1.   There are floats, and folks throw candy out to the kids.

2.   Throwing the candy had become a tradition in Montreal after Henry Rodriguez hit home runs.

3.   A large crowd gathered Tuesday for a parade in Austin, where Gov. Rick Perry rode in the front car and threw candy to people on the sidewalk.

4.   A teen-ager who was throwing candy at passing cars was beaten unconscious by three men, police said.

5.   Chancellor included his on-court custom of throwing candy to the crowd, hurling treats off his fire truck to the screaming throng.

6.   Relatives, some waiting for hours, started ululating and throwing candy at guards as they saw the men approach.

7.   Some of the dozens of well-wishers are seen throwing candy, another traditional gesture.