Mardi Gras, New Orleans and Department of Homeland Security

New federal security help for Mardi Gras in New Orleans raises concerns over local control
Mardi Gras has been deemed the highest threat level under the Department of Homeland Security's Special Event Assessment Rating system for the first time, in response to the Jan. 1 vehicle attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14.
When is Mardi Gras? New Orleans celebrations still scheduled after deadly truck attack
Parades are set to commence Monday less than a week after a deadly truck attack killed 14 people and injured dozens in what FBI officials have called an "act of terror."
Louisiana AG orders investigation after New Year’s Day massacre as New Orleans gets heightened security status for Mardi Gras
As New Orleans kicks off its extravagant Carnival season this week, Louisiana is launching a new investigation into the New Year’s Day massacre that killed 14 people while the city will get more federal resources to help prevent another horrific attack.
As Mardi Gras Season Begins, New Orleans Seeks to Ensure Greater Security in the Aftermath of Tragedy
Following a New Year’s Day attack that killed 14, the Louisiana city known for its colorful Carnival festivities and parades is grappling with how to celebrate—and do so safely—in the wake of tragedy.
New Orleans to enhance Mardi Gras safety with SEAR-1 federal support
Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced that Mardi Gras has been upgraded to a SEAR-1 security event, a top rating given to events of national or international importance. This change means federal agencies will now provide more help and resources to keep the city safe during the celebrations.
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?
New Orleans Faces Super Bowl, Mardi Gras Safety Concerns After Attack
New Orleans faces safety concerns for two major upcoming events, Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras, after an attack on New Year's revelers early Wednesday. Newsweek reached out to the New Orleans Police Department via email for comment on Wednesday night.
Pensacola stepping up security of Mardi Gras in wake of New Orleans truck attack
Pensacola changed its security posture almost immediately for Saturday's Mardi Gras Kick-Off Celebration. It's only the beginning of what's to come.
What is a streetcar-riding New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe to do when there’s no streetcar?
Ironically, the Societé des Champs Elysée, a streetcar-riding Mardi Gras krewe, hasn’t been able to ride the Rampart Street streetcar on Kings Night for five years
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 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,
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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, ...
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 ...
Guy Fieri Dishes All the Details on His Free Super Bowl Tailgate in New Orleans with Diplo and Flavor Flav
"It'll be five hours of fun, I promise you that," Guy Fieri tells PEOPLE of the third annual Guy’s Flavortown Tailgate at ...
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 ...
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See the Super Bowl LIX logo designed by a local artist: 'Love letter to New Orleans'
Super Bowl LIX made an excellent choice when selecting Black masking Indian 'Queen’ Tahj to compose the logo for the big game ...
Where Y’at this Weekend: Fan Expo, The George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center, Fair Grounds, Mardi Gras World
A convention for comic book fans and movie lovers, exotic animal racing featuring camels, zebras, and ostriches, and a gala ...
New Orleans Defiantly Opens Carnival Season, Days After Terror Attack
The Joan of Arc Parade, an annual event since 2008, honors the French heroine's birthday and marks the beginning of the ...