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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic on I-10 eastbound at Mile Marker 217 on the Bonnet Carre Spillway was delayed after a semi truck caught fire overnight + a four-vehicle crash blocked the right lane + drivers were advised to use Airline Hwy as an alternate route. WWL-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tulane University has opened registration for its second annual Future of Energy Forum, scheduled for Sept. 10-12 at its uptown campus. The free event will feature keynote sessions, panel talks and networking and focuses on shaping the energy future — bringing together leaders from business, government and academia. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Get Online NOLA, a New Orleans-based web design and digital marketing agency, was honored with a Web Excellence Award for redesigning the HR NOLA website and earned a Gold Award from the Hermes Creative Awards — also receiving an Honorable Mention for its work with Gro Enterprises. Founded in 2013, the agency hosted a workshop on June 18 with SMPS SELA — helping local businesses boost website traffic. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ JP Morgan Chase delivered a $1 million grant to the Financial Wellness Collaborative—featuring Propeller, Thrive New Orleans and Fund 17—to support local small businesses. WWL-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was found shot to death in the Seabrook neighborhood this weekend — police identified him as a Jefferson Parish Corrections Officer. WWL-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mayer Building Company and Studio West Architects rebuilt the historic Karnofsky Building at 427 S Rampart in New Orleans by reusing original bricks to restore three of four facades after Hurricane Ida caused its collapse. The project—completed in May—honors the building’s link to jazz legend Louis Armstrong and preserves a key part of the city’s cultural legacy. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ A captain dispute over control of Krewe of Oshun will be heard in Orleans Civil Court today—this hearing will decide which leader takes charge of the historic Carnival krewe. The court's decision marks a key moment for the traditionally Black group during ongoing leadership challenges. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tulane University added Thomas E. Jorden, a top energy boss, to its board this spring and will add Erica Washington, a public health leader, as a Tulane Alumni Association board member on July 1—helping the school boost its work in health and energy studies. Biz New Orleans
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Troop NOLA marked its first year in New Orleans by making nearly 500 arrests, recovering over 50 stolen vehicles, seizing about 200 firearms, and confiscating drugs to help lower violent crime—officials say the unit is part of Gov. Jeff Landry’s crime-reduction strategy. The unit will expand when a new class of cadets graduates in December to further boost law enforcement efforts in the city. Fox 8
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Churchill Downs reached a last-minute deal with regulators to run races at the Fair Grounds from Nov. 20 through Mar. 22—CDI is moving forward on paddock upgrades and may be fined if improvements are not finished—while details beyond this season remain pending. New Orleans City Business
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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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Essence Festival - Sunday
6-10 p.m. — Caesars Superdome — Check event page for pricing — Experience a star-studded lineup featuring Boyz II Men, Nas, and a tribute to Quincy Jones.
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Abe Partridge and Jack Barksdale Live
9 PM - 12 AM — No Dice — $10 — Experience the soulful tunes of rising stars Abe Partridge and Jack Barksdale in an intimate setting.
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An Evening With Mountain Grass Unit
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Tipitina's — Check website for price — Experience an exciting night of country and bluegrass music.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen
5-6 p.m. — The Sazerac House — Tickets available — Experience the magic of a live, multi-sensory tribute to the music of Queen in an awe-inspiring setting.
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