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1. East Jefferson property transfers for Aug. 14-20, 2026. See a list of home and other sales. (nola.com) — If you're watching Kenner's housing market, a fresh batch of August 14–20 property transfers shows everything from six‑figure starter homes to a nearly $800,000 Sharon Street sale. The list details specific Kenner addresses, buyers, sellers, and prices, alongside other East Jefferson communities like Metairie and Harahan.
2. Kenner waives fines against Esplanade Mall owners (fox8live.com) — Kenner officials have struck a deal with Esplanade Mall's owners, waiving substantial fines in exchange for a court-ordered cleanup, better lighting, and stronger security at the long-troubled property. City leaders say an abatement schedule is coming within days, while a Jefferson Parish council member criticizes the move as too lenient. The case returns to Mayor's Court on October 9.
3. Want to see Pelicans' G League team play in Kenner? Laketown Squadron schedule now set (nola.com) — Kenner basketball fans now know exactly when they can see the Pelicans' new G League affiliate, the Laketown Squadron, tip off at the Pontchartrain Center, starting with a home opener on November 14. The team will play 24 home games in Kenner, with coaches and executives stressing their goal of building a loud, community-driven homecourt advantage. The full schedule runs through late March.
4. ICE Arrests Right-Wing Commentator Milo Yiannopoulos in New Orleans (ntd.com) — Kenner's Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport again figures into national headlines after ICE confirmed it arrested right‑wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos there over an alleged immigration violation. Officials say he overstayed his legal status, missed a hearing, and will remain in custody pending removal while he has yet to comment publicly.
5. Conservative British commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained as 'illegal alien' (statenews.net) — Kenner residents may notice national attention on Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport after federal immigration agents detained British commentator Milo Yiannopoulos there this week. Officials say he overstayed his visa and missed an immigration hearing, and he now faces removal while political allies and rivals argue over the case online.
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