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.

For Mardi Gras, it's only right to treat your taste buds to the most indulgent foods (the holiday means "Fat Tuesday" in ...

Fat Tuesday this year falls on March 4. Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday," according to Merriam-Webster. Historically, on Mardi Gras, people were meant to use "all the fats in the home ...

In the Presbytère parade, everything – floats, riders, buildings and even spectators – is made of about 35,000 LEGO bricks.

SPRINGFIELD — People seeking a taste of the Mardi Gras spirit can find it at 52 Sumner Ave. on Feb. 22. It is on that night ...

Magpies Bakery, 846 N. Central St. in Knoxville. Magpies sells an 8-inch king cake in three flavors. The cinnamon sugar cake ...

America’s favorite party host has endured acute tragedy amid familiar urban problems, and meets it all with a singular ...

The Escambia and Santa Rosa county school districts will release kids from school for Spring Break between March 17-23. The ...

Durand and Carter will lead the Krewe of ALLA parade on Wednesday, Feb. 26, marking yet another historic milestone. This year, for the first time, they’ll be joined by the royalty of the 6th Ward ...

In the wake of the New Year's Day terror attack on Bourbon Street, plans to crack down on the "Krewe of Chad" have changed.

Angel Reese is much more than a WNBA superstar. The Chicago Sky forward is a multi-hyphenate icon, having garnered acclaim ...