The popularity of Mardi Gras does not seem to have been diminished by the terrorist attack, according to New Orleans hospitality officials. "We're expecting very strong hotel occupancy," said ...

Severe thunderstorms and strong winds have altered some Mardi Gras plans in New Orleans on Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service in New Orleans, there is an enhanced risk of severe ...

Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans could be canceled as severe storms rumble through the South, bringing strong winds and the threat of tornadoes Tuesday. Parades have already been scheduled ...

Editor's note: Many parades in New Orleans ... U.S., and has retained strong French and Cajun culture and traditions, including Mardi Gras. There will be parades around New Orleans on Tuesday ...

The New Orleans area is also bracing for strong storms, though Fat Tuesday’s traditionally raucous annual rite of parades of floats and costumed merrymakers remain scheduled to hit the streets ...