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Why Cajuns Call Courir de Mardi Gras the Real Mardi Gras
Forget beads and balconies. Cajun Mardi Gras is muddy, loud, and full of tradition. From chicken chases to communal gumbo, Courir de Mardi Gras shows how Acadiana celebrates Fat Tuesday the real way.

Yella Beezy Trial Delayed
The trial was scheduled to begin on Feb. 2.

Juvenile Announces New Orleans Show for 400 Degreez Tour
If “Back That Azz Up” was part of your high school soundtrack, this one’s for you. Juvenile is celebrating 25 years of his iconic hit with a live-band tour, and he’s bringing it home to New Orleans.

Wildest and Funniest Bar Names in America Will Make You Stop Scro
One Louisiana bar name stopped me mid-scroll and sent me down a rabbit hole. From laugh-out-loud names to clever classics, here are the wildest and funniest bar names in the United States right now.


Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026
Some of the chains will close a handful of locations while others are ceasing operations entirely.

Finesse Arrested, Blames Moneybagg
Finesse calls out Moneybagg Yo.

Rooted in India, Raised on Houston Rap: The Making of Hanumankind
Hanumankind connects with XXL to talk dominating India’s rap scene, and his success in the U.S.

Why National Hat Day Still Matters in January
National Hat Day is celebrated every January 15, honoring the history, meaning, and everyday use of hats. From ball caps to cowboy hats, this fun holiday gives everyone a reason to wear their favorite headwear.


