What is the essence of Spanish Town? Is it the cute houses? The Spanish Town Parade? Maybe flamingos?

A long Carnival season in 2025, with Mardi Gras falling on March 4, means that locals and visitors alike will have nearly two ...

While details still need to be ironed out, new measures might include: Barricades on all parade routes. Limited large coolers, large grills and tents on the route. More federal officers, K-9s and ...

Local artist Candice Alexander is creating beauty from ashes. “Nothing is beyond hope,” she said. “Finding the beauty in the ...

Louisiana might be the only state in the country to get excited when Christmas is over. But who wouldn’t be when Mardi Gras ...

CIGAR BOX GUITAR FESTIVAL: The New Orleans Jazz Museum presents the festival on Jan. 16-18 at 400 Esplanade Ave. in New ...

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." Here's what to know about its popular symbol: the ...

Over two centuries ago, hundreds of enslaved individuals fled from a plantation in LaPlace, and embarked on a march along the Mississippi River toward New Orleans which led to an uprising. This ...

New Orleans enhances Carnival security with SEAR-1 designation, federal resources, and potential parade route changes after Bourbon Street tragedy.

State Attorney General Liz Murrill said measures would be in place throughout the period leading up to the festival’s ...

Americans usher in the new year with lifestyle resolutions galore, but many people across the globe — particularly those from ...

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has ordered an investigation into security deficiencies and safety measures in place ...