| BY BOB WARREN | Staff writer |
Ouzo, baklava and a Big 5-0! The annual Greek Festival opens this evening in New Orleans and marks a milestone. There’s dancing, great food — even the Midas Touch, a 50th anniversary cocktail. Doug MacCash has the deets. Still searching: A week after news broke of a stunning jailbreak in New Orleans, the hunt continues for five remaining prisoners on the run. Meanwhile, another person has been accused of aiding the escapees. Canceled: In a powerslam to the city’s 2026 tourism calendar, WWE has informed officials that next April’s WrestleMania event is canceled. Business writer Tony McAuley says the event could make a return at a future date. More bad news on the entertainment front: Billy Joel has called off his upcoming concerts, including a New Orleans show with Stevie Nicks set for October, Keith Spera reports. Big reach: From his Uptown home, political commentator Tim Miller’s reach extends across the web. Rich Collins talked to the popular podcast host, YouTube creator and cable news contributor. Did you get this newsletter forwarded from someone else? Sign up here. And if you're interested in becoming a NOLA.com subscriber, here's a great offer. Be spectacular today, Bob | 