Louisiana First Sports Reporter Brian Holland caught up with the creator of the 13-foot float, Mardi Gras Mike.

Amtrak leaders say the goal of this new addition is to bring the spirit of Mardi Gras to every trip. The train company hasn't given an exact start date on when travelers can hop on board, but the ...

While one of the most famous Mardi Gras celebrations is in New Orleans, the holiday is celebrated across the globe, from North America, to South America, Europe and Asia.

Thousands of revelers in outlandish costumes filled the streets of New Orleans as the city celebrated Mardi Gras Day despite the threat of storms.

Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day.

Celebrating local pride and Mardi Gras spirit, the Imperial Mardi Gras Parade in Opelousas brought the community together for a colorful, unforgettable celebration.

There have been many changes to the parades on Mardi Gras Day due to high winds. Below you can find the full schedule of parades that you can track with the WDSU Parade tracker.

And while there have always been barricades in New Orleans during Mardi Gras, there were far more than usual this year.

Here's what you need to know about the New Orleans parade schedule and routes on Fat Tuesday this year.

Why is Mardi Gras celebrated? The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday. It’s a time for celebration and is seen as a final ...

Do you know the origins of Mardi Gras? Here's an explanation, plus why we celebrate in the United States.

Some Mardi Gras events and parades are changing due to predicted weather. If you would like to add your event changes to the list, email news@katctv.com.