New Jersey school district removes names of all holidays from school calendar
After an outcry at a raucous public meeting over a previous decision to rename Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples Day, the board of education at a New Jersey school district decided to strip all holiday names off of the school calendar.
After an outcry at a raucous public meeting over a previous decision to rename Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples Day, the board of education at a New Jersey school district decided to strip all holiday names off of the school calendar.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show to return, full-scale
A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.
A full-scale fireworks show by Macy's will return this year to celebrate the nation's independence and the rebirth of New York City.
Tampa's July 4th 'Boom by the Bay' fireworks show will return next month
Tampa’s Independence Day celebration, which was canceled last year due to the pandemic, will be back and “bigger than ever,” the city announced Tuesday.
Tampa’s Independence Day celebration, which was canceled last year due to the pandemic, will be back and “bigger than ever,” the city announced Tuesday.
American Legion official resigns over muting veteran's mic on Memorial Day
An American Legion official from Hudson, Ohio resigned his leadership role Friday amid the backlash for muting a veteran’s microphone during his Memorial Day speech.
An American Legion official from Hudson, Ohio resigned his leadership role Friday amid the backlash for muting a veteran’s microphone during his Memorial Day speech.
Howl-O-Scream coming to SeaWorld Orlando this fall
The event will be held over 27 nights this fall, starting on Sept. 10 and lasting through Oct. 31. Howl-O-Scream was traditionally held at Busch Gardens in Tampa. This year, the event will be held at both parks.
The event will be held over 27 nights this fall, starting on Sept. 10 and lasting through Oct. 31. Howl-O-Scream was traditionally held at Busch Gardens in Tampa. This year, the event will be held at both parks.
Walmart to close all U.S. stores on Thanksgiving as 'thank you' to employees
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Walmart announced it will close all of its US stores on Thanksgiving Day for a second consecutive year as a "thank you" to its employees.
Haunted houses return to Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, haunted houses will be making a terrifying comeback this fall at Busch Gardens' 22nd annual Howl-O-Scream.
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, haunted houses will be making a terrifying comeback this fall at Busch Gardens' 22nd annual Howl-O-Scream.
Bay Pines National Cemetery honors the fallen on Memorial Day
The annual Memorial Day ceremony at Bay Pines National Cemetery was once again held virtually to pay respects to members of the military killed in combat.
The annual Memorial Day ceremony at Bay Pines National Cemetery was once again held virtually to pay respects to members of the military killed in combat.
Honors, tributes to fallen on Memorial Day at World War II Memorial
World War II veterans honored fallen service members at the World War II Memorial Monday.
World War II veterans honored fallen service members at the World War II Memorial Monday.
Memorial Day Weekend: TSA screens most passengers of pandemic-era
On Friday, the TSA screened the most passengers since the beginning of the pandemic - a whopping 1.9 million.
On Friday, the TSA screened the most passengers since the beginning of the pandemic - a whopping 1.9 million.
Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.
AAA says Memorial Day gas prices expected to hit highest in 7 years
Memorial Day weekend gas prices are expected to be the highest since 2014, according to AAA.
Memorial Day weekend gas prices are expected to be the highest since 2014, according to AAA.
AAA predicts more than 37 million Americans to travel Memorial Day, experts lay out worst times
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
Local law enforcement push for boating safety ahead of holiday weekend
With Memorial Day weekend a few days away, Bay Area officials are preparing for thousands of boats to hit the water.
With Memorial Day weekend a few days away, Bay Area officials are preparing for thousands of boats to hit the water.
Independence Day celebrations return to Bay Area
Fireworks will once again light up the night on the Fourth of July. Sarasota, Lakeland, Bradenton, and St. Petersburg all say plans are in the works for an Independence Day to remember.
Fireworks will once again light up the night on the Fourth of July. Sarasota, Lakeland, Bradenton, and St. Petersburg all say plans are in the works for an Independence Day to remember.
Police deliver Mother's Day flowers after arresting delivery driver for DUI
Police officers in California responded to a car crash and arrested the flower delivery driver for DUI. But after taking the driver into custody, the officers decided to finish the remaining floral deliveries for Mother's Day.
Police officers in California responded to a car crash and arrested the flower delivery driver for DUI. But after taking the driver into custody, the officers decided to finish the remaining floral deliveries for Mother's Day.
Mother's Day 2021: Vaccines, pandemic recovery create reunions after a year of social distancing
Moms across the country will open gifts like flowers and cards on Sunday, but the most meaningful thing they open this year just might be their arms for a much-needed hug.
Moms across the country will open gifts like flowers and cards on Sunday, but the most meaningful thing they open this year just might be their arms for a much-needed hug.
Disney World announces new after-hours 'BOO BASH' Halloween event
"Disney After Hours BOO BASH" will take place on select nights, Aug. 10 – Oct. 31 at the Magic Kingdom. T
"Disney After Hours BOO BASH" will take place on select nights, Aug. 10 – Oct. 31 at the Magic Kingdom. T
The history of Mother's Day: A look at the woman behind the celebration
Early motherhood celebrations date back to ancient times, but the modern American holiday gained popularity thanks to the help of Anna Jarvis.
Early motherhood celebrations date back to ancient times, but the modern American holiday gained popularity thanks to the help of Anna Jarvis.
Mother's Day 2021: Ideas for a memorable celebration with mom
Whether you are seeing your mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, Mother's Day 2021 doesn’t need to involve huge crowds.
Whether you are seeing your mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, Mother's Day 2021 doesn’t need to involve huge crowds.