Good morning, New Orleans.

Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company selected 28 interns from more than 680 applicants for its 2026 Summer Internship Program—the interns from 12 colleges will gain hands-on experience in banking and build professional skills throughout the summer.

A Biz New Orleans 500 survey shows that many local companies now use AI regularly & some fully integrate the technology into their operations, while smaller businesses and nonprofits also rely on it to boost efficiency.

WYES-TV debuts the new series Dook Chase: A Chef’s Journey, where Chef Edgar 'Dook' Chase IV (the grandson of Leah Chase) explores New Orleans food traditions.

The 26-part series premieres July 18 at 10:00 a.m. with a tasting party on July 11 at WYES Studios.

Downtown Development District, Arts New Orleans and Audubon Aquarium have unveiled ChamäleTuna by artist Ilya Sobol at the Aquarium entrance on Canal Street.

The interactive light art installation uses technology + detects visitors' colors to change its display in real time and is on view from sunset to 10 p.m.

Businesses on Decatur Street in the French Quarter brace for heavy rain from Invest 90L amid flood control construction — officials from the Sewerage and Water Board and pump crews in Orleans and Jefferson Parish work to clear drains while Mayor Helena Moreno urges residents to stay home during severe weather.

PTC One advisories have been issued by the National Hurricane Center as the system drifts from southern Texas into the western Gulf and is forecast to strengthen to a tropical storm with 40 mph winds, while a Flood Watch covers parts of southeast Louisiana amid heavy rain.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Keep Louisiana Beautiful launched the Love Our Waterways initiative to clean up litter from Louisiana’s waterways and shorelines throughout September, with 60 events registered and locals encouraged to join efforts (cleanups can range from bayou sweeps to neighborhood drains).

The National Hurricane Center has issued advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclone One, which could strengthen into Tropical Storm Arthur today.

A tropical storm watch covers areas from Sargent, Texas to Morgan City, Louisiana as heavy rains continue through Friday, raising flooding concerns.

LCMC Health celebrated the groundbreaking on June 16 for a major behavioral health expansion at New Orleans East Hospital, adding the first inpatient unit since 2014 to boost local mental care for residents in East, Gentilly, and the Lower 9th Ward *a step toward addressing long-standing gaps in care*. Construction is expected to begin soon.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services reminds residents to watch for signs of elder abuse during Elder Abuse Awareness Month in June — the office investigates over 5,000 cases a year and urges anyone concerned to call 833-577-6532.

Cameron Jordan is set to return for his 16th season with the Saints after meeting with the front office today.

The veteran edge rusher will join a competitive unit (including returning starters Chase Young and Carl Granderson) in New Orleans.

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.

Dead Letter Office Concert

9-10:30 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets starting at $32.61 — Experience the energetic tribute to R.E.M. with hits and deep cuts alike.

Stooges Brass Band Concert

8 p.m. — Tipitina's — Free entry — Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Free Fridays Concert Series with an energetic performance from the Stooges Brass Band.

Kieko Komaki Duo Performance

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check website for entry details — Experience the fusion of classical training and New Orleans jazz from Keiko Komaki.

Lawrence Sieberth & Christian Winther Concert

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Check the venue for ticket info — Enjoy a captivating evening of jazz with a versatile pianist and his talented collaborator.