Mardi Gras, Louisiana and New Orleans

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.
Louisiana promises more security for Mardi Gras after terrorist attack left 14 dead
State Attorney General Liz Murrill said measures would be in place throughout the period leading up to the festival’s conclusion on March 4
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.
Here are the new rules, changes and schedule for 2025 Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans
Carnival is here! From ladders to grills to beads and Nyx's departure, here's a list of everything that's changing this season.
Leadership in New Orleans aims to strengthen security before Mardi Gras and Super Bowl
New Orleans city councilman Oliver Thomas and 'Fox News Live' host Arthel Neville discuss the security concerns that New Orleans faces after the recent terror attack on New Year’s Eve and more on ‘Fox News Live.
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?
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,

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What is king cake and why is it eaten for Epiphany and Mardi Gras?
For those who celebrate the Epiphany — the celebration of the Twelfth Night after Christmas — on Jan. 6, you may look forward ...
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 ...
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Mobile’s Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree rescheduled due to weather
Those looking forward to kicking off the Carnival Season will have to wait a little bit longer for the festivities to begin ...
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Pensacola Beach Mardi Gras’ Kids and Kritters Parade scheduled (Details)
A Mardi Gras parade for children and pets is coming to Northwest Florida next month. The parade is the Kids and Kritters ...
Pensacola Mardi Gras kick-off brings festive spirit to downtown with floats and music
As the new year begins it’s also the start of the carvinal season in downtown pensacola.The area has been buzzing with people ...
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?