Good morning, New Orleans.

Rev. Solomon T. Clanton, who served as a preacher, educator and political leader in New Orleans and Monroe, was the first Black graduate of the Baptist Union Theological Seminary (from Chicago) and spent his life uplifting his community; his legacy endures in local history.

New Orleans chef Frank Brigtsen launched his cookbook Color of Flavor on Saturday at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA).

He shared recipes and stories from five decades in the kitchen and signed copies for fans.

A group of New Orleans teenagers produced a music video titled 'Calling on the Lord' to promote creativity, healing and advocacy among local youth, and it premieres today at 11 a.m. at VOTE New Orleans — 4930 Washington Avenue.

Entergy New Orleans and Entergy Louisiana have spent over $900M hardening their grid since Ida by upgrading poles and power lines to withstand storms.

Customers pay a surcharge that will rise in coming years — officials say the upgrades have shortened outage times.

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans explained that limited data prevented it from confirming a cause when water pressure dropped on July 25 in Algiers, which led to a boil water advisory, and a separate water main break on Aug.

8 has sparked emergency repairs for affected customers.

A new proposal may grant older homeowners a tax break of up to $10,000, explained by tax expert Kemberley Washington (a former IRS agent) on Aug.

9. The measure would benefit eligible New Orleans residents if approved.

New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno announced that the Lindy Boggs Medical Center will be demolished on Tuesday as part of a plan to convert the site into a stormwater retention facility near Bienville & Conti with future plans for housing and retail.

Louisiana health officials urge beachgoers to protect any cuts and seek immediate care if wounds become red, swollen or painful while enjoying Gulf Coast waters amid this summer surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections.

The West Bank remains under a boil water advisory after a contractor damaged a water main near General DeGaulle Avenue; the Sewerage and Water Board began a 24-hour water test at 9:45 a.m. Officials will lift the advisory when tests clear, so residents should boil water + follow guidelines.

Saints offensive lineman Dillon Radunz tore his ACL during Saturday's practice and will need knee surgery that ends his season, as coach Kellen Moore confirmed on Sunday.

New Orleans superfan Whistle Monsta traveled to Ohio to celebrate Drew Brees’ induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame; WDSU anchor Aubry Killion interviewed him in Canton (highlighting his iconic role among Saints fans).

Billy Iuso Concert

8 p.m. — Tipitina's — Free entry — Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Free Fridays Concert Series with live music.