New Orleans Tightens French Quarter Security

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.
What to Know About Security Measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans
Approximately 2,000 law enforcement officers will be present for the Super Bowl, New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick told reporters Wednesday. No vehicle traffic will be allowed on the Bourbon Street, and the city will block intersections leading to the most popular areas, Kirkpatrick said.
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.
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.
Super Bowl LIX security concerns? New Orleans visitors will be with ‘a sea of blue’
Super Bowl LIX security will have 2,000 law enforcement officers on duty, along with 200 state troopers and 350 national guard troops, to patrolling the area.
'No credible threats' on Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans following New Year's terror attack, Kristi Noem says
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said that there have been "no credible threats" for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.
Increased security in New Orleans ahead of Super Bowl | Vargas Reports
After a New Year’s Day terror attack struck New Orleans‘ historic French Quarter, city officials say they are confident in the security plans they have in place for Sunday’s Super Bowl. More than 125,
New Orleans ramps up security as 120,000 visitors descend on city for Super Bowl just weeks after terror attack
After a New Year’s Day terror attack struck New Orleans’ historic French Quarter, city officials say they are confident in the security plans they have in place for Sunday’s Super Bowl.
New Orleans Tightens French Quarter Security Ahead Of Super Bowl
New Orleans authorities are tightening security in the French Quarter ahead of Super Bowl Sunday this weekend. Following the New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street, one resident said the trade off for a good time is the new security measures.
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.
New Orleans Police on the scene of an incident after a officer was hit by a car
Police say the incident happened around 5:12 p.m., when an officer was hit by a suspect fleeing the scene at the intersection ...
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'Please, Philadelphia. I implore you' — city officials beg Eagles fans to keep their feet on the ground on Super Bowl Sunday
A City Hall press conference Thursday outlining preparations for an Eagles win over the Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX comes a week ...
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NOPD officer hit by fleeing suspect vehicle in the Bywater, New Orleans police say
An NOPD officer was struck by a suspect who was fleeing in a vehicle on Thursday afternoon, according to the New Orleans Police Department. Police responded to the call at 5:12 p.m. at the ...
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City Of New Orleans Issues Warning To Philadelphia Eagles Fans Ahead Of Super Bowl After 18-Year-Old Was Left Fighting For His Life In Hospital
the Philadelphia Inquirer contacted the New Orleans Police Department about its stance on pole climbing. The department told the Inquirer that the practice is both illegal and unsafe, as ...
US seizes $39.5 million in fake sports gear before Super Bowl
U.S. authorities have seized $39.5 million worth of counterfeit sports merchandise ahead of Super Bowl LIX, officials said on ...