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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Second Harvest Food Bank launches its first Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market in the Lower Ninth Ward at the Sanchez Multi-Service Center at 1616 Fats Domino Avenue from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The market—funded by the NFL Foundation through the NFL’s Inspire Change initiative—will offer affordable fresh produce, proteins, dairy and pantry staples to local residents. WDSU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans BioInnovation Center is accepting applications for the 2025 BioChallenge, a global contest for early-stage startups working on brain health and neuroscience. The event will be held on Oct. 30 at the downtown facility and will offer $100k+ in non-dilutive awards to support new innovations. Biz New Orleans
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police responded right before 7 a.m. on Tuesday to the 4000 block of North Miro Street, where one man was stabbed and another was shot near (the Musician's Village) and both were taken to a hospital by New Orleans EMS. NOLA.com
- ➤ New Orleans police investigated a stabbing and shooting in the Florida area on Tuesday morning—officers found one man stabbed and another shot on the 4000 block of North Miro Street before both were taken to a nearby hospital. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Supreme Court will hear Chevron’s appeal in coastal damage lawsuits that claim the company and other oil and gas firms harmed our coast—cases kept in state court after a jury ordered Chevron to pay over $740M. Plaquemines and Jefferson Parish governments say the appeal is a delay tactic and that its outcome could affect dozens of similar lawsuits across Louisiana—lawyers plan to continue their fight for accountability. New Orleans City Business
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On June 16, unionized nurses gathered at University Medical Center to protest outside LCMC Health’s downtown offices over an alleged move to terminate nurse and union organizer Mike Robertshaw—who has been a leading voice in talks for better working conditions. The protest raised fears that similar actions may prompt further strikes and a crackdown on union leadership. Verite News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Home Buyer Louisiana cleared legal hurdles to restore over 200 vacant properties in New Orleans and bring families back to blighted neighborhoods—efforts that boost market stability and create work for local real estate professionals. The company works with title firms and housing agencies to resolve succession disputes and open these homes to investment. New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pelicans will have two first-round picks in next week’s NBA Draft after completing a trade with the Pacers— the deal sent the No. 23 pick and the rights to Mojave King in exchange for a 2026 pick. Fox 8
- ➤ LSU Tigers beat UCLA Bruins 9-5 on Tuesday after the game resumed from a weather delay and moved into the bracket final of the College World Series. They will face the winner of the UCLA-Arkansas game today at 6 p.m. and need one win to reach the CWS Championship Series. WDSU
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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.
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Ala Jaza Live Performance
10 PM — Empire — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying live show by Ala Jaza in the heart of New Orleans.
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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.
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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.
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The Dancing Pixel Party
7-9 p.m. — Cafe Istanbul — $10 admission — Celebrate animated GIFs, collage, and dancing in a vibrant community gathering.
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Dinosaurs on the Moon: Stories from the World of Collage
7-9 p.m. — Cafe Istanbul — $10 — Experience an evening of storytelling, poetry, and collage with laughter and creativity.
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Honey Revenge Concert
6:00 – 10:30 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of vibrant pop-rock from Los Angeles' rising stars, Honey Revenge.
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Essence Music Festival - 4 Day Pass
July 3-6 — Caesars Superdome — Day passes and 3-day weekend packages available — Celebrate Black excellence with a star-studded lineup and vibrant marketplace at ESSENCE Fest.
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New Orleans 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
9 p.m. — Riverwalk Outlets — Free entry — Experience a dazzling fireworks display over the Mississippi River with patriotic tunes during this vibrant celebration.
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Essence Festival - Saturday
7-10 p.m. — Caesars Superdome — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy performances from iconic artists including Boyz II Men and a special tribute to Quincy Jones.
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