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Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors gathered to clean up Norman Playground today, working together to boost a valued local space. The event brought community members together to improve the neighborhood area. WWL-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Airlines canceled operations immediately on the last day of Jazz Fest, leaving thousands jobless and travelers stranded at Louis Armstrong International Airport. Passengers, who faced frantic phone calls to secure new flights, now risk higher fares on routes such as Orlando, Tampa, Dallas & Chicago. WDSU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival ended Sunday at the Fair Grounds under clear skies after earlier rain shortened vendor hours, and strong attendance helped ease earlier setbacks. Vendors are already planning for next year's event. WWL-TV
- ➤ Joe Lopiccolo, a Metairie father, has released 'Rainbow,' a self-published picture book about hope, emotions and color learning for kids. Inspired by his infertility journey and written for his daughter Castin (which helps young readers connect colors with feelings), the book offers a warm message for all. WDSU
- ➤ Parkway Bakery & Tavern will bring its famous po-boys to Biloxi’s White Pillars Restaurant & Lounge on June 7, offering creative takes on the classic sandwich with gumbo + small plates. Chef Justin Kennedy will lead the kitchen team as the Michelin-recognized restaurants build stronger culinary ties. NOLA.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakeshore outscored Pearl River 11-4 on May 3 as an eight-run third inning clinched their Game 3 win and advanced them to the semifinals next week; coach Jacob Seward praised the improved mindset (their first semifinal run since 2023). NOLA.com
- ➤ Trainer Cherie DeVaux (the first female to win the Kentucky Derby) led Golden Tempo to a win at the Fair Grounds in the Lecomte Stakes on Jan. 17. WWL-TV
- ➤ LSU beat South Carolina for a three-game sweep over the weekend, boosting the Tigers' NCAA Tournament hopes with strong pitching+timely hits. The team will face tough Georgia in their next series. Louisiana Radio Network
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gabrielle Cavassa 'DIAVOLA' Album Release
7:30-10:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets start at $29.40 — Celebrate the launch of a new album by a local artist in the vibrant music scene of New Orleans.
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Andre Bohren Performance
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Student Tickets — Experience an evening of diverse musical talent from lifelong musician Andre Bohren.
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Fund 17's Living Like Water| Immersive Experience Community Day
The Living Like Water Immersive Experience Community Day is a one-day gathering connecting New Orleans entrepreneurs, environmental leaders, land stewards, and workforce partners around climate resilience, public health, and emerging economic opportunities. Through a panel conversation, hands-on demonstration, and networking experience, the event is designed to bring direct access to the people, industries, and ideas shaping the future of the Gulf South.
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Britney Chauntae Live Performance
4:30-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free performance — Experience the powerful vocals of Britney Chauntae in an enchanting happy hour concert.
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