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Good morning New Orleans! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What really happened when deputies cuffed a reporter at Orleans courthouse?
  • Ready to run with your pup for New Orleans rescues tomorrow?
  • Man hospitalized after Central City shooting; NOPD investigation continues

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 82 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 87, low: 66. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Very warm and humid, with a high of 89 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. OPSO investigation details courthouse 'chaos' during AG Murrill indictment (nola.com) — An internal Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office report details how two deputies independently decided to handcuff a TV reporter and a lawyer during July's chaotic grand jury session that indicted Attorney General Liz Murrill in New Orleans. The review cites one deputy for unprofessional conduct, highlights poor planning and conflicting orders to media, and recommends better preparation for high-profile courthouse proceedings.
   

2. NOLA Dogs Race to the Rescue 5K helping local shelters (wdsu.com) — New Orleans–area pet lovers can join Sunday's NOLA Dogs Race to the Rescue 5K and dog parade at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery, supporting six local women-led, no-kill rescue groups including Animal Rescue New Orleans. Organizers expect more than 500 participants for the run, pet parade, and Blessing of the Pets, with proceeds helping cover substantial vet bills and ongoing overpopulation challenges.
   

3. Man hospitalized following Central City shooting, New Orleans Police report (wgno.com) — New Orleans police are investigating a Friday night shooting in Central City near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and South Claiborne Avenue, where a man was found with at least one gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital by private vehicle, and his condition remains unknown. Detectives are still gathering information, and no additional details have been released yet.
   

4. Everything you MISSED: What happened after WWE SmackDown went off the air (October 9, 2026) (wrestletalk.com) — If you're heading to WWE's Money in the Bank tonight in New Orleans, this recap explains the chaotic SmackDown finish that set the stage, including Cody Rhodes' untelevised run-in to save the babyfaces. It also previews the wide-open ladder matches and confirms Roman Reigns vs. LA Knight will open the show with no surprise cash-ins expected.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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