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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An accident on I-10 westbound near Orleans Ave/Vieux Carre/Exit 235A blocked the left lanes and led to major backups—emergency crews responded and advised drivers to exit at Orleans Avenue while it remains unclear if anyone was injured. WWL-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A New Orleans man was arrested after a shooting outside a business on U. S. 90 near Jamie Boulevard in Avondale occurred just before 1 a.m.—Semaj Brown allegedly shot the victim several times and the victim died at the scene as law enforcement continues to investigate. WWL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Liz Hefler, Hancock Whitney bank's Greater New Orleans regional president, said today that while commercial lending activity in sectors like maritime and hospitality is picking up, New Orleans must attract new businesses to grow its economy—she warned that concentrated local assets may hinder future growth. WBOK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Benjamin Franklin High School is facing severe overcrowding with students eating in hallways and teachers moving between temporary classrooms, and the school may cap enrollment if it cannot secure more space. Administrators are considering options such as building an extension, working with NOLA Public Schools, or leasing extra space from the University of New Orleans — a result of a 20% increase in enrollment over the past decade. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longtime Orleans Parish Assessor Errol Williams, 76, faces off against three challengers—Tulane professor Casius Pealer III, former football player Coreygerard Dowden and estate lawyer Earl 'Jay' Schmitt Jr. The election is set for Oct. 11 and will lead to a runoff on Nov. 15 if no candidate wins more than half the vote. NOLA.com
- ➤ Political analyst Clancy DuBos said that memories of Hurricane Katrina may affect voters in upcoming city elections as early voting begins soon. He added that many voters are frustrated with a city government that still feels dysfunctional—hoping to elect a mayor who will fix the problems. WWL-TV
- ➤ Jefferson Parish will begin work in November on an 18-month project to widen North Causeway Boulevard from four lanes to six lanes between West Napoleon Avenue and Airline Drive—at a cost of $15—25 million with added drainage, concrete curbs, decorative lighting, and new traffic signals. Officials said they will limit traffic impacts with intermittent closures while keeping two lanes open in each direction during key hours. NOLA.com
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mr. Sipp Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets required — Experience Mr. Sipp's electrifying guitar performances filled with high energy and soulful tones.
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The Bends Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticketed entry — Experience the energetic sounds of The Bends as they revive early 2000s garage rock.
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Bemo Rouge
10:00 – 11:30 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively night of music in the heart of New Orleans.
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