State ramps up French Quarter security

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,
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.
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 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 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 tow trucks sweep French Quarter, CBD to clear roads for Super Bowl
Notices went up in areas where residents normally park, alerting them that the street parking would not be allowed this week due to the game. Residents were given a 24 hour notice to move their cars.
Lombardi Trophy paraded down French Quarter in New Orleans ahead of Super Bowl
As we gear up for the Super Bowl, Eagles fans are excited for the Birds to take the field, but the real show-stopper is what they're playing for: the Lombardi Trophy.
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.
Super Bowl LIX festivities ramp up in New Orleans with trophy arrival, security enhancements, and fan celebrations
The Vince Lombardi Trophy is now on display at the Super Bowl Experience in New Orleans as security ramps up ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
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.
Photos: State ramps up French Quarter security ahead of Super Bowl LIX
About 350 soldiers from the Louisiana National Guard and other law enforcement ramp up security in the French Quarter ahead of Super Bowl LIX. The extra security includes bag searches,
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