Good morning, New Orleans.

Uber is now offering rides with female drivers for women in New Orleans.

The pilot service aims to boost safety and comfort, especially for late-night rides.

A local group in Union plans to repair 150-year-old St. Mary’s Chapel next year (over $160K has been raised) to fix the roof, replace the doors, and preserve the historic site for weddings, funerals, and occasional Mass in St. James Parish.

Gas prices in December remain at a five-year low with rates near $2.85 nationally and under $2.50 locally, which benefits holiday shoppers and drivers covering long distances.

AAA fuel analyst Don Redman said the lower prices help save money for families.

Louisiana education standards largely omit Native history, prompting Native groups to push for change.

In Terrebonne Parish, the Pointe-au-Chien Tribe reopened a charter school to teach Standard and Louisiana French (which honors Native culture) and offer community-driven learning.

New Orleans launches its 2025-2026 Christmas Tree Recycling Program to collect discarded holiday trees from Dec.

26 through Jan. 9; eligible trees will be repurposed for coastal wetland restoration in a partnership led by the Office of Resilience & Sustainability.

At Louis Armstrong International, officials say Sunday was the busiest travel day while TSA expects record traffic from now until New Year.

Travelers must arrive two hours early, use gift bags instead of wrapped items, and check West Coast flight statuses due to weather delays + reserve parking online.

Allegiance Health System (AHS) and Ochsner Health have signed a letter of intent to affiliate without merging, which will let Ochsner provide advanced telemedicine and technology to improve healthcare in rural communities.

The collaboration aims to boost quality, innovation, and access to specialty care across the region.

The New Orleans Pelicans won 119-113 against the Dallas Mavericks Monday night, extending their five-game winning streak as Zion Williamson scored 24 points off the bench and Saddiq Bey and Derik Queen added 19 each; they will face the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight.

City leaders are boosting security for the New Orleans Bowl as Western Kentucky Hilltoppers meet Southern Miss Golden Eagles at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Caesars Superdome, and barricades and light towers are being deployed downtown amid the busy holiday and Carnival season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

Bangers Album Release Party

8 PM — Maple Leaf Bar — $15 Adv, $20 Day of Show — Enjoy a lively night featuring SLUGGER with local talents.

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.

Fair Grounds Live Racing

12:45-2:15 p.m. — Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the excitement of live horse racing while enjoying clubhouse dining.