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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans police investigated a shooting on the 14700 block of Peltier Drive on April 19 & a man was transported to a hospital in a private vehicle where he remained in stable condition. WDSU
- ➤ New Orleans Police are seeking 24-year-old Maxwell Lewis+ his family fears for his safety as he battles multiple medical problems. WWL-TV
- ➤ New Orleans police arrested Keenan Robinson, 44, and Alphonse Smith, 43, in a joint narcotics investigation after executing a high risk search warrant on the 3200 block of Saint Peter Street and the 7500 block of Means Avenue—confiscating firearms, cash, various drugs and a stolen black Nissan Rogue—and have charged both men with multiple counts of drug law violations and illegal firearm possession. WDSU
- ➤ New Orleans police are investigating a shooting on the 3700 block of South Claiborne Avenue where a victim was injured and taken to the hospital around 2:20 a.m. on April 20—officials have not yet confirmed the victim’s condition as the investigation continues. WDSU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today marks the 100th anniversary of New Orleans’ first commercial radio station, WSMB 1350 AM, which signed on in 1925 and served as an NBC then ABC affiliate. Its studios were on the 13th floor of the Maison Blanche building at 921 Canal St—now the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. WBOK
- ➤ Ye Olde College Inn on South Carrollton began as a walk-up sandwich and barbecue spot called the Pig Stand — its name changed in 1933 to attract Tulane and Loyola students and later added 'Ye Olde' in the 1940s to set it apart — and reopened next door after Hurricane Katrina flooded its original building. WBOK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office announced road closures today as the Zurich Classic runs through Sunday, April 27—Segnette Boulevard and Lapalco Boulevard westbound toward Highway 90 will be closed to non-tournament traffic while eastbound lanes turn two-way. Starting Thursday, westbound Nicolle Boulevard at NOLA Motorsports Park and eastbound Nicolle Boulevard and Pat Dr. will be closed with both streets set to a 25 mph speed limit. WDSU
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 17, St. Scholastica won 21-5 over Caddo Magnet in five innings after junior Aubrianne Kavanaugh hit a grand slam that sparked the Doves’ rally — they will face fourth-seeded Curtis next. In other playoff games, Pope John Paul II beat Beekman Charter 11-1 on April 19, Destrehan won 3-2 with a walk-off in the seventh, and Sulphur took 16-6 over Northshore in six innings. NOLA.com
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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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