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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Katrina Commemoration Foundation will host its first-ever formal Katrina Fundraising Gala tonight at 8 p.m. at Empire Orleans — 2222 Poydras Ave — where Wild Wayne and Margaret Orr will welcome guests in strictly enforced formal attire to support recovery and resilience efforts. WDSU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Local group Bike Easy placed a ghost bike — in memory of 36-year-old Michael Milam who died two weeks ago in a hit-and-run — at the corner of St. Claude Avenue and Alvar Street and gathered with residents to demand safer roads along this busy corridor. WWL-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Terrbonne Parish deputies arrested 49-year-old Brian Joseph Guillotte of Houma on felony charges for allegedly attacking two residents with a hammer at a Schriever home on July 22 at 9 p.m.—neighbors held him at gunpoint until officers arrived, with one victim in serious condition and the other treated and released. WDSU
- ➤ Law enforcement is asking 30-year-old Khalil Bryan—mistakenly released from the Orleans Justice Center more than 24 hours ago due to a mix-up with another inmate—to turn himself in as police continue searching for him amid a recent jail escape of ten inmates. WDSU
- ➤ On May 11, Jefferson Parish police said a man in an Elmwood parking lot was forced to drive his bank after 78-year-old Eugene Freeman from Houston and a second suspect took cash from his wallet; Freeman was arrested in Texas and is now held on aggravated kidnapping charges—he is out on a $500,000 bond. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Prima’s 500 Club at 441 Bourbon St.—opened in September 1946 as a swanky venue—was managed by Leon Prima and hosted New Orleans native Louis Prima along with burlesque acts like Kalantan, Yvette Dare, and Lilly Christine. The club also became known as the place where Louis discovered saxophonist Sam Butera, who later joined his band. WBOK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Step Up for Action hosted a mayoral forum at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church in Broadmoor — ten of the 12 mayoral candidates answered voter questions about education, affordable housing and the local economy. Voters will cast ballots for mayor, Orleans Parish Sheriff and City Council seats on Oct. 11 — officials say the forum helped spark election engagement. WWL-TV
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Billy Iuso Live Concert
9 p.m. — Tipitina's — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance as part of the Free Fridays Concert Series at this iconic music venue.
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Dinner Detective Interactive Show
6-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans Airport — Tickets from $59.99 — Experience a hilarious murder mystery dinner show where you might become a prime suspect.
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Fishbone Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience the legendary fusion of funk and rock with Fishbone.
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