U.S. soldiers place flags at Arlington Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day weekend

US military service members placed flags at gravestones in Arlington National Ceremony in Virginia, on May 27, to mark Memorial Day, which honors those who died while serving in the armed forces.

People flock to the Jersey Shore for unofficial start of summer

People are flocking to the Jersey Shore for Memorial Day weekend as the Garden State lifted its indoor mask mandate the fully vaccinated Friday.

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.

US flags placed on Arlington National Cemetery headstones in honor of Memorial Day

Thousands of service members will place American flags on over 260,000 headstones at Arlington National Cemetery Thursday as part of their Memorial Day remembrance celebrations.

FOX 29 Weather Authority 7-day forecast 10 p.m.
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Kathy Orr updates the FOX 29 Weather Authority seven-day forecast, providing a look into Wednesday's heat and storms, as well as a look at the Memorial Day weekend forecast.

FOX 29 Weather Authority 7-day forecast 5 p.m.
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Kathy Orr updates the FOX 29 Weather Authority seven-day forecast, including a look at Wednesday's heat and storm chances and a peek at Memorial Day weekend.

FOX 29 Weather Authority 7-day forecast
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Kathy Orr updates the FOX 29 Weather Authority seven-day forecast, including a peek at Memorial Day weekend and the roller coaster ride temperatures take the region on

New Jersey to lift COVID-19 indoor mask mandates in most settings Friday
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Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Chris O'Connell talks with people who are thrilled to see the end of masks in N.J. and ready to return to normal

FOX 29 Weather Authority 7-day forecast
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Kathy Orr updates the FOX 29 Weather Authority seven-day forecast, including the inconsistent changes taking place through Memorial Day weekend.

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.

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.

Mother's Day looks different around the world

Traditionally on Mother's Day in the United States, flowers are being delivered and online orders are being placed as people scramble to get last-minute gifts to show mom how much they love her. 

Spring break travel, Easter gatherings could spark 4th COVID wave, medical experts say

There may be cause for concern about a fourth COVID surge, as pre-pandemic level air travel and Easter holiday gatherings has health officials concerned some will bring home more than baggage on their flights back from spring break hot spots.

Christians celebrate second Easter marred by COVID-19 pandemic

Christianity’s most joyous feast day is being celebrated worldwide with faithful sitting far apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings for the second Easter Sunday.

FOX 29 Weather Authority 7-day forecast
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Kathy Orr updates the FOX 29 Weather Authority seven-day forecast, including the rain overnight, the colder temperatures moving in, the Phillies home opener and Easter Sunday forecasts.