Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
Good morning, New Orleans.
A local Navy veteran is biking across America to raise money for the Tunnels to Towers Foundation (created to assist first responders and veterans after 9/11).
He plans to ride from California to landmarks including the Pentagon, Shanksville, and the 9/11 Memorial with a goal of raising $250,000.
Crews are working on a 54-inch sewer force main break that began around 7 p.m. Friday when a vessel struck a submerged pipe near Florida Avenue, dumping wastewater into the Industrial Canal — officials ask residents to avoid the area.
Dionne Randolph takes over as captain of the Krewe of Muses after founder Staci Rosenberg moves to captain emerita, marking a new chapter for the popular women's Mardi Gras krewe in New Orleans.
Prince Lobo from Addis NOLA joins Brheanna, Leigha, Seth, and Doug to discuss food trends, fan-favorite wings, and planning must-try dishes during French Quarter Fest (a local culinary highlight).
Doug Mouton and Seth Lewis interviewed Water Seed at FQF today to discuss how their future funk sound energizes the festival (a highlight of local music culture).
Drivers in Jefferson Parish should plan for road closures for the Zurich Classic at TPC of Louisiana; starting 6 p.m. today, Lapalco Blvd’s westbound lanes will close until 7 p.m. April 26, and Nicolle Blvd will shut from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. from April 23.
State officials are waiting for clear details from LIV Golf on its plans and will decide next steps when the league confirms a timeline.
During Tulane's spring scrimmage, the quarterback battle heated up as John Curtis alum Dagan Bruno assumed the option role in the on-campus game.
Coaches and teammates examined the evolving competition closely.
LSU gymnastics finished second on Saturday at the NCAA championship at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth after trailing Oklahoma by a narrow margin of 198.1625 to 198.0750 — coach Jay Clark praised the team's resilience despite fighting injury and adversity.
ASI Show fASIlitate 2026 New Orleans
Apr 20-23 — The Windsor Court — Registration required — A premier hosted-buyer event fostering meaningful connections in the promotional products industry.
John 'Papa' Gros Solo Performance
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Student — Experience the vibrant sound of New Orleans through the music of John 'Papa' Gros.
Jill Butler's Joyride
5-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful happy hour concert featuring Jill Butler's Joyride.
Candlelight Concert - Neo-Soul Favorites
6-7 p.m. — Hotel Peter and Paul — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening with the sounds of neo-soul in a stunning atmosphere.
King Tuff Live with Morgan Nagler
7:30-9 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of nostalgic tunes as King Tuff performs with Morgan Nagler.
The Iguanas Live Performance
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a happy hour concert featuring The Iguanas in a vibrant New Orleans venue.
Mike Dillon's New Orleans Percussion Consortium
10 PM – 1 AM — Gasa Gasa — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a unique blend of psychedelic rock, jazz, punk, and funk with percussion innovator Mike Dillon and his all-star lineup.
Grahame Lesh & Friends Concert
6:29-9:00 p.m. — Joy Theater — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with Grahame Lesh & Friends and special guest performances from Midnight North and The Terrapin Family Band.
Warren Haynes Live Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Cost varies — Experience an electrifying night with legendary guitarist Warren Haynes and his soulful blues and rock sounds.
Sonny Landreth Featuring Dustin Dale Gaspard Jazzfest After Show
7 PM — Rock 'N' Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blues sounds of Sonny Landreth and Dustin Dale Gaspard at an exciting after-show event.
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