Mardi Gras, which began as a religious holiday, has become a weeks-long celebration, one that gives millions the chance to let loose before Lent.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a final celebration on March 4 with a Fat ...

Three Mardi Gras parades, Krewe Bohéme, Krewe du Vieux, bring romance, naughtiness, and miniature charm to New Orleans Feb.

Devin Melanson, of Bridge City. is a dedicated costume designer, who crafts intricate outfits for Mardi Gras royalty, transforming fabric into elaborate works of art. Melanson's creative process is ...

When they were children, Matthew Dupre and Christine Hurlbut participated in the Krewe of Driftwood parade in Kenner, in ...

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Otega Oweh scored 15 of his 17 points in the second half and No. 14 Kentucky snapped a two-game skid ...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Before his Super Bowl party Friday night, Shaquille O’Neal paid tribute to New Orleans, honoring the ...

Girl Scout cookie season. Girl Scouts nationwide are gearing up to sell boxes upon boxes of Thin Mints, Trefoils, Lemonades, ...

An Amber Alert has been issued for a pregnant Wisconsin teen, who police believe is with the 40-year-old man who impregnated ...

It's a name synonymous with local Bay Area news--Dennis Richmond. As the community grapples with the passing of a legendary ...

For anyone who has ever wondered how the giant floats featured in Mardi Gras parades are created, Mardi Gras World in New ...

You don't have to visit the Big Easy to go big for Mardi Gras. From Alabama to Washington, D.C., check out these 14 places to ...