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Essence Fest, New Orleans leaders weigh what's next after contract expires

Organizers say they want the annual event to remain in the city.

News

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Essence Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/07/02/essence-fest-contract-negotiations-headliners" data-vars-content-id="65008e07-af3e-452a-831a-9ef5a3fa02b4" data-vars-headline="Essence Fest, New Orleans leaders weigh what&#x27;s next after contract expires" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/07/02/essence-fest-contract-negotiations-headliners" target="_self">Essence Fest</a> organizers and New Orleans leaders are figuring out what comes next in their 30-year relationship.Why it matters: The festival&#x27;s multiyear contract with the city ended Friday, leaving its future in New Orleans up for negotiation.

LSU could get booted from the SEC

It's the latest escalation of a bitter fight with the conference.

Sports

LSU&#x27;s biggest opponent this season? The SEC.Zoom in: The athletic conference will consider booting the school out of its ranks in a meeting Thursday, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ESPN reports" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49869481/sec-files-amendment-authority-expel-lsu-conference" data-vars-content-id="fb061def-50d7-417f-b71b-9161e765e032" data-vars-headline="LSU could get booted from the SEC" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49869481/sec-files-amendment-authority-expel-lsu-conference" target="_blank">ESPN reports</a>.

Legal battle over abortion by mail continues Wednesday

The case has nationwide implications for abortion access.

The fight against <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="mail-order abortions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/10/22/abortions-us-2024-telehealth-report" data-vars-content-id="0d342bd5-1650-4dcf-8a21-1ba969a87cb9" data-vars-headline="Legal battle over abortion by mail continues Wednesday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/10/22/abortions-us-2024-telehealth-report" target="_self">mail-order abortions</a> continues Wednesday as Louisiana state attorneys argue that they undermine the state&#x27;s abortion ban. Why it matters: Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill&#x27;s office seeks an end to a Biden-era FDA rule that expanded telehealth access to mifepristone, a drug widely used for abortions. If successful, the state case could affect abortion access nationwide.

Southern Food and Beverage Museum closes

It's not yet clear what will happen to the museum's artifacts.

Food and Drink

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Southern Food and Beverage Museum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/06/20/southern-food-and-beverage-museum-cookbook-anniversary" data-vars-content-id="687d6fd3-255c-4f7c-ab28-818915dd2d9f" data-vars-headline="Southern Food and Beverage Museum closes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/06/20/southern-food-and-beverage-museum-cookbook-anniversary" target="_self">Southern Food and Beverage Museum</a> has closed its doors for good.Why it matters: The institution has for more than 20 years told the story of Southern food within the broader landscape of American culture, and served as a repository for its relics and memorabilia.

New Orleans approves $99 annual trash rate hike

Fees are going up for Mardi Gras krewes, too.

Politics

New Orleans residents will pay more for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="trash pickup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" data-vars-content-id="19d770f8-acac-4329-9885-7c3f54513595" data-vars-headline="New Orleans approves $99 annual trash rate hike" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" target="_self">trash pickup</a>, starting Oct. 1.Why it matters: It&#x27;s one of several rate hikes the City Council is advancing to help fill a multimillion-dollar budget hole.

New Orleans weighs higher fees for garbage and Mardi Gras

Leaders are trying to generate revenue for the cash-strapped city.

New Orleans City Council members will decide Thursday whether to increase <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="garbage rates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" data-vars-content-id="27e855bb-c8b1-4c9e-ac18-962359ef80f3" data-vars-headline="New Orleans weighs higher fees for garbage and Mardi Gras" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" target="_self">garbage rates</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mardi Gras parade fees" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/09/01/mardi-gras-fee-structure-permit-fees" data-vars-content-id="27e855bb-c8b1-4c9e-ac18-962359ef80f3" data-vars-headline="New Orleans weighs higher fees for garbage and Mardi Gras" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/09/01/mardi-gras-fee-structure-permit-fees" target="_self">Mardi Gras parade fees</a> as the city navigates a financial crisis.Why it matters: Both measures would shift more of the cost of city services to the people who use them while generating additional revenue for the cash-strapped city.

Louisiana's clout isn't paying off yet, new report says

Either way, the state's national importance is growing.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Louisiana" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/politics" data-vars-content-id="da56e94f-c3bb-46f2-b093-804a1e3cf28b" data-vars-headline="Louisiana&#x27;s clout isn&#x27;t paying off yet, new report says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/politics" target="_self">Louisiana</a> punches above its weight politically and economically, but a new report questions whether residents are benefiting. Why it matters: The state&#x27;s influence isn&#x27;t necessarily translating into lower costs, population growth or other clear benefits for residents, according to Ohio River South CEO Howard Franklin.

Nashville may join New Orleans' exclusive airport club 

Nashville wants to rename its airport in honor of Dolly Parton.

Nashville is moving forward with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="renaming its airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/nashville/2026/08/28/nashville-airport-rename-dolly-parton" data-vars-content-id="2f33206d-c4c0-4b17-b74a-81b1d7dcbbbd" data-vars-headline="Nashville may join New Orleans&#x27; exclusive airport club " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/nashville/2026/08/28/nashville-airport-rename-dolly-parton" target="_self">renaming its airport</a> in honor of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dolly Parton" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-louisiana-connections-mardi-gras" data-vars-content-id="2f33206d-c4c0-4b17-b74a-81b1d7dcbbbd" data-vars-headline="Nashville may join New Orleans&#x27; exclusive airport club " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/25/dolly-parton-louisiana-connections-mardi-gras" target="_self">Dolly Parton</a>.Why it matters: If it does, Nashville will join New Orleans in the rare club of airports named after musicians.

8 places to get soup dumplings in New Orleans 

They are difficult to make and tricky to eat.

Soup dumplings are easier than ever to find around <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="6e78bab3-d9c0-4ffe-9c44-cee5c4d05dd4" data-vars-headline="8 places to get soup dumplings in New Orleans " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>.Why it matters: It&#x27;s Souptember, even if we are still running the A/C in Southeast Louisiana.

Chelsea wrote a book!

Culture

I wrote a book! I&#x27;m having a party to celebrate, and you&#x27;re invited.Why it matters: Writing about <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="dd0a5ca3-d795-4b9f-b2af-5c79479b9dc0" data-vars-headline="Chelsea wrote a book!" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> is how I learn about it, and I&#x27;m excited to share what I learned thinking for the past couple of years about where the city&#x27;s food scene is headed.

Frank Brigtsen's new cookbook serves up his legacy

The cookbook is available online and in his restaurant.

It took decades, but chef Frank Brigtsen recently put out a cookbook he feels like he&#x27;s been writing since the very beginning of his <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="2e0a9ff0-7363-406d-8c54-3eac97af3f57" data-vars-headline="Frank Brigtsen&#x27;s new cookbook serves up his legacy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> career.Why it matters: &quot;It&#x27;s not just a collection of recipes; it&#x27;s my legacy,&quot; Brigtsen says. &quot;This is what I share with the world, and I finally got it done.&quot;

Charmant shines with a $25 Coolinary lunch

The restaurant is in the former MoPho spot.

Charmant has a $25 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Coolinary" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/03/new-orleans-restaurants-coolinary" data-vars-content-id="e253acee-3943-453f-aba7-a389c90636c8" data-vars-headline="Charmant shines with a $25 Coolinary lunch" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/03/new-orleans-restaurants-coolinary" target="_self">Coolinary</a> lunch that&#x27;s worth squeezing in before the promotion ends.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a good excuse to try this relatively new restaurant near New Orleans City Park.

Saudi-backed LIV Golf files for bankruptcy protection

LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="LIV Golf" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/30/pif-liv-golf-bryson-dechambeau-pga-tour" data-vars-content-id="46db2894-66e3-4e1a-b719-ffb4ea34f80c" data-vars-headline="Saudi-backed LIV Golf files for bankruptcy protection" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/04/30/pif-liv-golf-bryson-dechambeau-pga-tour" target="_self">LIV Golf</a> — the Saudi-backed league that upended the sport with a costly splash but <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="failed to identify a viable business model" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/18/liv-golf-investment" data-vars-content-id="46db2894-66e3-4e1a-b719-ffb4ea34f80c" data-vars-headline="Saudi-backed LIV Golf files for bankruptcy protection" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/18/liv-golf-investment" target="_self">failed to identify a viable business model</a> — filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday.Why it matters: It&#x27;s an ignominious turn of events for a brash organization that lured some of the biggest stars away from the PGA Tour with enormous paydays that proved to be unsustainable.

New Orleans awaits update on Elon Musk's proposed tunnel 

The NOLA Loop would connect two tourist destinations.

Transit

Elon Musk&#x27;s companies now have two potential projects in Louisiana: The newly announced <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="SpaceX facility" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/25/spacex-starbase-louisiana-jeff-landry" data-vars-content-id="86614934-bd54-4dee-ba50-178e6cc639f6" data-vars-headline="New Orleans awaits update on Elon Musk&#x27;s proposed tunnel " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/25/spacex-starbase-louisiana-jeff-landry" target="_self">SpaceX facility</a> in Acadiana and a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="proposed Loop tunnel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/24/elon-musks-tunnel-boring-company" data-vars-content-id="86614934-bd54-4dee-ba50-178e6cc639f6" data-vars-headline="New Orleans awaits update on Elon Musk&#x27;s proposed tunnel " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/24/elon-musks-tunnel-boring-company" target="_self">proposed Loop tunnel</a> in New Orleans.The big picture: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Boring Company" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/04/21/elon-musk-boring-company-value" data-vars-content-id="86614934-bd54-4dee-ba50-178e6cc639f6" data-vars-headline="New Orleans awaits update on Elon Musk&#x27;s proposed tunnel " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/04/21/elon-musk-boring-company-value" target="_self">Boring Company</a> in March selected New Orleans, Baltimore and Dallas as the winners of its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tunnel Vision Challenge" data-vars-click-url="https://www.boringcompany.com/tunnelvision" data-vars-content-id="86614934-bd54-4dee-ba50-178e6cc639f6" data-vars-headline="New Orleans awaits update on Elon Musk&#x27;s proposed tunnel " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.boringcompany.com/tunnelvision" target="_blank">Tunnel Vision Challenge</a>.

Clearview Mall being demolished for open-air makeover 

The property is scheduled to reopen in 2028.

Development

Clearview Mall is in the middle of the demolition that will convert it into an open-air lifestyle center called <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Clearview City Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/06/12/clearview-city-center-metairie-target" data-vars-content-id="867075de-a328-4b83-9665-f29b60c0d200" data-vars-headline="Clearview Mall being demolished for open-air makeover " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/06/12/clearview-city-center-metairie-target" target="_self">Clearview City Center</a>.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a $100 million project that&#x27;s been in the works for years.

Charlie Bateman hits 50 years at Pat O'Brien's

Charlie Bateman hits a 50-year milestone working at Pat O&#x27;Brien&#x27;s this weekend.Why it matters: That&#x27;s impressive! And the iconic Bourbon Street bar is throwing a public party to celebrate.

New Orleans weighs new Mardi Gras parade fee

The new fee would range from $5,000 to $10,000 per parade.

The New Orleans City Council is considering updating its tiered fee structure for parading Carnival krewes.Why it matters: The fee will help chip away at a gap between what the city spends on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mardi Gras" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/mardi-gras" data-vars-content-id="1797f8c1-31da-47d4-ab1b-fa12f5e477d0" data-vars-headline="New Orleans weighs new Mardi Gras parade fee" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/mardi-gras" target="_self">Mardi Gras</a> and what it receives in tax revenue, Mayor Helena Moreno&#x27;s administration says.

Louisiana reopens recreational gator hunting

The state is opening its first-ever official recreational alligator hunting season.

If you&#x27;ve ever wanted to take down a prehistoric-looking swamp monster, with only a few days left to enter Louisiana&#x27;s lottery for its first-ever official recreational alligator <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hunting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/12/11/fully-dressed-goin-on-a-bear-hunt" data-vars-content-id="8ffedf55-f88f-41d1-b6d7-cdd8f9653ad0" data-vars-headline="Louisiana reopens recreational gator hunting" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/12/11/fully-dressed-goin-on-a-bear-hunt" target="_self">hunting</a> season, now&#x27;s your chance.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a testament to the state&#x27;s success in rehabbing a once-endangered species.

Ye's New Orleans concert puts star's controversy in the spotlight

Ye performs Friday in the Caesars Superdome.

Music

Ye may not have everybody buying tickets to his <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="e9189e0a-394c-46be-8603-6dbf787d279f" data-vars-headline="Ye&#x27;s New Orleans concert puts star&#x27;s controversy in the spotlight" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> tour stop, but he&#x27;s certainly got <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="everybody talking" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/11/yes-tampa-stop-faces-pushback" data-vars-content-id="e9189e0a-394c-46be-8603-6dbf787d279f" data-vars-headline="Ye&#x27;s New Orleans concert puts star&#x27;s controversy in the spotlight" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/11/yes-tampa-stop-faces-pushback" target="_self">everybody talking</a>.Why it matters: The artist formerly known as Kanye West hasn&#x27;t performed here in 13 years, but he&#x27;ll return Friday amid questions about whether audiences will embrace him after years of controversy.

How NOMA protects its art from New Orleans' harsh climate 

Heat, humidity, rain and critters can cause art to age faster.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="ba071374-6428-4c20-95ae-4f565914ff7f" data-vars-headline="How NOMA protects its art from New Orleans&#x27; harsh climate " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>&#x27; climate is constantly trying to destroy NOMA&#x27;s art, forcing conservators to fight back with wax, air-conditioning and a lot of preventive care.Why it matters: South Louisiana&#x27;s heat, humidity, rain and critters can cause art to age faster, requiring more maintenance than visitors might realize.

How the New Orleans Saints will start their 60th year

It's a big year for New Orleans' biggest team.

The New Orleans Saints kick off their 60th season Sunday.Why it matters: The team will mark the anniversary with fan experiences all season long.

New Orleans expects "pain" in 2027 budget 

Cuts will happen, but leaders say they don't want more furloughs.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/politics" data-vars-content-id="d3fa5234-2aa3-45fb-8084-216870c72fd1" data-vars-headline="New Orleans expects &quot;pain&quot; in 2027 budget " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/politics" target="_self">New Orleans</a>&#x27; upcoming budget proposal will include cuts and &quot;pain&quot; in order to preserve essential services, administration officials say.Why it matters: After relying heavily on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="one-time money" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/04/29/fiscal-crisis-emergency-fund-caesars" data-vars-content-id="d3fa5234-2aa3-45fb-8084-216870c72fd1" data-vars-headline="New Orleans expects &quot;pain&quot; in 2027 budget " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/04/29/fiscal-crisis-emergency-fund-caesars" target="_self">one-time money</a> this year, the city faces tough choices about how to balance its budget in 2027.

OPSO to move juvenile inmates out of New Orleans jail

The shift should open up space for adult inmates.

Public Safety

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Orleans Parish Sheriff Michelle Woodfork" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/12/michelle-woodfork-jail-orleans-parish-sheriff" data-vars-content-id="b0a69e0e-39d5-4934-b417-abb2406eaa90" data-vars-headline="OPSO to move juvenile inmates out of New Orleans jail" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/12/michelle-woodfork-jail-orleans-parish-sheriff" target="_self">Orleans Parish Sheriff Michelle Woodfork</a> is working on plans to move juvenile inmates from the New Orleans jail to the city&#x27;s juvenile detention center.Why it matters: Even though there are only about 15 juvenile inmates at the Orleans Justice Center, the shift would free up space for 60 adults in the already overcrowded facility, Woodfork says.

What Jefferson Parish pays for twice-weekly garbage pickup 

Jefferson Parish hasn't had curbside recycling since 2023.

As New Orleans debates <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="raising garbage rates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" data-vars-content-id="5d2e2647-8240-4907-91fc-f8ba6e3fbe11" data-vars-headline="What Jefferson Parish pays for twice-weekly garbage pickup " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/27/trash-rate-monthly-increase-council-vote" target="_self">raising garbage rates</a>, some residents and City Councilmembers are pointing next door to Jefferson Parish.The big picture: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jefferson Parish ended curbside recycling" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/02/18/jefferson-parish-curbside-recycling" data-vars-content-id="5d2e2647-8240-4907-91fc-f8ba6e3fbe11" data-vars-headline="What Jefferson Parish pays for twice-weekly garbage pickup " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/02/18/jefferson-parish-curbside-recycling" target="_self">Jefferson Parish ended curbside recycling</a> in December 2023, citing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="increased costs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/02/27/recycling-dropoff-sites-jefferson-parish" data-vars-content-id="5d2e2647-8240-4907-91fc-f8ba6e3fbe11" data-vars-headline="What Jefferson Parish pays for twice-weekly garbage pickup " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/02/27/recycling-dropoff-sites-jefferson-parish" target="_self">increased costs</a> and low residential participation.

NOPD releases drone use map amid calls for program suspension

The New Orleans Police Department released <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a new dashboard" data-vars-click-url="https://cloud.skydio.com/dashboard/nopd" data-vars-content-id="2a386128-7945-4de7-82aa-6a7dae410891" data-vars-headline="NOPD releases drone use map amid calls for program suspension" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cloud.skydio.com/dashboard/nopd" target="_blank">a new dashboard</a> with maps and details of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="its drone usage" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/11/30/new-orleans-police-nopd-drones" data-vars-content-id="2a386128-7945-4de7-82aa-6a7dae410891" data-vars-headline="NOPD releases drone use map amid calls for program suspension" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/11/30/new-orleans-police-nopd-drones" target="_self">its drone usage</a>.Why it matters: The update comes after opponents of the drone program called for the department to suspend it over transparency concerns.

Family of teen who died at Plaza Tower plans lawsuit

The blighted building has been vacant for more than 20 years.

The parents of the teen who fell to his death inside <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Plaza Tower" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/20/plaza-tower-redevelopment-plans-timeline" data-vars-content-id="52804fbb-a4d8-44cb-b45c-c48be1d66dfe" data-vars-headline="Family of teen who died at Plaza Tower plans lawsuit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/08/20/plaza-tower-redevelopment-plans-timeline" target="_self">Plaza Tower</a> are preparing to sue the building&#x27;s owners, managers and contracted fencing and security companies, their attorneys said Monday.Why it matters: The blighted building has been vacant for more than 20 years and has been the site of two fatal falls since 2023, despite years of code enforcement and attempts to secure it.

New Orleans weekend picks: Festivals, football and true crime

The Krewe of Alla has a new community event, too.

Things to Do

This weekend brings festivals, football, live music and a little true crime to New Orleans. Here are some of our suggestions for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="things to do" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" data-vars-content-id="20a2e355-dbdf-414c-9a5e-8c61bf1109c9" data-vars-headline="New Orleans weekend picks: Festivals, football and true crime" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" target="_self">things to do</a>.

Southern Decadence, mermaid parade and more things to do this Labor Day weekend

Labor Day weekend is almost here, and New Orleans has <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="plenty of ways" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" data-vars-content-id="dc84db39-6ed0-4834-b3f2-29fff80f58e1" data-vars-headline="Southern Decadence, mermaid parade and more things to do this Labor Day weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" target="_self">plenty of ways</a> to fill your holiday.🌈 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Southern Decadence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/SouthernDecadenceNOLA/" data-vars-content-id="dc84db39-6ed0-4834-b3f2-29fff80f58e1" data-vars-headline="Southern Decadence, mermaid parade and more things to do this Labor Day weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/SouthernDecadenceNOLA/" target="_blank">Southern Decadence</a>, the city&#x27;s largest LGBTQ+ celebration, starts Thursday with events around town. The parade rolls at 2pm Sunday from the Golden Lantern.

Photos: Krewe of Dolly marches for Dolly Parton in New Orleans

Fleurty Girl is also raising money for Dolly's Imagination Library.

The Krewe of Dolly participated in Midsummer Mardi Gras for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first time" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcsCYRTFiC7/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1" data-vars-content-id="746c185e-7ff6-4234-ad30-b965b43b9ea7" data-vars-headline="Photos: Krewe of Dolly marches for Dolly Parton in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcsCYRTFiC7/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1" target="_blank">first time</a> over the weekend and is planning to hit the streets again soon in honor of its namesake.The big picture: The krewe says it is holding a second-line Sept. 25 for Dolly as part of a citywide celebration.

Louisiana Children's Museum turns 40 with free admission and events

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Louisiana Children&#x27;s Museum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/04/30/louisiana-childrens-museum-new-exhibit-tweens-teens" data-vars-content-id="6605bd8d-f516-4353-8394-bde3f1e3bd6f" data-vars-headline="Louisiana Children&#x27;s Museum turns 40 with free admission and events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/04/30/louisiana-childrens-museum-new-exhibit-tweens-teens" target="_self">Louisiana Children&#x27;s Museum</a> is exploring new ways to stay relevant as it celebrates 40 years in New Orleans.Why it matters: Kids typically age out of children&#x27;s museums around 8 or 9 and then transition to a city&#x27;s science museum, says CEO Tifferney White. New Orleans doesn&#x27;t have that option.

Jon Batiste to narrate new PBS nature documentary

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jon Batiste" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/04/28/jon-batiste-dons-wig-and-overalls-for-jazz-fest-show" data-vars-content-id="27440e08-f2d9-44d7-8d4b-651ca9ab66d9" data-vars-headline="Jon Batiste to narrate new PBS nature documentary" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/04/28/jon-batiste-dons-wig-and-overalls-for-jazz-fest-show" target="_self">Jon Batiste</a> has a new project, and this time it showcases his voice.Zoom in: The New Orleans-born musician narrates a new documentary showcasing the American South&#x27;s natural world.

Midsummer Mardi Gras, Kanye West and more things to do this weekend 

You've got options in New Orleans this weekend.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" data-vars-content-id="486042c4-fd64-4b02-9a26-90858374d7f4" data-vars-headline="Midsummer Mardi Gras, Kanye West and more things to do this weekend " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" target="_self">New Orleans</a> is packing a lot into the final weekend of August, from Midsummer Mardi Gras to Katrina commemorations and the last hurrah for Coolinary and Museum Month.

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