Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security

The American Banjo Museum: Who says you need to be in New Orleans for Mardi Gras?
On Thursday, the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch visited the American Banjo Museum to learn more about an upcoming Mardi Gras event.
Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security after New Orleans attack
Mobile is a time for revelry, tradition, and celebration—but this year, it will also be marked by heightened security. In a move aimed at protecting crowds, the city is installing new safety barriers along the parade route,
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 terror attack suspect searched balcony access, vehicle ramming, Mardi Gras before attack
AT FIVE, WE ARE GETTING NEW DETAILS ABOUT THE SUSPECT IN THE BOURBON STREET TERROR ATTACK AND THOSE STILL GRIEVING AND RECOVERING AFTER THE TRAGEDY, THE FBI NOW SAYS 57 PEOPLE WERE HURT WHEN A TOTAL OF 136 PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED.
Lafayette police preparing increased Mardi Gras protection in wake of New Orleans attack
Lafayette police are planning for additional safety measures to keep Mardi Gras parade goers safe during the 2025 Carnival season.
New Orleans Moves Forward With Hosting Super Bowl LIX And Mardi Gras With SEAR-1 Security
The SEAR-1 rating is granted based on national security importance. While New Orleans typically receives a SEAR-2 designation due to the large crowds during Mardi Gras, the recent New Year’s attack that killed 14 innocent people will increase the federal assistance provided to the city.
Mobile buys 18 portable barriers for Mardi Gras celebrations
The City of Mobile invested in 18 portable bollards ahead of the 2025 Mardi Gras season. FULL STORY: Nadya Suleman, who is known to the world as Octomom after giving birth to octuplets, shared a rare glimpse into her life as a mom of 14.
No route changes for Mardi Gras, New Orleans officials confirm
City of New Orleans officials say Mardi Gras parades this year will remain on their usual routes, despite earlier talk of moving them all to the Uptown route.
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Ready for the weekend? Here are New Orleans events for Jan. 17-19
Take a look at what's in store throughout the greater south Louisiana area, from music and food to races for a good causes ...
With Spotlight on New Orleans, Louisiana Moves Homeless Out of Sight
With the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras coming, Gov. Jeff Landry is using the emergency order from the New Year’s attack on ...
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When is Mardi Gras? New Orleans celebrations still scheduled after deadly truck attack
The first Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. took place in 1699, but celebrations were temporarily banned when Spain took control of New Orleans. Mardi Gras is celebrated annually, with ...
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Purple Drank and daiquiri costumes show off the beadwork of a New Orleans Mardi Gras club
The dame costume, meant to be comfortable and flattering for women of all sizes and shapes, consists of black bloomers, a ...
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New Orleans strengthens counterterrorism efforts for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl LIX
Security enhancements are going full steam ahead while officials investigate what led to the New Year's Day attack in New ...
New Orleans’ King Cake Drive-Thru comes back to Houston this year for sold-out Mardi Gras desserts
King Cake Drive-Thru founders Mike Graves and Tiffany Langlinais bring New Orleans' best king cakes to Houston for a two-day ...
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New season of 'Squid Game' features a Mardi Gras parade. Does Korea celebrate Carnival?
If you're a New Orleanian and a fan of "Squid Game," the South Korean dystopian Netflix original that has shattered ...
2025 Washington Mardi Gras theme to honor military, first responders
Chairman Congressman Troy Carter and King Rico Alvendia announced on Thursday that the theme for this year’s festivities will be “Duty, Honor, Louisiana.” Krewe leaders said this year’s theme will pay ...