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French Quarter designated as ‘enhanced security zone’ for Super Bowl
Heightened security restrictions will be in effect for the busiest section of the French Quarter starting next Wednesday through at least the day after Super Bowl LIX is played, Gov. Jeff Landry announced Wednesday.
Steel barriers installed in French Quarter ahead of Super Bowl, Mardi Gras
The added security measures throughout the French Quarter are a stark reminder of the recent violence while preparing the city for Super Bowl week and Mardi Gras. “It’s just o
For Super Bowl in New Orleans, bag searches, no coolers in French Quarter after vehicle attack
Gov. Jeff Landry announced two enhanced security zones will be in effect around Bourbon Street and the Caesars Superdome throughout Super Bowl weekend.
French Quarter poles are ‘quite old,’ New Orleans police say ahead of the Super Bowl. Don’t topple them.
A New Orleans hotel does famously "grease" its poles for Mardi Gras but authorities did not say if they'll follow suit as Eagles fans descend onto the city for Super Bowl LIX.
French Quarter to have enhanced security checkpoints for Super Bowl LIX
The French Quarter will have enhanced security checkpoints for the upcoming Super Bowl LIX. Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry made the announcement Wednesday (Jan. 29) in Baton Rouge, with New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell standing next to him at the headquarters of the Louisiana Department of Homeland Security.
New Orleans Historic French Quarter covered in snow just weeks before the Super Bowl
Residents and tourists alike could be seen enjoying a snow-covered St. Louis Cathedral, a blanket of snow in Jackson Square, and even skiing on Bourbon Street.
New Orleans increasing security ahead of Super Bowl
Police in New Orleans are increasing security measures as the city gears up to host the upcoming Super Bowl nearly a month after a deadly New Year’s Day terror attack. In a release Tuesday, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) said it would be ramping up law enforcement activity in the French Quarter and

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2025 French Quarter Festival Music Lineup Announced
French Quarter Festival announces the confirmed bands and food offerings for the annual event from April 10-13, 2025.
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French Quarter Festival previews music lineup for April 10-13 fest
French Quarter Festival released a partial preview list of who's performing at its April 10-13 fest. The lineup will include ...
NOPD meets with French Quarter businesses to discuss Bourbon Street security
The New Orleans Police Department met with French Quarter businesses on Wednesday to find out what they think about possible ...
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French GDP contracts in the last quarter of 2024, with a grim outlook for 2025
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Roche Bobois Slightly Misses 2024 Revenue Guidance, Says China Boosted Q4
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France's Political Mire Drags Economy Backward — 3rd Update
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More Bourbon Street truck attack victims sue New Orleans
A cohort of 21 survivors and relatives of victims killed in the New Year’s Day truck attack is suing city officials, accusing them of failing to take the appropriate safety precautions before the ...