🌱 COVID Cases Spike + Suspect Arrested In 3-Year-Old's Murder Case

New Orleans LA

28 April, 2022

5:28 PM

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Happy Friday, people of New Orleans! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today. First, today's weather: Partly sunny and nice. High: 84 Low: 69. Here are the top five stories in New Orleans today: New Orleans has begun to see an uptick in COVID cases in recent weeks, though city officials aren't that concerned. NOLA Public Schools have seen an increase in positive tests, but not an increase in hospitalizations as a result of the infections. NOLA is averaging 50 new cases a day, but the New Orleans Health Department Director says it is expected not not cause for concern. (WWLTV.com)The suspect in the shooting death of a 3-year-old girl earlier this week has been arrested and connected to another homicide in September 2021 according to NOPD. The suspect is the victim's older brother who was immediately detained after her death. (WWLTV.com) Mayor La Toya Cantrell spoke out about the recent trend of disagreement between her administration and the City Council. In a letter directed at the council, she condemned their 'disturbing rhetoric' of continually blocking her proposals. The rising crime rates and slow construction projects have been a recent point of contention between the two governing forces, and this squabble could either make the situation better or worse. (WWLTV.com) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Getting some spring cleaning tasks done? Why not refresh your home's security, too. Secure windows, doors, and more with up to $80 off on select Alarm Pro Kits. Don't wait, offers end 5/1 at 9 p.m. PST. Today in New Orleans: Wartime Piano Happy Hour at The National WWII Museum (4:00 PM) Tulane University Baseball at University of Central Florida (5:00 PM) Festival International de Louisiane at Jean Lafitte National Park (6:00 PM) From my notebook: Netflix's show, 'Queer Eye' has announced that it will be filming season 7 of the show in New Orleans! You can nominate your friend or family member on the website if you'd like to see them on Season 7. (FOX 8 Local First)its Fireman's Fair from April 28-May 1 to raise money for the volunteer staff of over 500 people. (WGNO New Orleans)The New Orleans Public Library Board has named its new Executive Director and City Librarian, Emily Painton. More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: New Orleans Comic Con (April 30) Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Add your event Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow for your next update. — Shannon Denney Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming New Orleans Daily? Contact me at [email protected]