New Orleans Public Radio

This Thursday through Saturday, @lsulibraries will host the annual book bazaar — but this year, they’re celebrating 50 years. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn more about the history and significance of the event. wwno.org

The Birmingham Squadron, the minor league team of the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans, is relocating to Kenner, Louisiana. Today on @LAConsidered, the Gulf States Newsroom’s Joseph King attends their last game in Birmingham to see how fans are feeling about the news.

Today on @LAConsidered, we hear how East Baton Rouge @MayorSid Edwards is tackling the issue of blight. Plus, comedian Ryan Rogers discusses his new special, discovering his comedic voice in addiction recovery and this year’s LGBTLOL. wwno.org/show/louisiana…

From the Gulf States Newsroom | Entergy wants to fast-track $21B Meta deal as PSC commissioner, advocates sound alarm MORE HERE: wwno.org/local-regional…

New Orleans comedian Ryan Rogers is having a busy year. He’s touring, releasing his special “Girl Bye,” and gearing up for the annual queer comedy festival, LGBTLOL. He joins us to discuss his comedic journey, today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org

East Baton Rouge @MayorSidEdwards has made tackling blight in the parish one of his top priorities since taking office. Today on @LAConsidered, we hear the steps he’s taking to tackle this issue. wwno.org

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered: – @ltgrusselhonore discusses ongoing Middle East war – New Orleans officials to address lead contamination at playgrounds – What to expect at this year’s Baton Rouge Blues Festival wwno.org/show/louisiana…

One of the nation’s longest-running free blues festivals returns to downtown Baton Rouge this weekend. Today on @LAConsidered, we discuss the history of swamp blues music, its popularity in the Gulf South and what to expect at the upcoming festival. wwno.org/show/louisiana…

Earlier this year, an investigation by @veritenewnola found pervasive lead contamination in multiple New Orleans playgrounds. Now, city officials are trying to do something about it. Reporter @_thehalparker gives us the latest, today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org

Following failed peace negotiations over the weekend, the war in Iran is showing no signs of coming to an end despite last week’s ceasefire agreement. Today on @LAConsidered, Russel Honore shares his take on the war and the military costs of conflict. wwno.org

Federal judges held stock, bonds and leased mineral rights to Exxon, Chevron and others while hearing cases against the companies alleging damage to the Louisiana coast. MORE from @gdhazelwood, with @FloodlightNews @typeinvestigate & @veritenewsnola wwno.org/local-regional…

The third annual GenFest is coming to New Orleans. On April 11, the City Archives and @NOLALibrary will offer a day of presentations that inform listeners about genealogical research. We get a sneak peak of the event today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org

Five public officials in Evangeline Parish were arrested this week, including the mayor of Ville Platte. They were charged with accessing government computer databases and sharing protected information with a criminal defendant. We hear the details, today on @LAConsidered.

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered: – Republican Senate primary heats up – Changes to the Southeast Flood Protection Authority — East – What researchers are learning from the world’s largest collection of fish specimens at @Tulane wwno.org/show/louisiana…

The world’s largest collection of preserved fish belongs to @Tulane, and they're housed in World War II-era bunkers just outside New Orleans. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn what researchers are learning from their 8 million catalogued fish specimens and counting.

The Southeast Flood Protection Authority — East is tasked with maintaining and operating the levee system that protects New Orleans. Today on @LAConsidered, we hear why the board has been full of upheaval ever since a law allowed @LAGovJeffLandry to pick its president.

It’s Thursday, and that means it’s time to catch up on politics with @stephgracela. Today, we hear updates on the U.S. Senate race where Rep. Julia Letlow and State Treasurer John Fleming are challenging incumbent Republican Bill Cassidy. wwno.org

The Artemis II rocket is making its way back from the far side of the moon, after a mission where astronauts traveled the furthest ever distance from earth. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about parts of the rocket assembled at the Michoud facility in New Orleans.

A recent investigation by @WADrewHawkins found that dozens of elected officials in Louisiana have signed nondisclosure agreements related to data centers. He tells us what he’s learned since his report first came out, today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org

Today on @LAConsidered, we visit @MSJE_NOLA where a new photography exhibit features portraits of Holocaust survivors in Louisiana. And, we chat with singer Erica Falls about a new film that shares the story behind her latest album. wwno.org/show/louisiana…