Jefferson Parish Schools: The Jefferson Parish School Board will pick an interim member this week to fill Steven Guitterrez’s District 9 seat, with four candidates—two Democrats and two Republicans—set for public interviews before a vote. New Orleans Port & Rail: Port NOLA and the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad are rolling out an AI-powered logistics tool to speed up planning for oversized cargo, aiming to make the port and rails more competitive for big industrial projects. French Quarter Construction Fallout: French Quarter businesses say ongoing water-main work is threatening their survival, after Café Sbisa announced it will close permanently; officials say the project is on track for late-September completion. RTA Streetcar Overhaul: The Regional Transit Authority is using survey results to build a Streetcar Modernization Master Plan, mapping long-term fixes for speed, safety, and accessibility. Gonzales Judge Misconduct: A Louisiana judge faces judicial misconduct charges tied to a 2023 altercation at Swamp Chicken Daiquiris. Healthcare Costs: The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals nationwide, including Louisiana-area facilities, over missing price transparency. Alligator DWI Case: A Louisiana man bitten by an alligator during a swamp escape after a suspected drunk-driving stop is drawing renewed attention after bodycam details. Energy & Jobs: Meta is bringing AI workforce training to Baton Rouge, while a new Gulf Coast LNG pipeline expansion and other infrastructure moves keep fueling Louisiana’s growth push.