The New Orleans Police Department is gearing up to make sure roads are safe during Mardi Gras parades.

Officials said the operation has led to 175 arrests so far.

U.S. Attorney David Courcelle’s office says that the announcement will include results from Operation NOLA Safe.

A new New Orleans poll shows optimism on crime and other issues. Columnist and pollster Ron Faucheux delves into the numbers.

NEW ORLEANS — As Mardi Gras the Carnival season continues, City of New Orleans leaders say a combination of increased security, street closures, and expanded city services will help keep celebrations ...

SHAY O’CONNOR WDSU NEWS. AND AS WE GET CLOSER TO THE SOLEMN ANNIVERSARY OF THE TERROR ATTACK, PEOPLE ARE FILLING HOTELS FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE AND THE SUGAR BOWL. WE CAUGHT UP WITH MANY TODAY TO ASK THEM ...

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