New Orleans receives additional federal help

'I was very impressed' says consultant hired to assist NOPD in Super Bowl, Mardi Gras security
The consultant hired to help the New Orleans Police Department with its security plans for the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras spoke today. Bill Bratton said since he has arrived in town, he has witnessed a lot of extraordinary planning.
NOPD officials talk Super Bowl, Mardi Gras safety
Officials with the New Orleans Police Department, along with Mayor LaToya Cantrell and New York Police Department Commissioner Bill Bratton will speak regarding safety at the upcoming Super Bowl, and Mardi Gras.
New Orleans receives additional federal help ahead of Super Bowl, Mardi Gras 2025
The first phase to strengthen the security plan for Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras is already in effect. Both are considered “SEAR 1” events by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. “SEAR” stands for “Special Event Assessment Rating,
New Orleans to enhance Mardi Gras safety with SEAR-1 federal support
After the deadly attack on Bourbon Street on New Year’s Day left 14 people dead, officials are making sure Mardi Gras 2025 will have the highest level of security ever. Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced that Mardi Gras has been upgraded to a SEAR-1 security event,
New Orleans bolstering Mardi Gras security with federal support in wake of attack
New Orleans officials are promising unprecedented security for Mardi Gras 2025 following the recent Bourbon Street terrorist attack. Mayor LaToya Cantrell and NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick announced during the Kings Day Celebration at Mardi Gras World that the city has been granted a SEAR 1 rating,
Keeping Mardi Gras safe: What's in place to stop another attack in New Orleans?
Five days after a deadly terror attack shook New Orleans, one big question still looms: Will the city be safe for Mardi Gras?

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Why do some Mardi Gras king cakes have beans instead of babies? Here's the history.
Ayu Bakehouse in the Marigny sells their king cake with a golden bean instead of a baby. The bakery, which opened in 2022, ...
Turn your Christmas tree into a Mardi Gras tree. Here's what to know
According to Campbell, the Mardi Gras tree concept got started when someone removed all of their Christmas tree ornaments but kept the artificial tree up. The reason is a mystery. After returning home ...
The History, Story and Meaning Behind Mardi Gras Masks
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." Here's what to know about its popular symbol: the ...
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Ready for a Dong Phuong king cake? Here's where to get Mardi Gras delicacy in New Orleans.
These days, the bakery makes over 60,000 king cakes each year and ships nationwide to meet its customer demand. Already, ...
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All that shimmers, sparkles and shines: Mardi Gras fashions hit the shelves in Lafayette
For the man looking to stand out in his Mardi Gras finery, Mary Ellen's has a number of vest and jacket options that garner a ...
T-Pain, Joe Jonas, Kool & The Gang to headline Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras celebration
Running Feb. 1 through March 30, Universal Orlando Resorts's Mardi Gras brings the New Orleans celebration to their Universal ...
Universal: T-Pain, Joe Jonas kick off Mardi Gras concerts
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnival will be held at Universal Studios theme park from Feb. 1 through ...
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Mardi Gras is coming; send us your ball stories and photos
The Advocate will publish Mardi Gras ball stories from Carnival krewes in and around the Baton Rouge area. Stories and photos ...
Cold weather has revelers hoping for a warmer Mardi Gras
The cold weather is impacting a couple of Port City events. The lighting of the Mardi Gras tree has been postponed -- and ...