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Fat Tuesday in New Orleans: Floats, Masks, Trinkets & More
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Thousands of people bundled up against the cold winds as they lined up along the main streets of New Orleans on Tuesday to see the culmination of the city's famous Mardi Gras celebration.
As Winter Storm Jonas approaches the East Coast, there have already been some delays and cancellations at South Florida airports.
A Coast Guard aircrew rescued two people after their boat capsized and sank 256 miles west of Key West late on Wednesday.
Rapper Kevin Gates is facing a battery charge in Florida after authorities say he kicked a woman during a performance.
One of the best parts about going on vacation is being able to sample new cuisine options and trying food that you may not have back home. This is one of the reasons why many food lovers make plans to visit the New Orleans area.
Guide to five of the most important cities to visit in the South for music lovers
There are so many things to see and do in the New Orleans area, but only a handful are sights you do not want to miss seeing.
Comedian and actress Maya Rudolph was the commencement speaker for Tulane University's 2015 class. The ceremony took place inside the Superdome in New Orleans on Saturday morning.
Most every popular destination in America shares something in common — a waterfront setting.
The Florida Senate passed a bill which would allow gun owners without a concealed weapon permit to take their guns during emergency evacuations.
Dozens of senior medical students gathered Friday for a crucial "first step" to practicing medicine.
Springtime is one of the best times of the year to visit a romantic destination in America.
Make plans to enjoy a vacation at some of the most gay-friendly destinations in America. All of these cities offer plenty of things to do, places to eat and opportunities to show your pride.
Florida has parted ways with defensive tackle Gerald Willis.
Key West, a town known for its history, bars, restaurants and overall easy feel has been named among the top 10 destinations Yahoo! users sought travel information for in 2014.
Philanthropist Bill Gates made a pledge to end malaria within his lifetime and planned to give more money toward that goal.
Rookie receiver Jarvis Landry says the NFL's not much different from the SEC, and his rapid progress with the Miami Dolphins suggests he might be right.
A fifth Eastern Conference championship banner already sways from the rafters of the arena that the Miami Heat call home, the list of Southeast Division titles has been updated and Gabrielle Union watched from courtside for the first time as Mrs. Dwyane Wade.
The Miami Heat announced on Friday afternoon they signed 29-year-old forward Chris Johnson.
The Minnesota Vikings have seen the details. They have seen photos of the injuries that Adrian Peterson's 4-year-old son suffered at the hands of the star running back. They have a history of punishing players who have run into trouble with the law.
"NCIS: New Orleans" is a drama about the local field office that investigates criminal cases affecting military personnel in New Orleans.
Miami Marlins reliever Carter Capps has gotten some good news about his strained right elbow.
New York City has many of the country's best restaurants but other foodie towns give the city some competition. For instance, Chicago's Alinea and the Napa Valley's Restaurant at Meadowood also deserve merit.
Minneapolis has been awarded the 2018 Super Bowl by NFL owners.
The construction on the flyover ramp will be done in phases this time around
Airlines are suspending or canceling flights into Houston as Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas.
South Florida is under a heat advisory through 6 p.m.
On Monday, the state average was $3.50 a gallon
FC Cincinnati cooled off Inter Miami with a 6-1 romp in a battle between the league's top two teams to this point.
The construction on the flyover ramp will be done in phases this time around
Airlines are suspending or canceling flights into Houston as Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas.
South Florida is under a heat advisory through 6 p.m.
On Monday, the state average was $3.50 a gallon
FC Cincinnati cooled off Inter Miami with a 6-1 romp in a battle between the league's top two teams to this point.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a call with ranking committee members on Sunday.
President Biden has been adamant that he will stay in the race, but Sen. Lindsey Graham said he believes "before this is all said and done, that President Biden most likely will be replaced."
Sen. Bernie Sanders said the focus should be on policy amid questions over President Biden's age that have roiled the political sphere since a disastrous debate.
The historian describes what the experience of two past incumbent presidents, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson, may teach us about Biden's campaign for reelection.
President Biden spoke at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ in northwest Philadelphia before traveling to Harrisburg Sunday afternoon.
Jim DeFede interviews Democrat Joe Saunders, who now finds himself with a last-minute challenger, his aunt Maureen Saunders Scott, who is demanding to be on the ballot as Moe Saunders.
Jim DeFede discusses the cuts with former Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber and Michel Hausmann, the artistic director of Miami New Drama.
Jim DeFede devotes the entire half-hour to social media influencer Alex Otaola, who wants to be the next mayor of Miami-Dade County.
Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.
Jim DeFede talks to Jason Pizzo, who represents the district where the greatest flood impacts were felt this week: coastal Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
The CDC says several states are seeing "consistent increases in COVID-19 activity" this summer.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Trader Joe's says a seasonal scented favorite should be discarded or returned due to an "unexpected burn pattern."
The FDA found even some products that claimed to be "sterile" were contaminated.
Mark your calendars for Amazon's biggest sales event of the year, Amazon Prime Day 2024, coming this July.
These best cooling floor fans from Dyson, Honeywell, Black+Decker and more will cool you all summer long.
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
Amazon Prime Day 2024 could mean Kindle deals aplenty. Read on for what you should know ahead of the sale.
Save big on refrigerators, ovens, washers, dryers and more during Samsung's 4th of July appliance sale.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
Alec Baldwin is charged with felony involuntary manslaughter in the Oct. 21, 2021, shooting death of Haylna Hutchins.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
Judy Belushi Pisano, actress and producer who worked in "The Blues Brothers" and "National Lampoon's Animal House" and was also the widow of comedian John Belushi, has died.
The mill's huge sails, an emblem of the surrounding Montmartre neighborhood, inexplicably collapsed after an April show at the venue.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.