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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 16 celebrity + restaurant teams will gather on Nov. 2 at the St. Tammany Justice Center rooftop to raise funds for Hope House to support local child abuse victims. WWL-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tulane’s National Biomedical Research Center said a truck carrying 21 lab monkeys crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi on Tuesday, causing five deaths and leaving three monkeys loose—adding to a history of controversy over its animal testing methods and its role in key HIV/AIDS and Lyme disease research. NOLA.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frontier Airlines will add 12 new flight routes to MSY for Mardi Gras 2026 — daily flights will run from Atlanta, Denver, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Orlando, and Philadelphia — and they will also boost flights from other cities to give travelers more choices for reaching the Big Easy. New Orleans City Business
- ➤ LongueVue Capital — a New Orleans private equity firm — was named to Inc. magazine’s 2025 Founder-Friendly Investors list for the fifth consecutive year. The firm manages more than $700 million in capital and supports local companies to grow. Biz New Orleans
- ➤ Meta Platforms reorganized its AI division by shifting about 600 roles to improve efficiency and speed product development, and on Oct. 21 it finalized a $27B joint-financing deal with Blue Owl Capital to build a 4-million-square-foot data center campus in Richland Parish—an effort expected to generate thousands of jobs. The deal marks one of Louisiana’s largest private infrastructure financings and reflects the company’s long-term commitment to expanding its AI capabilities. Biz New Orleans
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Audubon Zoo is hosting its first Beloved Animal Ofrenda — a special display that honors passed pets and Audubon animals — and will accept photos until Nov 2. The display offers visitors a reflective space to celebrate the bond with their lost companions. WWL-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine has named new associate deans and advanced to candidate status with the LCME—marking a key step toward opening the only HBCU medical college in the Gulf South. As part of its Centennial Homecoming events, the college will soon host the inaugural Dr. J.W. Carmichael Symposium and schedule a survey visit at its Benson Tower location. New Orleans City Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A dangerous, cloudy plume with very high pH spilled from Atalco’s alumina refinery into the Mississippi River last week—exceeding federal limits and reviving concerns over repeated pollution violations. The plant broke discharge permits in 25 of the last 27 months and may face tougher fines as local groups demand stronger enforcement. New Orleans City Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clergy abuse survivors in New Orleans approved a $230 million bankruptcy settlement with the Archdiocese after almost all creditors voted in favor during a six-week ballot that ended Wednesday + bondholders voted against the plan and face a confirmation hearing in late November that may clear the long-running case by year’s end. NOLA.com
- ➤ New Orleans’ River District project is in turmoil after Louis Lauricella’s consortium pulled out of a deal with the Convention Center on Thursday, leaving plans for residences, hotels and shops on 47 acres in doubt. City leaders must now find new partners to move the project forward—an effort seen as key to boosting local tourism and business. NOLA.com
- ➤ A viral video captured by Jasmine Saul shows cars hitting deep potholes on Acacia Street that shake houses and damage vehicles—city officials patched the street days after her first report, but residents say the fix did not hold. WDSU
- ➤ State fire officials warn residents as a strong cold front hits southeast Louisiana, following a rise in home fire deaths that claimed 69 lives in 51 incidents — 15 more than last year. They stress the need to check smoke alarms and use heaters safely, and they offer help through Operation Save-A-Life. WWL-TV
- ➤ City officials say bond propositions on the November 15 ballot will unlock nearly $1 billion in investment for projects at Charity Hospital, Lindy Boggs Medical Center, a former naval site and New Orleans East—plans that will fund key infrastructure and affordable housing to boost redevelopment starting as early as 2026. NOLA.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ National junior tennis will return to New Orleans City Park from Nov. 8—10 as the Allstate Sugar Bowl Tennis Classic will draw youth players from the U.S. and Puerto Rico to five venues with finals at City Park Tennis Center. Admission is free and matches start at 8 a.m. on Nov. 8. New Orleans City Business
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Anne Rice Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience high-energy performances and crowd interaction at an unforgettable concert.
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Sue Foley Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Check venue for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of an acclaimed blues musician transforming your night into a classic Texas roadhouse vibe.
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z-PAX Connect at the LNHA Convention & Trade Show
November 3-5 — Hyatt Regency New Orleans — Registration required — Experience a lineup of educational sessions focused on improving quality care in nursing homes with an '80s theme.
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Jason Marsalis Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved Seating — Experience the dynamic rhythms of Jason Marsalis in an evening of jazz fusion.
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The Soul Rebels
11 PM – 2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roulé — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Soul Rebels in an iconic New Orleans music venue.
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The Soul Rebels Concert
10 PM – 1 AM — DBA — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant night of music with The Soul Rebels, known for their dynamic performances following collaborations with major artists.
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Resuscitation Science Symposium 2025
November 8-9 — New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center — Registration required — Explore cutting-edge research and practices in critical care and emergency cardiovascular care.
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Kimya Dawson and Friends Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Broadside — $20 at the door — Experience a night of soulful music from acclaimed artists blending folk, pop, and personal narratives.
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Stanton Moore Trio Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed event — Experience the infectious drumming style of Stanton Moore, a New Orleans native and renowned performer.
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Craft Comedy Night at Nola Brewery
7-9 p.m. — NOLA Brewing & Pizza Co. — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with top local and visiting comedians hosted by Jorge Velazquez.
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