Thoth Parade Captain Penny Larson, contacted Monday, said he hadn't seen the post but would investigate. The krewe has policies that prohibit riders from throwing any items that are sexual, politically oriented or offensive, he said. But with 2,400 members, it's nearly impossible to prevent on the front end.

Cheap plastic beads often end up in landfills and can clog up the city’s 100-year-old drainage system. That’s led to more calls to ditch them altogether.

The Krewe of Argus will not roll on Mardi Gras Day as planned, with officials citing weather concerns as the reason for the cancellation. Argus was scheduled to parade at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Metairie,

From high-energy parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. The holiday which is less than a week away, is just ahead of the start of the Lenten season.

Is today Fat Tuesday? What is the meaning and why do we celebrate? Here's what we know from king cakes to Holy Week schedule.

Mardi Gras or 'Fat Tuesday' is here, while Ash Wednesday will kick off the start of Lent and 'fish' Fridays. Here are the dates to know