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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two suspects—19-year-old Harry Darby and 18-year-old Julian Vicknair—were charged with second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder after Colby Scheffler was fatally shot following a robbery in New Orleans on April 6, with both bonds set at $1.5 million and a next court date scheduled for June 6. WWL-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jazz Fest provides various travel options for festivalgoers with gates opening at 11 a.m., and shuttle buses from four departure points operate from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.—with the last bus leaving at 5 p.m. Riders can also choose rideshares, streetcars for $1.25, and RTA buses while on-site parking is reserved for those with disabilities and the Deutsches Haus offers $20 parking. WDSU
- ➤ Chetwan Smith and Anthony Jerome Smith, creators of Sweet Soulfood on North Broad Street, will debut their all-vegan stand at Jazz Fest, serving comfort food with classic New Orleans flavors. Their decade-long vision to promote healthy eating was sparked by family health challenges — a plan set to give festival attendees a nutritious option. WDSU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Treasurer Dr. John Fleming launched the Louisiana K-12 School Transparency Project website that shows teacher salaries and district spending—such as a Commander's Palace dinner by leaders at the defunct Delores Taylor Arthur School—sparking debate among parents and school officials. Officials say errors in some records are being corrected as local schools work to ensure taxpayers see clear accounts of education funds. WDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jeff Landry announced yesterday the creation of a French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission to plan a permanent memorial for victims of the January 1 attack on Bourbon Street. The commission (which includes victims’ families, city leaders, and law enforcement) will meet monthly and is set to present its recommendation within one year. Fox 8
- ➤ The US Army Corps of Engineers activated Phase 2 flood fight procedures in response to Tuesday's projected Mississippi River rise above 15 feet at the Carrollton Gauge. They are now doing daily levee inspections from Baton Rouge to Venice—checking for cracks or seepage, keeping large ships 180 feet away, and suspending waivers for subsurface work within 1,500 feet of the levees. WRNO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Health launched Project MOM—Maternal Overdose Mortality—to reduce maternal deaths from accidental drug overdoses by increasing referrals and expanding residential treatment sites from three to eight by next year. Dr. Pete Croughan said the project aims to cut pregnancy overdose deaths by 80% in three years as overdose has become the leading cause of maternal mortality in Louisiana. Louisiana Radio Network
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Construction began on Grove Place II — a $19M affordable housing project that will add 36 homes in Hollygrove — with plans to finish the development in 2026. The groundbreaking event featured Mayor LaToya Cantrell — emphasizing local progress — and public partners who supported the project through LIHTC, tax credits, and a $2M HOME loan, while the project is set to create 70 full-time construction jobs. New Orleans City Business
SPORTS NEWS
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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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