Good morning, New Orleans.

Rebuilding Together New Orleans is partnering with Entergy to lead a week of service events next week that will repair and weatherize homes to mark the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina—organizers say volunteers will work in every council district to support low-income residents, older adults, and veterans whose homes still show storm damage.

A vehicle crash on the Crescent City Connection Bridge occurred yesterday at about 6:00 a.m. causing heavy delays for Westbank commuters, and officials urge drivers to exit at St. Charles Avenue+ take the Huey P Long Bridge as an alternate route.

On Day 9 of the search for missing 12-year-old Bryan Vasquez from his New Orleans East home, officials continue looking for him and Crimestoppers is offering a $1250 reward (call 504 822 1111) for any useful information.

Mayor LaToya Cantrell was indicted last Friday on 11 counts including wire fraud, obstruction of justice, and lying to a grand jury—allegedly misusing city funds to travel with former police officer Jeffrey Vappie—and is set for an initial arraignment on Sept.

10 which could force her removal from office if she is convicted of a felony.

More than 1,500 housing and community leaders will gather in New Orleans from August 25 to 29 for the NeighborWorks Training Institute, which will inject an estimated $4.2M into the local economy and offer workshops on building generational wealth and fixing tangled property titles—key steps for affordable housing support.

Ben Franklin High School in New Orleans was ranked the best in Louisiana and placed among the top 100 nationwide, scoring 99.45 on a 100-point scale according to U.S. News and World Report—making it the only Louisiana school on the list.

The selective school, which requires an entrance exam and a minimum GPA, saw 91% of its students take AP tests, showing strong academic performance.

An agreement signed Friday by state and federal officials sets up a plan to restore 57 miles of wetlands along the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet—often called a hurricane highway—across Orleans and St. Bernard parishes ahead of Hurricane Katrina’s 20th anniversary.

Congress must still approve funds before work can begin to protect these vulnerable shorelines.

Tulane engineers are testing a portable device that uses acoustic tweezing— a method that levitates a drop of blood— to detect dangerous clotting in trauma patients in under 20 minutes.

The device received a $4.3 million grant from the Department of Defense and will be studied in field hospitals and emergency rooms.

Uptown Jazz Orchestra Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Uptown Jazz Orchestra led by Grammy award-winning trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis.

Louisiana District PCC Day Carnival Celebration

11 AM – 2 PM — Holiday Inn New Orleans-Downtown Superdome by IHG — Free entry — Celebrate Louisiana District PCC Day with games, food, and lively entertainment at the carnival.

Irma Thomas Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful sounds of the 'Soul Queen of New Orleans' in a captivating live performance.

The Fixx Concert

8-10 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sound of one of the most influential bands from the MTV era.

Duo Dynamics Improv Comedy Workshop

3-5 p.m. — Big Couch New Orleans — Workshop fee applies — Explore the power dynamics and stakes in improv to enhance authenticity and create hilarious scenes.

Figgy Baby Concert

9 PM – 1 AM — No Dice — Ticket required — Experience the unique blend of traditional rap and modern sounds with Figgy Baby and friends.

Ellen Smith Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $3 for Seniors/SNAP — Experience the captivating voice of New Orleans native Ellen Smith live on stage.

Bonsai Workshop at Skeeta Hawk Brewing

6-8 p.m. — Skeeta Hawk Brewing — Check venue for cost — Create your own bonsai tree while enjoying craft brews with friends.

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Tipitina's — Tickets starting at $34.41 — Experience a blend of desert blues and psychedelic rhythms that ignites the stage.

HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day

1:30-6:30 p.m. — 210 State St, New Orleans, LA — Free entry — Dive into expert discussions on pediatric endocrine disorders with top specialists and catered meals.