Waymo's driverless cars are learning New Orleans streets for the coming weeks. But the business isn't expected to expand here yet. Photo: Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
🚕 The Waymo cars have arrived. We spotted one in the Quarter yesterday and another was in Metairie. The AI-powered ride-hailing company is testing our streets to expand its knowledge base, though the company told us all its cars will have a human behind the wheel while here.
♻️ Recycling drop-off sites are on pause in Jefferson Parish until leaders can find a new vendor, the parish says. Existing subscription options will continue.
💎 Swarovski has opened a new shop inside Canal Place, a rep says.
⚖️ Mignon Faget discriminated against a pregnant employee who was fired shortly after requesting family leave, a jury decided, according to court records. The jewelry company denied the claim and said it will pursue an appeal. (The Times-Picayune 🔒)
