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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed

The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.

Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week

Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.

What's open, closed in Seattle on Presidents Day 2026

Presidents Day is on Monday, and the federal holiday brings with it both closures and special deals, like a free entrance day for national parks.

Was Saint Valentine real? The murky history of Valentine's Day

From drunken debauchery to a feast for a saint, there are multiple theories about the history of Valentine’s Day.

Survey: Gen Z uninterested in Valentine's Day
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Cupid may have a problem this year, as nearly half of Gen Z says Valentine's Day is outdated, according to a new survey.