby.

Tulane University's new report urges greater local investment in healthcare to boost economic growth — citing high maternal mortality and premature death rates that strain our workforce.

Leaders said at a June 10 webinar that expanding services like postpartum home visits could help secure New Orleans’ future.

The Louisiana Department of Health has expanded the Louisiana Carrot Initiative at all Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Markets, giving SNAP recipients a 30-cent bonus for every dollar spent on fresh produce up to $25 a month with credits added automatically to their EBT cards.

More than 11,500 rental housing professionals are set to gather for Apartmentalize from Jun.

17 to Jun. 19 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Hosted by the National Apartment Association, the event will feature over 100 educational sessions, a two-day trade expo, celebrity keynotes and a Flo Rida concert.

Knicks guard Jose Alvarado, a former Pelicans player, sparked a historic 29-point comeback against the Spurs on Friday, June 11, 2026 (his calm play avoided turnovers) that shifted the series and earned praise from coach Mike Brown.

Head coach Kellen Moore said Wednesday that the team offered a contract to veteran defensive end Cam Jordan, who spent 15 years with the Saints.

Jordan is handling personal matters as further discussions are expected.

Lost Bayou Ramblers Live Performance

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Tipitina's — No cover charge — Experience Grammy-winning Cajun music with a punk rock twist from a Louisiana favorite.

BC Coogan Concert

7-11 p.m. — Saturn Bar — Entry price not stated — Experience the versatile sounds of prominent keyboardist BC Coogan, as he interprets the contemporary New Orleans songbook.

Youth Improv Comedy Class

5:30-7 p.m. — Art Camp 504 — Cost TBA — Unleash your creativity and comedic skills with engaging improv exercises for ages 11-15.

André Bohren Performance

5-9 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Admission varies — Experience the versatility of one of New Orleans' finest musicians in a captivating live performance.

Free Summer Movie Series: Rhinestone

8-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Catch Stallone and Dolly Parton in a classic country comedy showdown.

Candlelight Concert featuring Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

9:00 p.m. — The Sazerac House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of live music in a stunning candlelit setting.

Key-Key Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — Casa Honduras Restaurant #1 — Ticketed event — Experience a lively performance by Key-Key in an inviting restaurant setting.

Father's Fest 2026

2-8 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Celebrate fatherhood with food, entertainment, and activities dedicated to dads making a difference.

Charmaine Neville Band Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of Charmaine Neville, blending R&B, Jazz, and world rhythms in an electrifying performance.

Ilana Glazer Live!

7-10 p.m. — Joy Theater — College discounts available — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Ilana Glazer in the heart of New Orleans.