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The city of New Orleans is abuzz with excitement as celebrities and fans arrive for the first Super Bowl hosted by the city since 2002. Michelle Beadle, host of NBC's "The Crossover," chats with TODAY's Jenna Wolfe about what you need to know before the big game. (TODAY)

New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu declared a state of emergency in his city, warning residents to be prepared as the storm hurled toward hurricane status. NBC's Gabe Gutierrez reports. (Nightly News)

Scientists are at odds whether seafood in the Gulf is safe to eat. Environmental lawyer Bob McKee talks about his challenge to the FDA's testing. (msnbc tv)

TODAY's Al Roker soak learns how to make beignets from at the famed French Quarter cafe's vice president Burt Benrud. 

Friends work to rebuild a New Orleans neighborhood, one house at a time. NBC's Jay Gray reports. 

The former first lady tells TODAY's Matt Lauer that she has always felt a close connection to the people of the Gulf region. 

The spirit and culture of New Orleans is still alive and well. Stephen Perry, of the city's convention and visitors bureau, and famed chef John Besh say you should pay the Big Easy a visit. 

A veteran officer admitted to taking part in an elaborate cover-up to hide what happened when police killed two unarmed people on a bridge during the frantic days after Hurricane Katrina. NBC Justice Correspondent Pete Williams reports. (Nightly News)

Michael Lohman pleaded guilty to a charge of conspiracy to obstruct justice over the police shootings that killed two unarmed people on New Orleans' Danzinger Bridge furing Hurricane Katrina. NBC's Brian Williams reports. (Nightly News)