Good morning, New Orleans.

The Lash Lounge expanded its reach in Greater New Orleans with the opening of its second salon in Metairie at 3264 Severn Ave. that opened in September and will hold a grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Oct.

16, now employing 24 women across both locations.

The Historic New Orleans Collection acquired two rare Julien Hudson portraits gifted by the Robert and Martha Bolton Living Trust.

They are on display at the Williams Research Center at 410 Chartres St in the French Quarter from Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Houston-based Solaris Energy Infrastructure acquired Slaughter-based Omega Foundation Services for $101 million in cash, $28 million in assumed debt and stock (boosting its construction for data centers, power plants and other projects) on Oct.

5, with the deal expected to raise full-cycle power solutions, officials said.

Alumni of Walter L. Cohen High School gathered in Audubon Park on Sept.

19 to celebrate the school’s rich legacy amid concerns over low enrollment and closure rumors; Collegiate Academies said it plans to expand and recruit students for next fall.

Mayor Helena Moreno presented New Orleans Saints legend Steve Gleason the key to the city Monday to honor his 15 years of ALS advocacy and his famous blocked punt 20 years ago (a symbol of community rebirth).

William Murrell (born enslaved around 1814) became a Methodist minister and later served in the Louisiana House representing Lafourche Parish after the Civil War; his legacy lives on through his son who also served in the Legislature.

According to the lottery's report, transfers reached $194 million though the state share fell to 30.8 cents per dollar while overall ticket sales grew 8.1%.

Ticket and Powerball sales — which drove the revenue boost — support funding for public schools.

Federal proposals will stop Louisiana from narrowing eligible public school programs as organizations plan to fund tutoring; the rules include a 60-day comment period and a Dec.

15 hearing, with participation set to begin Jan. 1, and donors may receive a tax credit ($1,700).

According to the State of Obesity 2026 report, Louisiana reduced its adult obesity rate from 39.2% to 35.6%, dropping from No. 3 to No. 19 in rank.

Dr. Oren Rom of LSU Health Shreveport said weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro help, but gym workouts are needed to avoid muscle loss.

Fans who attended Monday's Domecoming Saints & Falcons rivalry game found a souvenir Saints towel waiting on their seats in the Superdome as part of the anniversary celebration.

Fazende previews the upcoming Monday Night Football match between the Saints and Falcons, highlighting key player matchups as fans in New Orleans prepare for game day.