The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Where to celebrate Juneteenth in WA
Juneteenth is just around the corner. Here is where you can celebrate it in Western Washington and learn more about the holiday.
Juneteenth is just around the corner. Here is where you can celebrate it in Western Washington and learn more about the holiday.
What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks shows in Seattle
Here is where you can watch Fourth of July fireworks shows across Western Washington.
Here is where you can watch Fourth of July fireworks shows across Western Washington.
Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
Watch live events from across the country on Memorial Day
Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies and parades honoring fallen U.S. service members will stream live nationwide on LiveNOW from FOX.
Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies and parades honoring fallen U.S. service members will stream live nationwide on LiveNOW from FOX.
What’s open and closed on Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means some business operations are affected. Here's what to expect.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday, which means some business operations are affected. Here's what to expect.
WA volunteers, veterans honor fallen service members in Lynnwood
An annual tradition was underway on Saturday in Lynnwood as community members, veterans, familiar and volunteers gathered to place flags at the burial sites of service members.
An annual tradition was underway on Saturday in Lynnwood as community members, veterans, familiar and volunteers gathered to place flags at the burial sites of service members.
What is 'Murph'? Memorial Day workout honoring fallen Navy SEAL becomes national tribute
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Memorial Day is observed across the United States as a time to honor fallen service members, with many Americans paying tribute by completing the challenging “Murph" workout.
Driving on a WA ferry this Memorial Day weekend? Prepare for long waits
A three-hour wait for drivers to get on board ferries this holiday weekend? WSF officials say it could be possible, and for riders to plan ahead and be prepared as a surge in ridership is expected.
A three-hour wait for drivers to get on board ferries this holiday weekend? WSF officials say it could be possible, and for riders to plan ahead and be prepared as a surge in ridership is expected.
The meaning of Memorial Day - Remembering America’s fallen service members
Memorial Day is one of the most widely observed federal holidays in the United States, but its original purpose was never intended to be celebratory.
Memorial Day is one of the most widely observed federal holidays in the United States, but its original purpose was never intended to be celebratory.
Memorial Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed
Whether you need a last-minute grocery run for your backyard barbecue or are locking down your holiday weekend plans, here is a complete guide to what’s open and closed in your area this Memorial Day.
Whether you need a last-minute grocery run for your backyard barbecue or are locking down your holiday weekend plans, here is a complete guide to what’s open and closed in your area this Memorial Day.
How to get in on Seattle's Mother's Day tradition at Pike Place Market
A Seattle tradition continues at Pike Place Market on Mother's Day with the annual flower festival. Live music, fresh flowers, and community holiday celebrations mark the event's 18th year.
A Seattle tradition continues at Pike Place Market on Mother's Day with the annual flower festival. Live music, fresh flowers, and community holiday celebrations mark the event's 18th year.
‘Still in the trenches’: Cancer moms donate blood to support families
A group of mothers whose children have battled cancer spent part of Mother’s Day weekend donating blood at Bloodworks Northwest, hoping to help families currently facing pediatric cancer treatment.
A group of mothers whose children have battled cancer spent part of Mother’s Day weekend donating blood at Bloodworks Northwest, hoping to help families currently facing pediatric cancer treatment.
What is the 25th Amendment? Trump criticized over Easter Iran message
Several lawmakers are saying President Trump’s Easter message about Iran is cause for his removal, and want the 25th Amendment invoked. Here’s what to know about the procedure.
Several lawmakers are saying President Trump’s Easter message about Iran is cause for his removal, and want the 25th Amendment invoked. Here’s what to know about the procedure.
Your guide to Seattle's top Easter egg hunts
A roundup of our top picks for Easter egg hunts happening around Seattle.
A roundup of our top picks for Easter egg hunts happening around Seattle.
Artemis II: First photos of Earth from Orion spacecraft
What does Earth look like from the vantage point of Artemis II's astronauts? NASA released a handful of images on Friday of Earth, taken from space by Commander Reid Wiseman and others aboard the Orion spacecraft as they continue to make their way towards the moon's orbit.
What does Earth look like from the vantage point of Artemis II's astronauts? NASA released a handful of images on Friday of Earth, taken from space by Commander Reid Wiseman and others aboard the Orion spacecraft as they continue to make their way towards the moon's orbit.
Easter Sunday 2026: What’s open and closed
Easter Sunday is this weekend and many stores across the country will be closed or varying their hours to observe the Christian holiday. Here's a list of what will be open and closed on April 5.
Easter Sunday is this weekend and many stores across the country will be closed or varying their hours to observe the Christian holiday. Here's a list of what will be open and closed on April 5.
Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.