For many, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, but the day's purpose is far more significant: honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.

On Friday and through the Memorial Day weekend, you may see people handing out and wearing red flowers. Here's why.

A federal staffing shortage appears to be at the center of a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announcement that it is closing lakeside parks and beaches.

As for the top burial site respondents want to visit for Memorial Day, Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia took the crown, according to Choice Mutual. The location features the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and graves of presidents and astronauts. The thousands of flags planted amongst the graves makes for a moving site to see.

During the Wayfair Memorial Day sale, patio furniture is up to 82 percent off. Shop the best deals on bistro sets, outdoor dining sets, lounge chairs, and daybeds.

Hey there New Jersey! Here’s your audio update highlighting Memorial Day Weekend gas prices and a New Jersey Congresswoman’s federal charges. We’ll also tell you about the appeal of a man’s life sentence for murder and more. Listen by clicking the play button above.

It's Memorial Day weekend. When is Memorial Day? What is open or closed? Are banks closed? Is the stock market open? The post office? What we know.