Good morning, New Orleans.

Makin' Groceries, led by local musician Arséne DeLay, delivers weekly care packages with fresh produce and prepared meals to cultural elders and vulnerable musicians, working with MaCCNO to address food insecurity while seeking donations and volunteers.

Turner Industries announced plans to build nuclear fabrication facilities in New Iberia and Port Allen that will create 1,000 jobs and produce components for next generation reactors, with high precision modules and piping to support local energy innovation as stated at a New Orleans summit by economic development officials.

The library offers diverse events this week—Jason Reynolds will speak via Zoom today at 6 p.m., a plant swap takes place May 1 at Milton H.

Latter Memorial, Budding Artists begins May 4 at Rosa F. Keller Library, and teens can volunteer on Wednesday and May 5.

Emanuel Paul played several instruments—his tenor saxophone work shaped local jazz—and recorded with legends like Kid Thomas Valentine and Oscar 'Papa' Celestin.

His work with the Eureka Brass Band and at Preservation Hall helped define New Orleans' historic sound.

A cold front will bring rain and cooler temps to Jazz Fest, which begins today and is marked by thunderstorms in the morning and heavy rain Friday into Saturday morning (with flash flooding possible in urban areas).

Sunday will be sunny when musicians perform.

New Orleans hotels generated nearly $9 billion in total economic impact in 2025 and supported over 51,000 jobs, according to an Oxford Economics study.

Rising costs and lower international travel continue to challenge the industry while the local economy benefits from strong hospitality.

Loyola University New Orleans placed among the top 14 in the national Bateman Competition earlier this month, earning a 92.2-point score with an innovative campaign that featured AImee the Chameleon to simplify AI concepts.

The PRSSA event saw 46 teams create full public relations campaigns for real clients.

A longtime St. Bernard schools leader who helped rebuild after Katrina has announced his retirement after decades of service.

The decision marks a significant shift for local education and prompts preparations for new leadership in the district.

City leaders proposed a $103M plan to sell future rent payments from Caesars — a move intended to strengthen finances ahead of hurricane season and improve city preparedness.

Shipments of paraquat, a toxic herbicide banned in over 70 countries, continue to come through the Port of New Orleans with 449 shipments slated for 2025 (a steady rise reported recently).

This ongoing import raises environmental and health concerns for local communities amid debates on chemical safety.

Dr. Corey Hebert reported that the FDA approved a new injection for sleep apnea today, providing a fresh treatment option for sufferers + more details on patient eligibility and timing will be announced soon.

LSU Health New Orleans released the Bayou Blueprint (a strategic plan to eliminate cervical cancer) in partnership with local agencies; the plan will boost HPV vaccination, screening and follow-up care to lower rates from 8.9 to under 4 cases per 100,000 by 2035.

The Pelicans hired Kurt Joseph to lead the team’s sports performance department (he served five seasons as the director of strength and conditioning at the University of Nebraska).

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.

Dawn Richard Live Performance

9:00 – 11:30 PM — Joy Theater — Check event page for ticket costs — Experience the dynamic sounds of New Orleans with a rising star of the local music scene.

Robert Glasper with Christian McBride

6-8 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets start at $65.50 — Experience the musical prowess of Robert Glasper and Christian McBride in an amazing performance.

Charmaine Neville Band at Snug Harbor

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy Charmaine Neville's captivating voice in an intimate jazz setting.

Ed Perkins Jazz Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Students — Experience the soulful jazz of Ed Perkins, a New Orleans native and celebrated musician.

WYES Juleps & Generosity

7-11 p.m. — Paulette And Frank Stewart Innovation Center For Educational Media — Refunds available — Celebrate the spirit of generosity at WYES while enjoying mint juleps and festive atmosphere.

The Molly Ringwalds Live

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Southport Hall — $15 adv — Experience the world's greatest 80's tribute band from Sheffield, England.

New Orleans Ballet Theatre Presents Cinderella

2-5 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Check event page for pricing — Experience the magic of Cinderella with the New Orleans Ballet Theatre this Mother's Day weekend.

Charmaine Neville Band Live Performance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed entry — Experience the soul of New Orleans through Charmaine Neville's vibrant R&B and Jazz performance.

The Black Angels Concert

7:00–8:30 p.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — $42–$209 — Experience the psychedelic rock vibes of The Black Angels in a lively New Orleans setting.