State ramps up French Quarter security

How New Orleans' French Quarter businesses are preparing for the expected Super Bowl swarm
The Cat's Meow has ordered 25 to 30% more alcohol for Super Bowl weekend. See how preparations are coming along.
Super Bowl LIX: New Orleans Police Ramp Up French Quarter Presence
Over 2,000 federal, state and local law enforcement officers are on the ground in New Orleans to ensure massive crowds for Sunday's Super Bowl are safe.
New Orleans bans coolers in French Quarter Super Bowl security zone—but not guns
Despite heightened security measures in the French Quarter for Super Bowl week, Louisiana officials say legally carried firearms will still be allowed in the designated safety zone, despite ongoing concerns from city leaders.
New Orleans police adds security measures to French Quarter during Super Bowl weekend
If visitors want to explore the French Quarter during Super Bowl weekend, they'll have to do it on foot with numerous street closures and armed guards at every intersection.
New Orleans bans coolers — but not guns — in French Quarter security zone during Super Bowl week
Patrons of the popular New Orleans entertainment district will be subject to search and seizures but legally owned firearms are permitted.
From the French Quarter to the Superdome, a look at Super Bowl security after terror attack
About 2,000 law enforcement officers will monitor New Orleans this week with the Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs set for Sunday. The surge in security comes just one month after the New Year's terror attack on Bourbon Street.
Take it from locals: Super experience in New Orleans entails more than just the French Quarter
New Orleans chef Susan Spicer has been a regular contributor to the Taste of the NFL charity event at Super Bowl host cities around the country and is doing so in her hometown again this year.
Military and police presence ramps up in French Quarter; Super Bowl security out in full force
From helicopters churning in the skies to Louisiana National Guard members toting M4 rifles, the full force of the massive law enforcement presence in downtown New Orleans came into focus Wednesday as Super Bowl crowds began building.
Super Bowl: What we saw walking through the French Quarter’s ‘enhanced security zone’
People will see an increased police presence in the busiest section of the French Quarter through at least the day after the Super Bowl. Super Bowl fans have arrived in New Orleans ahead of the big game on Sunday.
I went through French Quarter security ahead of the Super Bowl. Here's what it was like.
The music was pumping, the daiquiri machines were swirling and a few Chiefs and Eagles fans were hanging out on Bourbon, beads around their necks. But the reassuring sense of normalcy was interrupted by metal barriers,
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Keegan-Michael Key stops at iconic French Quarter restaurant, honors Gleason with Drew Brees
Hours after attending Steve Gleason's Game Changer Gala, Keegan-Michael Key snapped a picture with New Orleans icon Mr. Greg ...
New Orleans prepares for its biggest weekend of the year
New Orleans is preparing for an estimated 125,000 visitors and a presidential visit during Super Bowl 59 weekend.
As the Super Bowl nears, New Orleans grapples with how safe is safe enough
A terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day that killed 14 people rattled the city. Some worry it remains vulnerable.
VIDEO REPORT: Saints showcase New Orleans at famed French Quarter venue
The New Orleans Saints opened Maison Des Saints at Latrobe's on Royal during Super Bowl LIX. The Saints have taken over the ...
After Attack, New Orleans Is Rattled but Ready for the ‘Biggest Show on Earth’
Officials scrutinized security plans for Super Bowl LIX after a deadly New Year’s Day terrorist attack on Bourbon Street ...
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"We Have Powdered Sugar In Our Warehouse On Standby": This Is How New Orleans' Cafe Du Monde Is Preparing To Serve 100,000+ Hungry Football Fans
They'll need to whip up many thousands of plush beignets to keep up with all those hungry, hungry football fans... View ...
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Spotted in the French Quarter: Jason Kelce arrives in New Orleans with posse of lookalikes
Former NFL player and ESPN analyst Jason Kelce introduces the final segment during the taping of "They Call It Late Night ...
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French Quarter Festival Announces Highlights and Entertainment Lineup
French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) has unveiled the highlights for the 2025 French Quarter Festival, the largest free ...