 | BY BOB WARREN | Staff writer |
Mardi Gras madness: Thousands of people hit the streets across the region Tuesdy, celebrating Mardi Gras under sunny skies and warm temperatures. We’ve got a great recap for you . . . - Across the region, big crowds jammed the parade routes, the Marigny and the French Quarter, Jeff Adelson and Gabby Killett report.
- The Zulu coconut was a coveted throw.
- Videos! We got 'em!
Million-dollar bond: A judge in New Orleans has set a $1 million bond for a man accused of shooting into a crowd along a crowded parade route Sunday night, killing one person and injuring four others. John Simerman has the details.
Ash Wednesday: It’s Ash Wednesday, which means a visit to church for a lot of folks. It also means seafood dinners across south Louisiana. Dining guru Ian McNulty has 40 Lenten dishes you ought to try. For even more food and drink coverage, please sign up for our Where NOLA Eats newsletter.
Thanks for waking up with us this morning. Have a great day. Bob | 
