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Teyana Taylor promises a more vibrant Essence Fest

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<figure><img alt="Image shows Teyana Taylor and Coco Gilbert talking on stage." height="450" id="beaed953-079b-45dc-8185-0c86cb35a507" src="https://images.axios.com/vUwtRDYPj1DhzJvJZJ2oJiCd-A4=/2026/06/05/1780698465846.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Teyana Taylor and Coco Gilbert, the co-founders of The Aunties, talk about their vision for upgrading Essence Fest. Image: Carlie Kollath Wells/Axios</figcaption></figure>Teyana Taylor wants to bring the energy back to Essence this summer as the fest&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new chief curator" data-vars-click-url="https://www.essence.com/festival/teyana-taylor-essence-festival-2026-chief-curator/" data-vars-content-id="56afc1e6-d7b8-4361-aa64-12e6dd772da7" data-vars-headline="Teyana Taylor promises a more vibrant Essence Fest" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.essence.com/festival/teyana-taylor-essence-festival-2026-chief-curator/" target="_blank">new chief curator</a>.Why it matters: Festival organizers are working to elevate the attendee experience as they negotiate the event&#x27;s future in New Orleans.

Walmart drone delivery is coming to New Orleans

Officials are wrestling with how to regulate new technologies.

<figure><img alt="Image shows a drone dropping a Walmart package at a house." height="405" id="7a1a539b-8595-4cf1-8a0e-d313df5b80f4" src="https://images.axios.com/urnJq_k8DSWglIhR05SQcRahRKU=/2026/06/09/1781028324370.gif" width="720"/><figcaption>Wing uses a tethered drop to put Walmart deliveries in customers&#x27; driveways. Courtesy of Wing and Walmart</figcaption></figure>Drones could start dropping off Walmart packages in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="05b2d53b-8c90-4f56-8b37-cd0970a2af28" data-vars-headline="Walmart drone delivery is coming to 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> later this year.Why it matters: Drone delivery would bring a new form of on-demand retail service to New Orleans as local leaders are grappling with how to regulate emerging technologies, including autonomous vehicles, advanced drones and AI-powered surveillance tools.

How New Orleans helped win D-Day

The city will commemorate its role in the pivotal military campaign on Saturday.

New Orleans on Saturday will commemorate D-Day, a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="pivotal WWII battle" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/06/06/wwii-museum-living-veterans-commemoration-events" data-vars-content-id="df013bfd-7564-46e1-8c11-19fb7556d290" data-vars-headline="How New Orleans helped win D-Day" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/06/06/wwii-museum-living-veterans-commemoration-events" target="_self">pivotal WWII battle</a> with deep ties to the city.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Higgins boats" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/05/29/ww2-museum-new-orleans-anniversary-events-schedule" data-vars-content-id="df013bfd-7564-46e1-8c11-19fb7556d290" data-vars-headline="How New Orleans helped win D-Day" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/05/29/ww2-museum-new-orleans-anniversary-events-schedule" target="_self">Higgins boats</a> built here carried Allied troops onto the beaches of Normandy 82 years ago during one of the most consequential military operations in modern history.

Celebrity car show planned at Bourbon Street attack site

The Gumball 3000 supercar rally has a permit from the city. NOPD officers will be working the event and there will be barricades.

New Orleans is hosting a celebrity car show on Bourbon Street at the site of last year&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="deadly terrorist attack" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/01/14/new-orleans-attack-injured-57-people-fbi" data-vars-content-id="b232e036-f097-44cd-a357-9bab383e9108" data-vars-headline="Celebrity car show planned at Bourbon Street attack site" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/01/14/new-orleans-attack-injured-57-people-fbi" target="_self">deadly terrorist attack</a>.Why it matters: City leaders and law enforcement have spent the past year <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="restricting vehicular access" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/02/06/bag-checks-bourbon-street-security-french-quarter" data-vars-content-id="b232e036-f097-44cd-a357-9bab383e9108" data-vars-headline="Celebrity car show planned at Bourbon Street attack site" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/02/06/bag-checks-bourbon-street-security-french-quarter" target="_self">restricting vehicular access</a> to parts of Bourbon Street in response to the attack.

"Relentless assault": New Orleans' wins and losses this session

"This session felt like a relentless assault on New Orleans."

Politics

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" 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> scored several wins in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="legislative session" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/politics" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" 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">legislative session</a> that otherwise &quot;felt like a relentless assault&quot; on the city, leaders say.Why it matters: While New Orleans lost major political battles over <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="redistricting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/06/01/louisiana-new-congressional-map-house-districts-election" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/06/01/louisiana-new-congressional-map-house-districts-election" target="_self">redistricting</a> and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="court system" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nola.com/news/courts/louisiana-governor-complains-over-cutting-orleans-judge/article_a50d350d-e05b-4d76-9545-320dbe293c10.html" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nola.com/news/courts/louisiana-governor-complains-over-cutting-orleans-judge/article_a50d350d-e05b-4d76-9545-320dbe293c10.html" target="_blank">court system</a>, lawmakers approved changes that could reshape the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city&#x27;s troubled water utility" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/18/sewerage-water-board-fix-pipes" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/18/sewerage-water-board-fix-pipes" target="_self">city&#x27;s troubled water utility</a> and steer millions of dollars toward <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="long-delayed projects" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/02/26/armstrong-park-municipal-auditorium-master-plan" data-vars-content-id="a5c00ae8-306c-4b79-abcd-1384dd5fe45e" data-vars-headline="&quot;Relentless assault&quot;: New Orleans&#x27; wins and losses this session" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/02/26/armstrong-park-municipal-auditorium-master-plan" target="_self">long-delayed projects</a>.

Blackout license plates coming to Louisiana

Lawmakers also banned balloon release and ended brake tags.

Louisiana lawmakers tackled everything from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="congressional redistricting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/21/louisiana-lawmakers-debate-congressional-map" data-vars-content-id="e37c9770-a30a-467e-9780-96597e327131" data-vars-headline="Blackout license plates coming to Louisiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/21/louisiana-lawmakers-debate-congressional-map" target="_self">congressional redistricting</a> to new license plates in the 2026 legislative session that wrapped up Monday.The big picture: These are some of the buzzier bills that passed. Some have been signed, while others need Gov. Jeff Landry&#x27;s signature.

Louisiana Supreme Court sides with Chelsey Richard Napoleon

It's a blow to Calvin Duncan, who was petitioning to keep his elected position.

Election

Baton Rouge won another round in its power struggle with New Orleans on Monday when the Louisiana Supreme Court settled a dispute over the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Orleans Parish Clerk of Court&#x27;s office" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/15/louisiana-supreme-court-intervenes-orleans-clerk-showdown" data-vars-content-id="fb109125-93c4-466a-85c9-2c1a07a2b41f" data-vars-headline="Louisiana Supreme Court sides with Chelsey Richard Napoleon" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/15/louisiana-supreme-court-intervenes-orleans-clerk-showdown" target="_self">Orleans Parish Clerk of Court&#x27;s office</a>. Why it matters: The ruling ends a legal and political fight that drew in the attorney general, mayor and City Council.

New congressional map sparks another campaign season

The currently suspended elections will be in November.

Louisiana congressional hopefuls are gearing up for another midterm election after state lawmakers <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="redrew the state&#x27;s map" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/21/louisiana-lawmakers-debate-congressional-map" data-vars-content-id="415dd1f1-fe54-41e2-94d4-893e47b43c0d" data-vars-headline="New congressional map sparks another campaign season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/05/21/louisiana-lawmakers-debate-congressional-map" target="_self">redrew the state&#x27;s map</a> and reset the clock.Why it matters: The new map dismantles one of the state&#x27;s two majority-Black districts and will likely flip a Democratic-held seat to Republicans.

A bagel guide to New Orleans

Food and Drink

<figure><img alt="A pair of hands pulls open a bagel stuffed with cream cheese." height="450" id="72040309-9d8a-4762-a24c-ca3ffeb98875" src="https://images.axios.com/etX79jJylArcF-P6mHl9k4vlcjU=/2025/12/23/1766512201282.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>A friend reveals her Shug&#x27;s Bagels order: scallion cream cheese on a cinnamon raisin bagel. Video: Chelsea Brasted/Axios</figcaption></figure>Just days into the second trimester of my second pregnancy, one thing was clear: I was going to need bagels. Lots of bagels.Why it matters: The heart wants what the heart wants. Especially when you&#x27;re pregnant.

Where to find late-night dining in New Orleans

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="048b42fd-1667-47b2-80a1-de56de56b68e" data-vars-headline="Where to find late-night dining 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> might be a great late-night town for entertaining, but it&#x27;s taken some time to turn it into a great place for late-night eating.Why it matters: There&#x27;s more to life than Lucky Dogs and floppy slices of off-Bourbon Street pizza.

Where to find great vegetarian food in New Orleans

Here's where to find great vegetarian cooking.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="c0486ce8-c8b5-424c-b01c-8dd47385f631" data-vars-headline="Where to find great vegetarian food 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> is known for its excellent dining and hospitality, but its most famous food typically carries a reputation for meat-studded dishes, like jambalaya, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="poboys" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/07/09/best-poboys-new-orleans-restaurants" data-vars-content-id="c0486ce8-c8b5-424c-b01c-8dd47385f631" data-vars-headline="Where to find great vegetarian food 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/2024/07/09/best-poboys-new-orleans-restaurants" target="_self">poboys</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="gumbo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/10/31/best-gumbo-new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="c0486ce8-c8b5-424c-b01c-8dd47385f631" data-vars-headline="Where to find great vegetarian food 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/2023/10/31/best-gumbo-new-orleans" target="_self">gumbo</a>.Why it matters: There&#x27;s a ton of fantastic vegetarian eating to be had here, too.

Cafe Malou's spicy crawfish dip is worth sharing

The new Uptown restaurant is attached to Octavia Books.

Cafe Malou is a new-ish Uptown <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="ff42ed1d-44d4-405e-8c99-288487bbd3ab" data-vars-headline="Cafe Malou&#x27;s spicy crawfish dip is worth sharing" 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> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cafe" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/food-and-drink" data-vars-content-id="ff42ed1d-44d4-405e-8c99-288487bbd3ab" data-vars-headline="Cafe Malou&#x27;s spicy crawfish dip is worth sharing" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/food-and-drink" target="_self">cafe</a> that&#x27;s connected to Octavia Books.The big picture: Restaurateur <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mani Dawes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.southernliving.com/cafe-malou-new-orleans-11856535" data-vars-content-id="ff42ed1d-44d4-405e-8c99-288487bbd3ab" data-vars-headline="Cafe Malou&#x27;s spicy crawfish dip is worth sharing" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.southernliving.com/cafe-malou-new-orleans-11856535" target="_blank">Mani Dawes</a> opened the full-service restaurant last fall in the former Toast space.

New Orleans among worst places for new grads to find jobs

Fast-growing Southern metros offer the best job opportunities for new college graduates, according to a new study.The big picture: Birmingham, Alabama, and Tampa Bay, Florida, top the list, based on payroll processor ADP&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ranking" data-vars-click-url="https://www.adpresearch.com/2026-youve-graduated-now-what/" data-vars-content-id="11f30d2f-4d60-4c2a-bd04-0b85b4bc7eb6" data-vars-headline="New Orleans among worst places for new grads to find jobs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.adpresearch.com/2026-youve-graduated-now-what/" target="_blank">ranking</a> of 20-something hiring rates, wages and affordability.

Louisiana LNG project is moving forward

The Iran war is putting fresh focus on gas from outside the Middle East.

Kimmeridge, an energy-focused private equity firm, on Friday announced that its Caturus unit will proceed with construction of its Commonwealth LNG project in Louisiana.Why it matters: While Commonwealth has been planned for years, the go-ahead arrives as the Iran war is putting fresh focus on gas from outside the Middle East.

Tourism leaders see bright spots across New Orleans

State and local officials are using National Travel and Tourism Week to spotlight an industry that remains one of Louisiana's biggest economic drivers.

Tourism powers <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="3bafcfdb-922c-4505-b57b-a624fe53ae4e" data-vars-headline="Tourism leaders see bright spots across 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>&#x27; economy.Why it matters: State and local officials are using National Travel and Tourism Week to spotlight an industry that remains one of Louisiana&#x27;s biggest economic drivers, especially in New Orleans.

Abortion pill rulings cause whiplash and confusion

Nationwide access to abortion pills is again in legal limbo.

Health

Nationwide access to abortion pills is again in legal limbo, almost two years after the Supreme Court <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="threw out" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/06/13/supreme-court-abortion-pill-case-decision" data-vars-content-id="a3cf0744-f350-46f2-b4e8-737c7db65c1f" data-vars-headline="Abortion pill rulings cause whiplash and confusion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/06/13/supreme-court-abortion-pill-case-decision" target="_self">threw out</a> a case challenging mail-order prescribing of the widely used drug mifepristone.Why it matters: A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="circuit court ruling" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/01/court-limits-abortion-pill-access" data-vars-content-id="a3cf0744-f350-46f2-b4e8-737c7db65c1f" data-vars-headline="Abortion pill rulings cause whiplash and confusion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/01/court-limits-abortion-pill-access" target="_self">circuit court ruling</a> on Friday that dramatically dialed back access to the drug has caused confusion for pharmacies, telehealth companies and other clinicians, even in states where abortion is legal.

Exclusive: Joyful new public art headed to Metairie

Five new pieces were unveiled in New Orleans City Hall too.

Metairie is getting another <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="12-foot-tall honey bear sculpture" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/23/fnnch-s-new-sculpture-features-a-sousaphone" data-vars-content-id="897843b3-4b2f-42e2-8e7d-d5f665f15acc" data-vars-headline="Exclusive: Joyful new public art headed to Metairie" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/23/fnnch-s-new-sculpture-features-a-sousaphone" target="_self">12-foot-tall honey bear sculpture</a> on Veterans Memorial Boulevard.Why it matters: The donated public art is meant to bring joy to residents and acknowledge the musical contributions of the region.

New Orleans-shot "Is God Is" opens Friday

Vivica A. Fox and Sterling K. Brown star.

Things to Do

Vivica A. Fox&#x27;s new movie, which was <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="filmed in New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/29/people-you-meet-vacation-book-movie-filming" data-vars-content-id="4b2970a8-9ca0-4aff-bdae-a32b163a9e68" data-vars-headline="New Orleans-shot &quot;Is God Is&quot; opens Friday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/29/people-you-meet-vacation-book-movie-filming" target="_self">filmed in New Orleans</a>, hits theaters Friday.The big picture: &quot;Is God Is&quot; is based on the play by Aleshea Harris, who adapted it for the big screen and made her directorial debut.

New Orleans joins national effort to promote music investment

Louisiana's music industry employs more than 35,000 people.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="ccb6b827-e753-4f5c-a656-b871dd4a4e6b" data-vars-headline="New Orleans joins national effort to promote music investment" 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 partnering with other cities and states in a new trade organization focused on strengthening local <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="music scenes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/music" data-vars-content-id="ccb6b827-e753-4f5c-a656-b871dd4a4e6b" data-vars-headline="New Orleans joins national effort to promote music investment" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/music" target="_self">music scenes</a>.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Louisiana&#x27;s music industry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.louisianamusicpartners.com/about" data-vars-content-id="ccb6b827-e753-4f5c-a656-b871dd4a4e6b" data-vars-headline="New Orleans joins national effort to promote music investment" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.louisianamusicpartners.com/about" target="_blank">Louisiana&#x27;s music industry</a> is worth $1.4 billion and employs more than 35,000 people.

Getting older with my mom

Somewhere between diapers and dishes, my mom and I became friends.

Culture

One unexpected gift of adulthood is realizing your parents are people, too.Why it matters: As mine get older, I&#x27;ve become more intentional about enjoying the time we have together.

14 new restaurants and bars in New Orleans metro

Summer is usually when New Orleans <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="restaurant" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/food-and-drink" data-vars-content-id="393e7fc0-b570-4e0f-ab63-1a4fbdf936ca" data-vars-headline="14 new restaurants and bars in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/food-and-drink" target="_self">restaurant</a> closures start trickling in. We&#x27;ve had at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="least eight so far" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/06/08/cafe-sbisa-and-7-other-recent-restaurant-closures-in-new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="393e7fc0-b570-4e0f-ab63-1a4fbdf936ca" data-vars-headline="14 new restaurants and bars in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/06/08/cafe-sbisa-and-7-other-recent-restaurant-closures-in-new-orleans" target="_self">least eight so far</a>.Yes, but: Entrepreneurs are still opening new spots.<ul><li>Here are some recent ones and a few more that are on the way.</li></ul>

Louisiana's new state rose has Katrina roots

The rose survived two weeks in Katrina's floodwaters.

The Peggy Martin rose is now <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Louisiana&#x27;s official rose" data-vars-click-url="https://www.louisianalife.com/peggy-martin-rose-now-the-louisiana-state-rose/" data-vars-content-id="edfba6f4-50f9-4de5-a287-c903d2faafc2" data-vars-headline="Louisiana&#x27;s new state rose has Katrina roots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.louisianalife.com/peggy-martin-rose-now-the-louisiana-state-rose/" target="_blank">Louisiana&#x27;s official rose</a> after a new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="legislative resolution" data-vars-click-url="https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1467543" data-vars-content-id="edfba6f4-50f9-4de5-a287-c903d2faafc2" data-vars-headline="Louisiana&#x27;s new state rose has Katrina roots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1467543" target="_blank">legislative resolution</a>.The big picture: The pink flower, also called the Katrina rose, is a reminder of the region&#x27;s rebirth after the storm.

Scoop: Adler's next generation keeps jewelry business alive

Two Adler siblings have launched their own jewelry ventures.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Adler&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/12/11/businesses-restaurants-closed-this-year-langensteins-palace-cafe" data-vars-content-id="31308d60-175a-4e0c-9bf6-35155e33c36e" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Adler&#x27;s next generation keeps jewelry business alive" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/12/11/businesses-restaurants-closed-this-year-langensteins-palace-cafe" target="_self">Adler&#x27;s</a> may be closing, but the Adler family isn&#x27;t leaving the jewelry business, members tell Axios exclusively.Why it matters: The next generation has launched multiple new ventures that will continue serving many of the Mardi Gras krewes and clients who have relied on the family for more than a century.

The New Orleans sit-in that changed Canal Street

The marker will be in front of Ruby Slipper, which used to be McCrory's.

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser will unveil a new civil rights marker Tuesday recognizing a two-year effort to desegregate lunch counters and bathrooms on Canal Street.Why it matters: The Canal Street protests became one of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="e4245454-050f-45cc-81ab-1c45c6be0b09" data-vars-headline="The New Orleans sit-in that changed Canal Street" 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; most consequential civil rights campaigns, helping force integration of downtown businesses and leading to a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling.

Atlantic hurricane season starts with quieter outlook

It's time to stock up on canned food and pay attention to the weather.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Atlantic hurricane season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/05/21/atlantic-hurricane-season-forecast-2026-noaa-preparation-el-nino" data-vars-content-id="0ebd02de-239d-4ee4-b4ba-685be7bd08f3" data-vars-headline="Atlantic hurricane season starts with quieter outlook" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/05/21/atlantic-hurricane-season-forecast-2026-noaa-preparation-el-nino" target="_self">Atlantic hurricane season</a> begins Monday.Why it matters: It&#x27;s time to stock up on canned food, pay attention to the weather and be ready to leave if there&#x27;s a threat.

Crape myrtle popularity makes this pest popular, too

The invasive pest is coming for your ornamental trees.

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<figure><img alt="A video pans down a small tree branch infested with tiny white insects." height="450" id="b41e273b-f227-40c6-82db-812a1a56f6d3" src="https://images.axios.com/RWZZ-7idgB7YPlAoRyc68Wd3SAw=/2025/12/19/1766170370016.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>A crape myrtle bark scale infestation attacks a tree. Video: Chelsea Brasted/Axios</figcaption></figure>The destructive creepy-crawlies known as bark scale came for my crape myrtle seemingly overnight, filing its limbs with sticky, furry little insects that threatened to kill the tree it fed upon.Why it matters: This was preventable, and you can learn from my mistakes.

New TSA tech aims to speed up lines at MSY

You have to pay for TSA PreCheck use the new Touchless ID option.

Passengers at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/23/msy-airport-expansion-timeline-parking-garage" data-vars-content-id="f43f9267-e20f-4c1a-88ac-95cdde5e7cf4" data-vars-headline="New TSA tech aims to speed up lines at MSY" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/23/msy-airport-expansion-timeline-parking-garage" target="_self">Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport</a> now have a faster option at the TSA checkpoint.Why it matters: Long lines at security are a vibe-killer for the start of your trip.

Creole Tomato Fest and more things to do in New Orleans

Summer&#x27;s here and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans&#x27; social scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" data-vars-content-id="222b0136-9ac8-46d1-aa76-09e01d32271b" data-vars-headline="Creole Tomato Fest and more things to do 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/things-to-do" target="_self">New Orleans&#x27; social scene</a> isn&#x27;t slowing down any time soon.Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s on tap this weekend.

Greek Fest, Vodou Day and more things to do this weekend

The WWII Museum will host a ceremony for Memorial Day.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Greek Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.gfno.com/" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.gfno.com/" target="_blank">Greek Fest</a> is back this weekend for its 51st year along Bayou St. John.<ul><li>The festival features traditional Greek food, music and dancing on the grounds of the Holy Trinity Cathedral.</li><li>Holy Trinity is the country&#x27;s oldest Orthodox community, organizers say.</li></ul>New this year: The festival is going cashless.<ul><li>Make sure you hit up the market for homemade baklava and other baked goods.</li></ul><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]">More events</h2>🇺🇸 The National WWII Museum will host a remembrance ceremony Monday for Memorial Day. A Gold Star family member will give remarks. (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Details" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nationalww2museum.org/events-programs/events/137979-memorial-day-commemoration" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.nationalww2museum.org/events-programs/events/137979-memorial-day-commemoration" target="_blank">Details</a>)🎶 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Little Freddie King Blues Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/events/bjs-bywater/little-freddie-king-fest/1206568064801855/" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.facebook.com/events/bjs-bywater/little-freddie-king-fest/1206568064801855/" target="_blank">Little Freddie King Blues Fest</a>: Listen to Little Freddie King, Sunpie Barnes and more at BJ&#x27;s Lounge on Sunday.🕯️ New Orleans International Vodou Day: Gather for remembrance, education, art and music honoring the traditions and cultural legacy of Vodou. (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Schedule" data-vars-click-url="https://www.vodouday.org/" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.vodouday.org/" target="_blank">Schedule</a>)🎪 Circus is in town: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Germany&#x27;s Great Bavarian Circus" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/events/1621787825692801/1621788562359394/?active_tab=about" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.facebook.com/events/1621787825692801/1621788562359394/?active_tab=about" target="_blank">Germany&#x27;s Great Bavarian Circus</a> is at Oakwood Center, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Do Portugal Circus" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/events/1290546339725724/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_local_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.facebook.com/events/1290546339725724/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_local_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank">Do Portugal Circus</a> is at the Shrine on Airline.🍺 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Port Orleans&#x27; anniversary" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/events/1986557959402544/1986557966069210/?active_tab=about" data-vars-content-id="952885a6-8c21-44f3-affd-7cc1c6eb8050" data-vars-headline="Greek Fest, Vodou Day 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.facebook.com/events/1986557959402544/1986557966069210/?active_tab=about" target="_blank">Port Orleans&#x27; anniversary</a>: Celebrate the brewery&#x27;s ninth birthday with new beer releases, music, crawfish and comedy.

New Orleans will host one of the biggest gatherings of tall ships

Here's what to know about the free tours.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="1bbe9ab2-db9b-443e-b77a-af3cf8207405" data-vars-headline="New Orleans will host one of the biggest gatherings of tall ships" 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> hosts a flotilla of international tall ships next week for the kickoff of Sail 250, which is part of the country&#x27;s 250th birthday celebrations.Why it matters: The 12 ships will be open for free public tours along the Mississippi Riverfront.

Keith Lee festival debuts as Bayou Boogaloo pivots

FamiLee Day has food, music and an obstacle course.

TikTok food influencer Keith Lee hosts his inaugural festival in New Orleans this weekend, while <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bayou Boogaloo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/10/scoop-bayou-boogaloo-new-location-20th-anniversary" data-vars-content-id="6fb51d0f-55f8-4244-ac5d-f8ca11b63856" data-vars-headline="Keith Lee festival debuts as Bayou Boogaloo pivots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/10/scoop-bayou-boogaloo-new-location-20th-anniversary" target="_self">Bayou Boogaloo</a> celebrates its 20th anniversary with a smaller, reimagined format.Why it matters: You&#x27;ve got plenty to do after casting your ballot Saturday.

The sharks weren't the scariest part of Netflix's new thriller

"Thrash" spent three weeks in Netflix's Top 10 movies list.

Netflix has a new scary movie just in time for hurricane season.The big picture: In &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Thrash" data-vars-click-url="https://www.netflix.com/title/82650122" data-vars-content-id="a5bcad09-2e8f-4506-9920-e184ff6db243" data-vars-headline="The sharks weren&#x27;t the scariest part of Netflix&#x27;s new thriller" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.netflix.com/title/82650122" target="_blank">Thrash</a>,&quot; a Category 5 storm slams a South Carolina town, trapping residents in the floodwaters.<ul><li>Plot twist: Ravenous sharks are in the water. Yeah, I rolled my eyes, too.</li></ul>

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