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Could Essence Fest Move to Houston or Atlanta?

After more than three decades in New Orleans, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture could be considering a new home. According to recent reports, Houston and Atlanta have emerged as potential destinations for the annual celebration of Black music, entertainment and culture as negotiations between festival organizers and New Orleans officials remain unresolved. The festival’s agreement with the city expired in September 2026, raising questions about where the event could take place in 2027.

Houston, TX · 2d

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One dead, one wounded in separate New Orleans East shootings

A violent night and early morning in New Orleans East resulted in the shooting death of a woman and a man going to a hospital with a neck wound.

New Orleans, LA · 19h

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Small business in St. Charles Parish tries to recover after tragic hit-and-run

Kaysea Tassara moved her family across the country after her husband received military orders, relocating them to St. Charles Parish. Determined to build community in their new home, Tassara made plans to open Flowers Near Me, located at 13322 Highway 90, Suite O, Boutte, LA 70039. The shop features 32...

Boutte, LA · 2d

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Man Shot in Neck on Dwyer Road in Pines Village, NOPD Says

A man was shot in the neck Saturday evening in the 6000 block of Dwyer Road in New Orleans’ Seventh District, prompting an aggravated battery investigation by police. Officers responded after a call came in at 6:56 p.m. reporting the shooting, and the victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

New Orleans, LA · 19h

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Sweet Potato Pie: A Southern Thanksgiving Tradition

The JQ List may earn a commission when you buy through links in this article. In much of the American South, and above all in Black Southern kitchens, the Thanksgiving pie is not pumpkin but sweet potato. Sweet potatoes thrived in Southern soil, and generations of cooks turned them into a pie that is richer, silkier and more deeply flavored than its pumpkin cousin.

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New Orleans police arrest man, accused of attacking man, stealing his belongings

A 48-year-old man is in custody after attacking a man and stealing his belongings. The New Orleans Police Department says the robbery happened on Saturday around 1 p.m. at St. Claude Avenue and St. Ferdinand Street. Police say the victim was driving when he was flagged down. He parked the...

New Orleans, LA · 11h

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Man accused of attempted second-degree murder near Slidell

A Mississippi man was arrested in connection with a shooting at a Slidell-area residence.

Slidell, LA · 17h

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Man convicted in fatal Warehouse District shooting of U.S. Army Reserve sergeant

The Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office is holding a news conference Friday to discuss a recent conviction of a man tied to a deadly shooting. According to the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, Jeremiah Williams was convicted in the fatal shooting of U.S. Army Reserve Sergeant Frederick Magee Jr.

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Crazy Ending: Jackson State Won Against Tulane After Tulane Called A Timeout They Didn't Have In A Tie Game With 1 Second Left

I stand firm on the fact that one play never loses you the game in basketball. Throughout the 40 mins on the hardwood, there are plays, may plays - defensive breakdowns, bad shots, miscommunications, stupid fouls, turnovers etc that you wish you could take back, and when added up all make the difference in. a game, but none individually. So this bonehead play of calling a timeout when you don't have one is for sure the moment that stands out the most and everyone remembers because it's the one that goes viral - but no one will mention the 17 turnovers that go with it or the 9 missed free throws throughout the contest. It's how it goes.

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Kenner council member alleges public intimidation by mayor’s official

A Kenner council member has filed a report with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, alleging public intimidation by the mayor’s chief administrative officer after a dispute over a contract. The report, filed Friday, states that Council Member Joey LaHatte challenged the contract of the mayor’s chief administrative officer...

Kenner, LA · 10h

NOLA.com

At this French Quarter building, a short-term rental fraud scheme is just the tip of the iceberg

The lobby of 810 Bienville Street is papered with signs warning of the luxury apartment complex’s ban on vacation stays. A key fob is required to unlock the front door. Staff monitor the entrance. But none of that stopped a couple from settling in Thursday to a unit they’d...

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John Curtis shuts out Chalmette in regular-season finale

KENNER – The John Curtis Christian Patriots may be peaking at the right time. Coming off last week’s 26-0 win over Holy Cross, the Patriots looked to build on that against the Chalmette Owls in Friday’s District 9-5A game on Ed Daniels Field at Muss Bertolino Stadium. The momentum from last week’s win carried over as the Patriots rolled to a 29-0 win over Chalmette in the regular-season finale for both teams.

Chalmette, LA · 2d

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Judge Seeber Bridge on Claiborne Avenue closes Saturday after driver damages safety barrier

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Judge Seeber Bridge on North Claiborne Avenue, connecting the St. Claude area to the Lower Ninth Ward, was closed in both directions Saturday (Nov. 7) after a driver damaged a safety barrier, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said. Drivers are advised to use...

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Archdiocese adds 27 clergy to abuse list as attorney blasts $400,000 fine over priest warning

The Archdiocese of New Orleans has added 27 clergy members to its list of those credibly accused of sexual abuse, bringing the total to 106. Among those added was Paul Hart, a former chaplain at Brother Martin High School. Attorney Rick Trahant says he was fined more than $400,000 after he tried to warn school leaders about Hart in 2022.

New Orleans, LA · 12h

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St. Augustine-Rummel stayed close into the fourth quarter, until one team’s QB scored three TDs

With a chance to go undefeated through the regular season for the first time since 1987, St. Augustine got the job done. It took more work than usual, though. Quarterback Jaelle Noble ran for three touchdowns — all in the fourth quarter — as top-ranked St. Augustine overcame a late deficit to defeat Rummel 35-22 on Friday at Tad Gormley Stadium.

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This Louisiana Entertainment Park Has Go-Karts That Reach 40 MPH

Go-karts that top out around 40 mph are waiting in Louisiana. That is real speed for a park with a track, mini golf, and an arcade. I like how this spot mixes racing with games for every age. I believe a day here could fit a family, a group of friends, or a birthday crew.

Avondale, LA · 2d

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City Park's Celebration in the Oaks Returns With Mardi Gras Light Tree, Mushroom Walk

City Park's Celebration in the Oaks is lighting up New Orleans again this holiday season, running Nov. 27, 2026 through Jan. 1, 2027, with a driving tour, a walking tour and a lineup of new displays scattered throughout the park. The 36-day event brings expanded light displays and reimagined experiences across the grounds, organizers say, continuing a run that has anchored the city's holiday calendar since the 1980s.

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French Quarter shop struggles to survive

Starling Magickal Occult Shop, a French Quarter business since 1995, is facing financial challenges after Decatur Street construction and other setbacks, leaving its owners uncertain about their future. As the shop is located on the 1000 block of Royal Street, the owners said they didn’t initially expect to be impacted...

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Beignet Fest, Po-Boy Fest, and a Saints home game: Here’s your weekend event list

New Orleans will see perfect festival weather with cooling temperatures this weekend. Here are four things you can do across New Orleans this weekend. The original Caribbean Carnival of New Orleans is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7 at Washington Square Park. The festival celebrates Caribbean culture and is celebrating 24...

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French Quarter compound built in 1807 has courtyard, garage parking for $3.95 million

Brick and plaster archways, garage parking and a private courtyard make the home at 525 St. Louis St. a rare French Quarter gem. The French provincial compound has three separate living environments with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms, listed for $3.95 million. Located just two blocks from Jackson Square, this...