Powerful storms bearing a threat of tornadoes are expected to punch through Louisiana and other parts of the South on Tuesday ...

Jefferson Parish canceled its parades, and officials in New Orleans were warily watching the Tuesday forecast.

Jefferson Parish officials are canceling Mardi Gras Day parades because they are worried strong winds could flip floats, send ...

Zulu and Rex will both roll early with no marching krewes, bands or truck floats in an effort to beat the high winds expected ...

In 1980, the Krewe of Bacchus delighted crowds with their uniquely detailed parade floats. Inspired by aquatic explorer Jacques Cousteau, "The undersea world of Bac-Chu-Steau" was the krewe's theme.

Thunderstorms late in the day Tuesday could contain some damaging winds and some isolated tornadoes.