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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Congregation Coffee Roasters will open its new cafe today at 900 Jefferson Avenue on Magazine Street and Jefferson Avenue. The cafe will serve its traditional coffee menu roasted at its Tchoupitoulas Roastery along with breakfast pastries from Ralph Brennan Bakery during summer hours—Thursday through Monday, 7 a.m.—3 p.m.—and owner Patrick Brennan plans a third location in the French Quarter later this year. Biz New Orleans
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nine men who escaped Orleans Parish jail two months ago appeared via Zoom from Angola in court on Wednesday morning and each pleaded not guilty to charges of simple and aggravated escape — the tenth suspect, Derrick Groves, remains at large. WBOK
- ➤ Former Xavier University athlete Jeremy Lindsey is on trial for a crash—he struck musician Kerry 'Fatman' Hunter when turning onto N. Claiborne during Carnival season last year—that killed the popular performer. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OnPath Foundation announced that it awarded $2,000 scholarships to 20 high school seniors from across Louisiana, totaling $40K to support them as they start college. The winners were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants showing strong grades, leadership, and community work — a step that boosts educational opportunities for these students. Biz New Orleans
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana's legislature passed the Community Air Monitoring Reliability Act last year, stopping community groups from sharing air-quality data from low-cost sensors along North Claiborne Avenue and in Cancer Alley. Environmental advocates—arguing that the law limits free speech and undermines science—have filed a lawsuit against the state's environmental agency. The Lens
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge could end Mayor Latoya Cantrell’s emergency contract with Henry Consulting—stopping its work in the French Quarter—as Attorney General Murrill accused the mayor of overreach in court. WWL-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A West Bank daycare in Algiers opened in 2024 without required lead testing and a June 30 inspection found dangerous lead levels in the building’s paint and floors — a two-year-old was hospitalized for lead poisoning and the school closed — state officials now face scrutiny over their oversight. Fox 8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Twenty years after Katrina, experts say Louisiana homes have been rebuilt to be stronger but they may still fail against major hurricanes — local officials advise caution as storm season continues. Fox 8
SPORTS NEWS
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Paris Avenue with The Quickening
9 PM - 12 AM — Tipitina's — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music at this iconic New Orleans venue.
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Creed Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Smoothie King Center — Last-minute ticket offers available — Experience the musical energy of Creed live in New Orleans.
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MINI KISS Performance
9 PM – 12 AM — No Dice — $32.30 — Experience the electrifying KISS-inspired performance from the World Famous MINIKISS rock band.
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ASHS 2025 Annual Conference
All day — Hyatt Regency New Orleans — In-person attendance only — Explore cutting-edge horticulture innovations and network with industry professionals.
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ISE EXPO
12 PM – 12 PM — New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center — Check website for entry costs — Explore cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions in network infrastructure.
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New Orleans Historic Neighborhoods Tour
Explore vibrant neighborhoods — Time Range — Spanish Plaza — Cost Info — Discover hidden gems and local culture on a private driving tour.
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SABAI Live in Concert
9:00 – 11:30 PM — Republic NOLA — Ticket prices vary — Experience the breakthrough electronic sound of SABAI blending Future Bass, House, R&B, and Pop.
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Andrew Duhon Concert
8-11 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets starting at $26.96 — Experience the evocative storytelling and musical journey of Andrew Duhon in the heart of New Orleans.
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WYES Travel Presentation: Canadian Rockies
5:30-6:15 p.m. — WYES-TV — Free entry — Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park with WYES.
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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra featuring John Gray
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Cost info not provided — Experience an evening of smooth jazz sounds with the Uptown Jazz Orchestra.
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