Memorial Day

A national movement focused on movement brings home the spirit of Memorial Day. Fans of the military-based workout called “rucking” are honoring fallen service members with The Murph Challenge, named for fallen Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy.

Across the Bay Area and the nation, Americans on Memorial Day are remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Ginger Conejero Saab reports.

Both Memorial Day and Veterans Day have significant meaning to many veterans, members of the U.S. armed services and their families.

While everyone has the freedom to celebrate as they choose, Americans should also remember that this holiday is really a somber occasion to pause and reflect as a nation.

When Marshal Boutchyard entered the Army National Guard four years ago, he knew he had relatives who served and died in World War II. Only now is a fuller picture emerging.

Military family members share why the somber holiday is one of the most painful days of the year and should not be marked by celebratory wishes.

Uncle Sam is reminding us to have a safe Memorial Day, not one that sends family and friends to the hospital with food poisoning. We have some safe grilling tips from a USDA specialist.

Dozens of stunning destinations will welcome active and reserve military members and veterans with complimentary entry on May 27.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the Memorial Day deals that are available, we have you covered with discounts on food and drinks, gas and even an American flag giveaway.

If you’re heading out for a long road trip in your this Memorial Day weekend, an expert offers up some maintenance tips to keep in mind before you pull out of the driveway.

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Heading into Memorial Day weekend, the summer travel season is taking off, and it’s expected to be the busiest in nearly 20 years, according to AAA travel.

Heading into Memorial Day weekend, the summer travel season is taking off, and it’s expected to be the busiest in nearly 20 years, according to AAA travel. Ginger Conejero Saab and Mike Inouye report.

Here’s a list of Memorial Day ceremonies and events in the Bay Area.

Memorial Day, a federal holiday that honors and remembers those who died while serving in the United States Military, will soon have many celebrating a long three-day weekend. But if you have the day off Monday, what’s open and closed?

A ceremony in Danville honored fallen servicemen on Memorial Day.

A Memorial Day vigil in the East Bay remembered veterans who lost their lives in the most recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. It also served as a reminder of what veterans and surviving dependents will face if the U.S. defaults on its debt in the next week.

A Memorial Day vigil in the East Bay remembered veterans who lost their lives in the most recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. It also served as a reminder of what veterans and surviving dependents will face if the U.S. defaults on its debt in the next week. Thom Jensen reports.

More than 500 people gathered at San Jose’s Oak Hill Cemetery for a solemn tribute to fallen soldiers on Memorial Day.

More than 500 people gathered at San Jose’s Oak Hill Cemetery for a solemn tribute to fallen soldiers on Memorial Day. Marianne Favro reports.