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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans audiologist Dr. Lana Joseph is growing her custom ear bud brand Jrumz—used by performers like Doechii and Tank and the Bangas—into a national venture that has earned roughly $500,000 so far. She runs her High Level Speech & Hearing clinic in Harahan and plans to expand into hearing aids later this year while continuing to serve local schools and musicians. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nathan Haydel, a great-grandson of Dooky and Leah Chase, grew up in the famed second floor of Dooky Chase Restaurant where civil rights leaders once gathered and now stars as an understudy for Alexander Hamilton on Broadway's North American tour. More than 70 family members watched him perform Sunday night at the Saenger Theatre, and Hamilton will run until Sunday, April 20. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana AG Liz Murrill filed legal papers Friday, April 11 claiming the Orleans Parish jail policy that limits deputies from enforcing federal immigration detainers violates a new state law. A federal court will decide if the state can join a suit to overturn the policy—hearing is set for April 30. Verite News
- ➤ City leaders from Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s administration are set to present a plan today to sell bonds in 2025 and 2027 to pay roughly $88 million in unpaid court judgments owed to plaintiffs—avoiding a draw on the general fund. Council Budget Chair Joe Giarrusso said the council is expected to approve the plan within the year while plaintiff lawyer Joseph McMahon welcomed the overdue measure. Fox 8
- ➤ New Orleans officials are allowed to sexually harass workers if their actions do not hurt work, the Civil Service Commission ruled as it reinstated former Clerk of Council Lora Johnson—who had harassed employees for 11 years. City Council President JP Morrell and Vice President Helena Moreno condemned the decision and said the council will appeal the ruling. NOLA.com
- ➤ A new watchdog report said Judge Darryl Derbigny cost taxpayers millions by delaying felony case progress, with his courtroom averaging 412 open cases and a median resolution time of 294 days compared to lower averages among his colleagues. The Metropolitan Crime Commission will petition the state Supreme Court to review his docket to help cut excess jail and police overtime costs. Fox 8
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry argued before the House Insurance Committee on Wednesday and his bill, HB576, passed early—giving him an edge in his battle to let his commissioner block excessive car insurance rate hikes. Landry said he will call legislators into a special session if the measure is rejected. WBOK
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Archdiocese of New Orleans is planning to sell Christopher Homes, a portfolio of 15 low-income senior housing apartment complexes, to raise funds for clergy sex abuse survivors and reduce its property holdings; the church said residents will face no immediate disruption—buyers must follow HUD rules to keep housing affordable. Some residents remain concerned about potential eviction risks if new owners change policies. NOLA.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Pelicans named Louisiana native Joe Dumars as their new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations (hired three days after David Griffin was fired) and he brings decades of NBA experience from winning two championships as a player, serving as a Pistons executive, and working at the NBA League Offices. WDSU
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Dumpstaphunk Concert
9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Civic Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the funky sounds of Dumpstaphunk live in New Orleans.
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Billy Iuso with Iko Allstars
8-11 p.m. — The Broadside — $ — Enjoy a unique take on Grateful Dead classics performed by top New Orleans musicians.
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Fontaines D.C. Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Civic Theatre — Tickets start at $65 — Enjoy an energetic performance by Dublin's Fontaines D.C.
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Daze Between New Orleans 2025
5-11 p.m. — Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $67.50 — Experience an incredible lineup featuring Umphrey's McGee and more across two days of music.
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Mitch Woods Live
5-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Experience the boogie-woogie sounds of Mitch Woods in a lively happy hour concert.
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A New Orleans Tribute to Phil Lesh
9-10:30 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets start at $62.50 GA — Celebrate the music of Phil Lesh with a star-studded lineup of talented artists.
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Mike Gordon Concert
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets from $47 — Experience a live performance from the Phish bassist in a vibrant setting.
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Walk It Off Sis
9-11 a.m. — Metropolitan Events — Empowering women through group walks and open conversations about health and well-being.
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Bearly Dead Tribute Show
7 PM - 12 AM — No Dice — $16.09 — Experience the vibrant tribute to Grateful Dead with a full-throttle live performance filled with energy and great musicianship.
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Ed Volker & Dave Malone Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets available — Celebrate Jazzfest's end with Ed Volker and Dave Malone accompanied by special guests.
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