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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Verite News compiles a top-10 list of the year's local stories (from Katrina's anniversary to key elections) that shaped New Orleans. The recap shows how these events influenced the community. Verite News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bob Carr, a local broadcasting icon, died Friday at Christwood Retirement Community in Covington at 98. He spent over 65 years hosting local TV and radio programs with his wife Jan, earning recognition as New Orleans’ first family of television (marking a lasting impact on local media). NOLA.com
- ➤ French Quarter caroling drew large crowds last weekend before Christmas — uniting neighbors in a festive celebration that showcased cherished local traditions in the historic district. Fox 8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly a year after Louisiana's law letting insurers drop homeowners' policies took effect, only Foremost Insurance (an affiliate of Farmers Insurance) canceled less than 5% of its policies, and rate hikes still affect many customers in the state. NOLA.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU's E. J. Ourso College of Business has a new dean, T. Russell Crook, who took office in July and is meeting with his 150-member team to build a strategic plan that updates courses and supports experiential learning for 6,000 students as business teaching changes with technology & industry needs. NOLA.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Residents near the DeGaulle Manor in Algiers remain frustrated after years of stalled demolition efforts as funding issues halted the latest plan to tear down the apartment complex. WWL-TV
- ➤ The entire top-floor penthouse at the Four Seasons is on the market for $23 million. The unfinished shell (nearly 18,000 sqft) at the foot of Canal Street offers a luxury chance for buyers to customize the space, with the seller offering creative financing options. NOLA.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Sunday's game, Saints tight end Taysom Hill reached a historic milestone by recording 1,002 receiving yards with 2,388 passing yards + 2,545 rushing yards, making him the only NFL player in the Super Bowl era to amass 1,000 yards in all three categories. WWL-TV
- ➤ Four Covington High seniors led the North to a 28-20 win in the LFCA Northshore All-Star game on Dec. 20 at SLU's Strawberry Stadium, making key plays with a long touchdown catch and critical sacks to cap the season. NOLA.com
- ➤ The Saints defense led the team to a 29-6 win against the Jets + Cam Jordan broke the sack record with two sacks and a late Taysom Hill touchdown sealed the score. The team will face the Titans in Nashville next Sunday at noon. WWL-TV
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Kermit Ruffins Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Kermit Ruffins, a tribute to New Orleans' jazz heritage.
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The Soul Rebels Brass Band
11 PM - 2 AM — Le Bon Temps Roule — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the vibrant sound of one of New Orleans' most contemporary brass bands blending various musical genres.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns
7-8:30 p.m. — Smoothie King Center — Check for ticket prices — Catch the Pelicans take on the Suns in an exciting NBA matchup.
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Tuba Skinny Concert
6-9 p.m. — DBA — Admission varies — Experience lively performances of early jazz, ragtime, and blues from a renowned New Orleans street band.
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Hot 8 Brass Band Performance
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM — The Howlin' Wolf — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively mix of funk and brass with the Grammy-winning Hot 8 Brass Band.
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Charmaine Neville Band Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Charmaine Neville, a beloved figure in the New Orleans music scene.
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The Revivalists: New Year’s Eve Ball
7-11 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intimate RevHeads Ball and celebrate the New Year with live music from The Revivalists.
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Galactic Concert Featuring Anjelika Joseph
9:00-10:30 p.m. — Tipitina's — Tickets available — Experience a powerful performance by Anjelika 'Jelly' Joseph following her hit 'Fya'.
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Bangers Album Release Party
8 PM — Maple Leaf Bar — $15 Adv, $20 Day of Show — Enjoy a lively night featuring SLUGGER with local talents.
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Fair Grounds Live Racing
12:45-2:15 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Reservation required — Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of live horse racing and clubhouse dining.
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