Flag Day has its roots in this Midwestern town

This Midwestern town lays claim to be the birthplace of Flag Day and all because of one tenacious teacher’s 1885 class assignment.

Thousands take in Bethpage Air Show as it soars over Jones Beach

Thousands of people hit Jones Beach on Saturday to take in the first day of the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, now in its 20th year.

What's open and closed on Memorial Day

Memorial Day has become one of the biggest retail sales and travel weekends of the year. Here's a look at what's open and closed this year.

Live NYC Memorial Day weekend traffic maps

The exodus from New York City for Memorial Day weekend is underway. Check here for real-time traffic maps to track accidents, road closures, traffic speeds and more.

Memorial Day 2024: What's open, closed

One major retailer will be closed on Memorial Day. Here’s a look at what else is closed and what’s open for Memorial Day 2024.

NYC beaches set to open for Memorial Day weekend

Beginning May 25, all city-run beaches across the five boroughs will be open and free to the public, through September 8.

Memorial day flights, hotels: What will it cost you?

Airfare prices will spike more than $40 per week leading up to Memorial Day weekend. Millions of people are expected to fly, based on data from travel app Hopper. 

Hallmark launching first-ever immersive Christmas experience: Here's where

Hallmark's inaugural, immersive Christmas Experience, will include a Christmas market, food and drink, ice skating, tree lightings, a gift-wrapping station and more.

Mother's Day 2024: Deals, freebies in NYC

Many places in New York City are enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies that are too good to pass up. Check it out:

Mother’s Day 2024: Best deals and freebies to treat mom

Many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies to make your celebration both delicious and economical.

Cinco de Mayo: State-by-state guide to margarita costs

Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.

Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected

According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year. 

Passover NYC: Closures, parking, traffic alerts, kosher markets

Passover is a major Jewish holiday celebrated over the course of a week. In NYC, various closures and parking alerts are in effect during Passover.