New Orleans, LA news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In New Orleans, LA on Friday, October 16, 2026: Pelicans play Wizards tonight; Saints face Giants tomorrow. Also: City proposed rules for Waymo robotaxi service to operate in New Orleans; Coroner identified woman killed in New Orleans East shooting and man slain in Milan. Weather: Partly cloudy today with highs near 72°F, winds gusting to 30 mph, and no rain expected.

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Headlines

New Orleans Pelicans play Washington Wizards tonight at home in NBA action.NBA.com · Oct 16, 7:01 PM

News & local government

City proposed rules for Waymo robotaxi service to operate in New Orleans.NOLA.com · Oct 16, 6:49 PM
Boil water advisory lifted for parts of New Orleans East after water main repair.NOLA.com · Oct 16, 11:01 AM
Louisiana reports projected 565 million dollar budget surplus for state.New Orleans CityBusiness · Oct 16, 11:02 AM

Safety & emergencies

Coroner identified woman killed in New Orleans East shooting and man slain in Milan.WWLTV.com · Oct 16, 2:38 PM

Events & going out

Twelve festivals take over New Orleans this weekend with food, music, and culture.Axios · Oct 16, 6:27 AM
Louisiana SPCA annual carnival returns this month with activities and fun.New Orleans Magazine · Oct 16, 7:59 AM

Food & drink

New Warbler Hotel opens with Jazz Age martini bar and restaurant from Cure.NOLA.com · Oct 16, 6:30 AM

Business & new openings

Restaurant leasing opportunity available on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans.New Orleans Tourism · Oct 16, 4:37 PM

Jobs

Louisiana plans major workforce system overhaul to improve job training programs.Biz New Orleans · Oct 16, 10:43 AM

Schools & kids

Fannie C. Williams Charter School will close; ReNew school taking its place.NOLA.com · Oct 16, 11:00 AM

Health & care

UMC New Orleans nurses hold press conference on LCMC patient and nurse payment concerns.National Nurses United · Oct 16, 10:36 AM

Sports

Saints play at New York Giants tomorrow in NFL game.Yahoo Sports · Oct 16, 4:20 PM

Culture & arts

New Orleans festival this weekend showcases Dominican culture and strengthens cultural ties.Verite News New Orleans · Oct 16, 6:38 PM
Painter Francis X. Pavy receives Ogden Museum Opus Award for Louisiana music and myth art.NOLA.com · Oct 16, 7:02 AM

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