Mardi Gras, New Orleans and Department of Homeland Security

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."
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.
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.
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.
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,
WWL Radio New Orleans on MSN17h
Mardi Gras Guide founder predicts safest Carnival ever
I predict this will be the safest one ever,” Mardi Gras Guide founder Arthur Hardy told WWL’s Tommy Tucker. “There will be so ...
The Times (Shreveport) on MSN12d
The start of Mardi Gras and the Carnival Season will be here soon. Here are the key dates
Shortly after New Year's, the Mardi Gras holiday will ensue in Louisiana. Find out important dates and when the Carnival ...
The Advocate16h
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 ...
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 ...
NOLA.com17h
King cake of the day: This New Orleans bakery offers a classic, nostalgic Mardi Gras treat
A revolution has sparked in New Orleans' king cake scene over the years. Bakeries throughout the city have taken the ...
The Advocate1d
Carnival season officially begins. Here are the krewes with upcoming balls in Lafayette
The Krewe of Triton was founded and held its first annual Tableau and Ball in 1980. The initial philosophy of the Krewe was to create a “working man’s krewe” that welcomed all men who wanted to enjoy ...
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Several Acadiana communities raise Mardi Gras flags to start Carnival Season
Carnival Season officially got underway on Monday, January 6, with the raising of Mardi Gras flags across Acadiana. One of ...
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 ...
Reuters on MSN1d
After New Year's Day attack, New Orleans begins carnival season
New Orleans began its carnival season with the Joan of Arc Parade on Monday (January 6), just days after a U.S. Army veteran ...