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Some Locals are over Mardi Gras

Jake, Hufnagel March 7, 2025

Many people love Mardi Gras, but others are just tired of it. Reporter James Hufnagel talked with some Mardi Gras haters.

Glitter, Glam, and Muses Shoes Galore

Mabel, Regalado-Hernandez March 7, 2025

Reporter Mabel Regalado-Hernandez spoke with New Orleans native Alexis Knecht about her life-long collection of Muses shoes.

Locals come together to secure spots for parades

Morgan, Taylor March 7, 2025

A prime spot for the parades is important to all, but some take it to the next level. The Krewe of Chad is a group of locals that camp out since the early morning to secure a spot for their families. Reporter...

People share their go-to spots for king cake during Mardi Gras.

Jada, Mills March 7, 2025

Reporter Jada Mills talked with people on the parade route about their favorite type of King Cake and where to buy it.

Sustainability during Mardi Gras

Stone, Manning March 7, 2025

During carnival season, krewes on parades give out beads and other unsustainable throws. Reporter Stone Manning talked with locals and experts about the move towards sustainability.

All-female Carnival krewes

Maria, DiFelice March 7, 2025

Mardi Gras isn't just about glitter and throws; all-female Krewes bring something deeper. Reporter Maria DiFelice spoke with some women in Krewes to see how they empower others during the parade season...

Chewbacchus parade rescheduled because of Super Bowl

Kloe, Witt March 7, 2025

Reporter Kloe Witt talked with people on the route to get their perspective about the Chewbacchus reschedule. This parade usually rolls four Saturdays before Mardi Gras but this year it walked a week earlier...

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