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Top New Orleans news: Presidential candidates at Essence Fest; 4th fireworks show set up; more

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Published on July 02, 2019
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Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in New Orleans.

Democratic presidential candidates coming to Essence Fest

2020 Presidential Candidates Cory Booker, Pete Buttigieg, Kamala Harris, Beto O'Rourke and Elizabeth Warren will take the stage this weekend.

Read the full story on WWL.

New Orleans bail-setting tool often ignored, watchdog group finds

Magistrates often ignore risk assessment surveys used by the court to determine bail for suspects booked on violent felony crimes in New Orleans, according to a new report.

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Despite high river, New Orleans gets ready for free fireworks show

Preparations are underway on a barge on the Mississippi River. The fireworks are set to go off at precise times and sync with music.

Read the full story on WWL.

Master P hosts annual charity basketball game 

Hip-hop mogul Percy Miller's annual celebrity basketball game on Saturday will benefit kids in New Orleans.

Read the full story on WDSU News.

Drew Brees donates $250K to help build school in New Orleans

Brees' donation helped complete the new KIPP Believe school building that opened in March.

Read the full story on WWL.


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