The system in the Caribbean is expected to strengthen into Hurricane Helene and make landfall along the Gulf Coast. Image: CIRA/RAMMB
🌀 A tropical system heading into the Gulf of Mexico is forecast to strengthen into a Category 2 or 3 hurricane before landfall along the Florida panhandle. But, tracks can change and meteorologists warn Louisianans to stay alert. (Axios)
🥁 A Houston high school marching band, which was originally banned from traveling to New Orleans, is now cleared to perform at the Sugar Bowl. The city's mayor will provide security after the school cited safety concerns. (Chron.com)
💰 At least 700 homes in Jefferson Parish took on water during Hurricane Francine. Leaders say they would need billions to fix the drainage problem. (NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune 🔒)
Dawn Richard, a New Orleanian and former Danity Kane member, filed a lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging he sexually assaulted her, deprived her of food and sleep and refused to pay her adequately. (NPR)
