Carnival season begins in New Orleans
In the wake of the New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street, revelers gather for the Carnival season ahead of Mardi Gras.
New Orleans Defiantly Opens Carnival Season, Days After Terror Attack
The Joan of Arc Parade, an annual event since 2008, honors the French heroine's birthday and marks the beginning of the Carnival season, leading up to Mardi Gras. She is considered the unofficial patron saint, or "Maid of New Orleans."
Carnival season kicks off in New Orleans with Twelfth Night festivities, days after terror attack
The 2025 Carnival season in New Orleans began taking shape against a somber backdrop Monday (Jan. 6), but with Twelfth Night celebrants eager to show the city would not be bowed by the New Year’s Day terror attack on Bourbon Street.
Holmdel, N.J. to honor New Orleans terror attack victim Billy DiMaio
Holmdel, N.J. will pause Friday to remember a resident killed in the New Orleans terror attack. William "Billy" DiMaio, 25, was among those killed on New Year's Day.
How the New Orleans terror attacker avoided Bourbon Street security barriers
Axios Visuals The suspect in the New Year's Day attack that killed 14 people and injured dozens of others was able to drive down three blocks of Bourbon Street before crashing his rented F-150. Why it matters: The suspect's truck cruised around an NOPD SUV and through the locations of at least three sets of vehicle-resistant bollards — but they weren't in use that night,
New Orleans tourism economy hopes for stability after terrorist attack
Husband and wife Cary Rogers and Christy Bagley became official owners of Buffa’s Restaurant and Bar on Jan. 1 – the same day a terrorist drove a speeding pickup truck through three blocks of Bourbon Street,
Our Roads Aren’t Built for EVs. The New Orleans Terror Attack Proves It.
Most of the infrastructure that stops drivers from hitting people, buildings, and each other is designed for smaller, lighter cars.
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Ready for a Dong Phuong king cake? Here's where to get Mardi Gras delicacy in New Orleans.
These days, the bakery makes over 60,000 king cakes each year and ships nationwide to meet its customer demand. Already, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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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 ...
Phunny Phorty Phellows take Twelfth Night streetcar ride in New Orleans
The Phunny Phorty Phellows took their annual Twelfth Night streetcar ride to announce the start of carnival season on Monday, Jan. 6.
New Orleans bolstering Mardi Gras security with federal support in wake of 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, the highest security ...
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New Orleans attack latest: Biden, first lady honor victims during prayer service
President Joe Biden and the first lady traveled to New Orleans Monday to visit the families of the victims in the Bourbon ...
Super Bowl 2025 New Orleans: Ultimate Guide To Hotels, Restaurants And Things To Do
Our comprehensive guide gives you the play-by-play on where to eat, drink and celebrate during Super Bowl LIX.