New
in New Orleans
Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Good morning, New Orleans. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Westbank Heritage Festival returns to Alario Center with local music, art, and food that celebrate community culture in the region. Fox 8
- ➤ New Orleans fashion week ended recently — local designers and models showed their latest collections at downtown venues, and organizers will plan future events to keep the city’s creative spirit alive. Fox 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former New Orleans 911 Director Tyrell Morris’s trial is set to begin after delays—prosecutors will soon present their case regarding his role at the emergency call center. Fox 8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Metairie Towers, a 50-year-old complex in Old Metairie, will be auctioned off today in a 48-hour online bidding process after developer Darren Aschaffenburg failed to secure permanent financing for his upscale renovation plans. The building suffered damage from Hurricane Ida and has a minimum bid of $10 million—nearly 100 potential bidders have requested information. NOLA.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU dropped to fourth in the AP Top 25 after beating Southeastern Louisiana Saturday because Miami crushed Florida 26+7 and moved into the top three with Ohio State and Penn State. Tulane received no votes after a heavy loss to Ole Miss for the first time this season. WDSU
-
Walter Trout Band Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Ticketed event — Experience the blues mastery of Walter Trout in a vibrant local setting.
-
Raphael Saadiq Live
8:00-9:30 PM — Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts — Tickets vary — Experience Grammy-winning artist Raphael Saadiq in a night of soulful music.
-
John Pizzarelli Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market — Tickets available — Experience the acclaimed interpretations of classic and modern songs by John Pizzarelli.
-
Heart N Hands Love Your Heart Gala
The Heart N Hands Love Your Heart Gala takes place Saturday, September 27 at the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans. This unforgettable evening will bring together community partners, supporters, and advocates for a night filled with purpose and passion. Guests will enjoy a VIP Patron Party, live entertainment, auctions, and a celebration of heart health that truly makes a difference.
-
Heart N Hands 2nd Annual Love Your Heart Gala
Heart N Hands’ mission is to empower and educate girls about heart health and heart disease prevention, and we invite you to the Love Your Heart GALA at the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, 921 Canal Street, on Saturday from 6–10 PM. The evening begins with a VIP Patron Party & Experience from 6–7 PM featuring a private pre-party with passed hors d’oeuvres and Patron perks, followed by the Celebration & Silent Auction from 7–10 PM with live and local entertainment, New Orleans cuisine, auctions, an interactive photobooth, Sparkle Stations, and more. This unforgettable night of joy and celebration will also feature inspiring stories of our journey. Funds raised will benefit the Heart N Hands Love Your Heart Wellness Programs & Scholarship Fund for girls, so grab your dancing shoes and join us for a night that makes a difference.
-
Giacomo Turra Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the groove-heavy rhythms of Italian guitarist Giacomo Turra in a night of funk and fun.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you can't see yourself working with someone for life, don't work with them for a day.
~ Naval Ravikant
About New in New Orleans
Welcome to the New in New Orleans, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the New Orleans, Louisiana community. If you like the New in New Orleans, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in New Orleans.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in New Orleans and across Louisiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to New in New Orleans
A free New Orleans community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://newinneworleans.com/sitemap