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LSU & Sports: Derek Curiel’s stock keeps rising ahead of the MLB Draft, with a new mock placing the former LSU star at No. 12 overall to the Angels. Local Business: BankPlus reopened its rebuilt Metairie Veterans Boulevard branch after a fire, with a ribbon-cutting attended by parish leaders and upgraded banking tech. AI for Louisiana Companies: Southeastern Louisiana University will host an Artificial Intelligence Launchpad Aug. 4 in Hammond, offering hands-on faculty coaching for businesses building custom AI solutions. Courts & Politics: The Louisiana Supreme Court appointed retired judge Robert Chaisson to oversee proceedings in the criminal case involving Attorney General Liz Murrill. New Orleans Economy: A longtime Frenchmen Street tattoo shop, Electric Ladyland, quietly closed after three decades as the nightlife corridor keeps shifting. Housing & Cost of Living: Forecasters trimmed home price growth expectations for 2026 as inflation continues to bite. Weather: Forecasters flagged tropical downpours and spotty storms for the weekend into early next week.

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Jul. 8, 2026

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First-Time in New Orleans: What Not to Miss

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Owned By	Samgrah Commercial through Deccan Chronicle Holdings
Year Founded	1938
Website	www.deccanchronicle.com
Domain Registration Year	2002
Access Type	open
Publication Location	India, Secunderabad
Owner Country	India

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One Pelicans Player Who Should Be Thrilled About New Orleans' Offseason

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Sports Illustrated - New York

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Owned By	BlackRock Inc. through Authentic Brands Group; CVC Capital Partners, Simon Property Group, HPS Investment Partners, Leonard Green & Partners, Brookfield amongst major shareholders
Year Founded	1954
Website	https://www.si.com/
Domain Registration Year	1990
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, New York, New York City
Owner Country	United States

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Silver alert canceled for New Orleans woman

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WDSU 6 - Louisiana

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Owned By	Hearst Family through Hearst Communications
Year Founded	1948
Website	https://www.wdsu.com/
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, New Orleans
Owner Country	United States

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris announces visit to New Orleans

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WDSU 6 - Louisiana

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Owned By	Hearst Family through Hearst Communications
Year Founded	1948
Website	https://www.wdsu.com/
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, New Orleans
Owner Country	United States

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3 hours ago

1893-O Morgan Dollar: Eliasberg’s Finest-Known New Orleans Trophy Comes to GreatCollections

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Owned By	Scott Purvis
Year Founded	2011
Website	https://coinweek.com/
Domain Registration Year	2005
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Florida, Ormond Beach
Owner Country	United States

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Longtime tattoo shop on Frenchmen Street quietly closes after 3 decades in New Orleans

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Nola - Louisiana

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Owned By	John & Dathel Georges through Georges Media Group
Year Founded	1998
Website	https://www.nola.com/
Domain Registration Year	1998
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, New Orleans
Owner Country	United States

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Really? Jerry Seinfeld brings new act to Baton Rouge on Saturday. Here are 10 bits of trivia.

The Advocate - Louisiana |

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The Advocate - Louisiana

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Owned By	John & Dathel Georges through Georges Media Group
Year Founded	1925
Website	www.theadvocate.com
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, Baton Rouge
Owner Country	United States

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5 hours ago

Running of the Bulls brings bat-wielding rollergirls to New Orleans for a 20th year in 2026

Nola - Louisiana |

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Nola - Louisiana

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Owned By	John & Dathel Georges through Georges Media Group
Year Founded	1998
Website	https://www.nola.com/
Domain Registration Year	1998
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Louisiana, New Orleans
Owner Country	United States

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