New Orleans officials provide update on increased security for Mardi Gras
This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 rating for Mardi Gras.
Officials announce new Carnival security measures, relocation of Bourbon Street Memorial
National Guard deployments, use of SWAT teams, and a new traffic mitigation system for parade routes outlined.
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New Orleans schools urge Mardi Gras safety for marching bands
Following the deadly January 1st attack on Bourbon Street, NOLA Public Schools is now prioritizing safety for high school ...
New Orleans French Quarter will have security zones for Mardi Gras
This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 rating for Mardi Gras.
New Orleans terror attack memorial on Bourbon Street will be removed, preserved in museum
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell said the removal of the memorial was done in coordination with victims of the New Year's ...
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These security rules are in effect at New Orleans' Gallier Hall this Mardi Gras
Parade-goers at Gallier Hall this year must bring clear bags and pass through metal detectors, under new Mardi Gras security ...
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Murder fell in New Orleans in January—even with deadly terror attack, NOPD says
Even counting the mass casualty terrorist attack that kicked off 2025, murder in New Orleans is down 16% compared to the same ...