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May 14, 2026 | From City Council

Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Summary

NEW ORLEANS, LA - On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Governmental Affairs Committee convened to consider several board and commission appointments, as well as two amendments to Professional Services and Licensing agreements.

May 14, 2026 | From NOPD News

NOPD, NHTSA Remind Drivers that Seat Belts Save Lives Every Day

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is urging drivers to buckle up ahead of the Click It or Ticket seat belt safety campaign. The national high-visibility seat belt enforcement effort, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs May 18-31, 2026.

May 14, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Aimee McCarron to host rescheduled “Light the Night” event in Hollygrove-Dixon

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Aimee McCarron will host a “Light the Night” community walk in the Hollygrove-Dixon neighborhood on Monday, May 18. This initiative is focused on identifying streetlights that have been out for a significant period of time and highlighting areas where additional lighting would improve public safety and neighborhood visibility.

May 13, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmember Lesli Harris Responds to Attorney General's Threat To Remove New Orleans Elected Officials and Clarifies Position on Clerk of Court Litigation

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Councilmember Lesli Harris issued the following statement in response to Attorney General Liz Murrill's threat to remove Mayor Helena Moreno, District Attorney Jason Williams, and five members of the New Orleans City Council from office under state "usurper" statutes. Separately, Councilmember Harris further clarified her position regarding the calling of a special election and appointment of an interim Clerk of Court. Finally, Councilmember Harris has provided a list of next steps to promote unity.

May 13, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmembers Morrell, Willard, McCarron, King, and Hughes Issue Statement on Letter From Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill

NEW ORLEANS, LA — New Orleans City Councilmembers JP Morrell, Matthew Willard, Aimee McCarron. Freddie King III, and Jason Hughes issue a statement in response to the letter received from Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill.

May 13, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

New Orleans Among Founding Members of New National Music Office Coalition

New Orleans, LA - The New Orleans Office of Nighttime Economy (O.N.E.) is proud to announce its role as a founding member of the newly launched Association of Music Offices (AMO), a national coalition connecting city, state, nonprofit, and community-based music offices working to strengthen local music ecosystems across the United States. 

The partnership gives New Orleans direct access to national collaboration around music policy, artist support, nightlife management, workforce development, economic growth, and strategies to sustain local music cultures in rapidly changing cities.

May 13, 2026 | From NOPD News

NOPD Seeking Suspects in Armed Robbery

The NOPD is asking for the public's assistance in identifying and locating two subjects wanted in connection with an armed robbery in the Fifth District that left the victim hospitalized.

May 13, 2026 | From City of New Orleans

Municipal and Traffic Court Judges Transfer $5 Million to Support City’s Financial Stability and Community Services 

New Orleans, LA — The City of New Orleans today announced the transfer of $5 million from the Municipal and Traffic Court of New Orleans (MTCNO) Judicial Expense Fund to the City of New Orleans to help address current financial challenges and support key public services that benefit residents across the community. 

The decision to transfer $5 million stems from the judges' belief that supporting the overall municipal framework ultimately enhances the court's ability to serve residents. This collaboration aims to help the city tackle financial challenges and invest in community needs, ensuring that essential operations, including those of the court, can continue effectively and sustainably. The money will be transferred to the city’s cash management fund. 

May 12, 2026 | From City Council

Councilmembers McCarron, Morrell, & Willard Voice Support of Senate Bill 407, Encouraging Fairly-Drawn Congressional Maps

NEW ORLEANS, LA — New Orleans City Councilmembers Aimee McCarron, JP Morrell, and Matthew Willard joined together to author a letter in support of Senate Bill 407, authored by Senator Ed Price.