She describes herself as a "stereotypical 90s goth girl" who fell in love with the architecture and history of New Orleans. Here's how her partner surprised her with the engagement of a lifetime, plus a wedding reception overlooking the Krewe of Boo!

Members of New Orleans' Black Masking Indians are preparing for to reveal their colorful and elaborate suits on Fat Tuesday.

Four of New Orleans' most acclaimed chefs will share some of their favorite Mardi Gras dishes and serve up a three-course meal after Friday morning's "Today" show broadcast.

Each year, more than a million visitors travel to New Orleans to partake in the city’s world-famous Carnival celebrations.

For months, Scrim ran wild around the city, eluding capture and developing a giant fan base. His saga has inspired tattoos, murals and Mardi Gras floats.

The rooftop snipers, bomb-sniffing dogs and armored vehicles seen during the Super Bowl will be back in the French Quarter on Fat Tuesday.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Sunny skies and perfect temperatures will be the weather story through Mardi Gras weekend. Expect chilly mornings/late nights and comfortable afternoons as highs get to the 70s each afternoon. By Sunday, a slightly cooler breeze works in so we may stay in the 60s for the second half of the weekend.

Here are a few things that make Mobile's Mardi Gras stand out from other Carnival celebrations--from a New Orleanian-turned-Mobilian.