The St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office engaged a homeschool co-op in Des Allemands, teaching kids about safety and law enforcement, including seatbelt use and stranger dangers. The event featured K-9 demonstrations and encouraged community outreach.

New Orleans prepares for Mardi Gras with 25 law enforcement agencies led by Sheriff Susan Hutson and OPSO, focusing on safety with a $3.6 million budget and over 400 officers ready to secure festivities.

The Krewe of Atlas parade has been rescheduled to Thursday due to weather concerns, following the Krewe of Symphony at 6:30 p.m. on February 27, 2025.

Jefferson Parish suspends recycling services after February 22, 2025, as it awaits a new contract. Final drop-offs are at Marrero locations, accepting selected items under strict guidelines for contamination prevention.

The NOFD emphasizes safety for upcoming Mardi Gras, highlighting tips on parking, costume materials, open flames, ladder use, and emergency vehicle access.

New Orleans holds a memory collection event for Lincoln Beach's history at St. Augustine High School Cafeteria, fostering a legacy through shared stories and oral histories.

New Orleans is implementing strict enforcement of parade rules for Mardi Gras 2025, reminding revelers to keep pathways clear and adhere to the ordinance on item placement.

Sodexo CDC opens in New Orleans, offering a marketplace with affordable, nutritious food, supporting the Fresh Food Initiative to combat food scarcity and enhance SNAP and WIC programs.

Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the New Orleans Neighborhood Engagement Office have launched the "Love Your City Cleanup" to beautify the city with volunteer help.

The Krewe of Driftwood parade, a Mardi Gras celebration in Kenner's Driftwood neighborhood, features creative, community-made floats and fosters local spirit.

CATS offers free rides to warming centers for the vulnerable during cold weather, as announced by the Mayor's Office.

St. Charles Parish opens a warming shelter at the Edward A. Dufresne Community Center in Luling during a cold snap, offering refuge and basic amenities, including pet accommodations.

New Orleans activates Freeze Plan in response to forecasted cold weather, advising residents to protect themselves and property, and coordinating city services and infrastructure to ensure safety.