Houston restaurants offer a variety of budget-friendly Mardi Gras specials, from three-course Creole meals to free crawfish and king cake, as well as family-friendly festivities.

The Empire State Building was lit in blue to celebrate the upcoming premiere of "American Idol" season 23, with Carrie Underwood joining as a new judge.

David Johansen of New York Dolls and Buster Poindexter fame has died at 75 after battling cancer and a brain tumor, leaving behind a significant musical legacy.

Autorama returned to Downtown Detroit, showcasing classic and futuristic vehicles, and featured guest celebrities and a charitable component, continuing its 72-year tradition.

Howell Crosby, Chaffe McCall partner, becomes Rex (King) and Tatum Reiss is the Queen for New Orleans' Mardi Gras 2025, with celebrations themed 'La Belle Epoque'.

Hawaiian residents can expect a dry weekend with showers on leeward areas, with trade winds returning next week possibly bringing wetter conditions. Muggy air to decrease with the trade winds, while vog also expected to ease.

The 26th Carnaval on the Mile features arts, music, and family activities in Coral Gables, organized by the Kiwanis Club and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.

Lizzo is introducing rock elements to her sound, released a new single, and announced intimate gigs at iconic venues. Her new music video pays tribute to Michael Jackson.

The National Weather Service in New Orleans forecasts a sunny week ahead with high temperatures around 75 degrees, although a change to partly cloudy with chances of rain and thunderstorms is expected by Tuesday. Winds may gust up to 35 mph.

The Fairway Elementary School's fields host the annual Spring Egg Hunt with 14,000 eggs for children to find, including a special golden egg with a prize.

Abbotts Creek offers X-Treme Hip Hop Step classes for a fun, high-intensity workout every Sunday for $10 per session.

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, 39, was found dead in her NYC apartment; no foul play is suspected and cause of death is undetermined due to no full autopsy, possibly related to recent liver transplant.

WWE Smackdown comes to Knoxville on May 30, featuring stars like Cody Rhodes and Tiffany Stratton. Tickets go on sale March 7. Fans must adhere to the clear bag policy.