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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Orleans police arrested 48-year-old Billy Dietrich on a charge of second-degree murder in a Napoleon Avenue shooting on Wednesday at 5:27 p.m.—officers responded after a call reported a man down and found the fatal gunshot wound on the 3300 block. Fox 8
- ➤ In a Jefferson Parish courtroom Thursday morning, the daughters of murder victim Charlene Jones confronted Monica Every, who hired a hitman after a breakup to kill their mother, and Every along with Louis Gordon received life sentences for second-degree murder and related charges—underscoring the lasting impact of the crime. NOLA.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beloved New Orleans Jazz singer Lillian Boutté, who died last week at age 75 after a lengthy illness, will be honored with a celebration of life on June 7 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church—followed by a Christian mass at 12 p.m. and burial at St. Patrick Cemetery #1, with arrangements by Charbonnet Funeral Home. WDSU
- ➤ Jefferson Parish announced that Uncle Sam Jam will take place at Lafreniere Park on July 3 with American Pie singer Don McLean headlining a country-themed concert and a fireworks show starting around 9:30 p.m.—the free event will begin at 4 p.m. and include several local acts along with options for parking passes, free shuttles, and VIP packages. NOLA.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Parish officials are preparing for the upcoming hurricane season by training over 250 key workers and launching Crisis Track software to speed up damage assessments so FEMA can deliver aid faster – a move prompted by Hurricane Francine's flooding of homes. The parish also confirmed that 193 of 194 pumps are now working and has emergency contracts ready to provide extra manpower during storms. NOLA.com
- ➤ Louisiana's House passed SB 232 on May 28 that would give film projects a 25% tax credit and an extra 15% for hiring local workers—an incentive among the highest in the country. The bill now awaits Gov. Jeff Landry’s signature and could draw multi-million dollar productions to our state. Fox 8
- ➤ A Senate committee passed House Bill 674 that will limit the Louisiana Board of Ethics’ powers by requiring two-thirds approval to start an investigation—ensuring officials receive due process while setting new rules on subpoenas and travel reimbursements. Rep. Beau Beaullieu sponsors the bill as part of a broader effort to reform how ethical complaints are handled. WBOK
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NOLA Footwork Festival
3-7 p.m. — The Broadside — Free admission for kids under 10 — Celebrate New Orleans music and culture with live performances from local bands.
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Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival
3-8:30 p.m. — The George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant sounds and culture of southwest Louisiana with local Zydeco and Cajun musicians.
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Scatterjazz Trios Featuring Aurora Nealand, Mahmoud Chouki, and Thomas Helton
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Broadside — Cost Info TBD — Experience unique sound-sculpture trios with an exciting lineup of talented musicians.
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The Cat Empire: Bird in Paradise Album Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Tipitina's — Ticket info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Cat Empire with Toyesauce in a legendary New Orleans venue.
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B. Dylan Hollis Cookbook Signing
6-8 p.m. — Nims Fine Arts Center — Ticket includes signed copy — Celebrate the release of Baking Across America with author B. Dylan Hollis and enjoy a humorous journey through nostalgic recipes.
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Nola Soul Flower Music Fest
1-8 p.m. — Louis Armstrong Park — Ticket purchase required — Experience the world's first Hip Hop Food Festival with delicious food and live music from top DJs and bands.
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The Walrus — A New Orleans Beatles Experience
8-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Tickets possibly available — Experience a faithful tribute to The Beatles' beloved song catalog performed by four talented local musicians.
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Peter Hook & The Light Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Joy Theater — Almost sold out — Experience the legendary sounds of Peter Hook & The Light live in New Orleans.
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Andrea Bocelli Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Smoothie King Center — Ticketed event — Experience a night of classical music with the world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli.
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Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating jazz with Delfeayo Marsalis and his talented orchestra.
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