Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, is less than a month away. Here's what to know about the end of the vibrant ...

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.

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Mardi Gras, which literally means "Fat Tuesday" in French, is a celebration that marks the close of the pre-Lenten season, according to ...

Arrest made after man stabbed to death Tuesday in French Quarter, NOPD says Metropolitan Crime Commission president Rafael Goyeneche said maintaining safety in the NOPD’s Eighth District is ...

Just can’t get enough Mardi Gras? There are plenty of parades in the Capital Region—and even more around the state that are ...

Outdoor celebrations typically last until midnight on Mardi Gras day, or Fat Tuesday, until partygoers are "asked to clear off the street," according to the French Quarter official website.