New Orleans receives additional federal help

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.
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’ Homeland Security director expects more federal resources for Carnival season
In the wake of the French Quarter terrorist attack, President Joe Biden acted swiftly to honor Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s request for the highest threat rating for the city’s Carnival season. Cantrell’s Homeland Security chief Collin Arnold says the city welcomes the SEAR 1 designation.
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?
A Jonas brother, 'Jersey Shore’ alum, Grammy winners headline Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
The concerts are just part of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras festivities. Here’s what guests should know about Universal ...
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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 ...
Baldwin 2025 Mardi Gras parade canceled, police chief says
Baldwin Police Chief Anthony Gibson said the decision to cancel the parade was his. He cited construction coming to the ...
SWLA bakery prepares for king cake demands ahead of Mardi Gras
We are 55 days away from Fat Tuesday. Although that may seem a bit far out, the preparations are beginning in Southwest ...
With winter weather looming, Mobile postpones Mardi gras tree lighting
With the port city already experiencing freezing temperatures and a round of heavy rain on the way, the city has postponed the ceremonial lighting of its Mardi Gras tree and canceled the monthly ...
Fifth annual Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival returns as ‘biggest-ever’
Carnival season has begun in New Orleans and city officials recently announced the line-up for the upcoming Mardi Gras ...
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Mobile Mask owner, editor and publisher Steve Joynt talks 2025 Mardi Gras season
Mobile Mask owner, editor and publisher Steve Joynt, who is also known as Mr. Mask, joined News 5’s Cherish Lombard Tuesday ...
Will bird flu outbreak affect a beloved Mardi Gras tradition?
It wouldn't be Mardi Gras for many without a good, old-fashioned chicken run. But, could the outbreak of bird flu cause the tradition to go by the wayside?