Memorial Day

NBC 7’s meteorologist Greg Bledsoe was at Mission Beach to check how lifeguards and locals are getting ready for the big crowds.

The Animals for Armed Forces Foundation is waiving adoption fees for veterans, military members and their families at Helen Woodward Animal Center.

From the American Revolution to modern battles, take a look back at the full toll of U.S. deaths in war this Memorial Day.

Army Sgt. Andrew Jay, who guards the grave and memorial honoring America’s unidentified and missing service members at Arlington National Cemetery, shares why he has devoted himself to the demanding role.

Ace Hardware wants to honor fallen veterans for Memorial Day. For each free flag given, another will be donated to be placed on veterans’ graves.

The number of people traveling this year for Memorial Day weekend is expected to set new records. Here’s what you need to know to beat the traffic.

More than 45 million Americans are expected to travel domestically for Memorial Day, according to AAA. Here are the best times to beat the holiday traffic.

Memorial Day services were held throughout San Diego County, including one aboard the USS Midway Museum. NBC 7’s Audra Stafford explains why the crowd looked a little different than in years past, and why that’s a good thing for the future. 

The national holiday, which is held the last Monday of May each year, honors the military service members who died in service to their country.

A wreath-laying ceremony will take place today in honor of fallen servicemembers this Memorial Day at USS Midway Museum. NBC 7’s Audra Stafford reports.

Thousands of small American flags wave in the breeze at Miramar National Cemetery this Memorial Day weekend.

The fourth annual Bouquet Ride was held on Saturday to honor the sacrifice a local fallen soldier. Dozens of people made the journey from La Jolla to Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery to lay flowers on the soldier’s grave.

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.

Heading to one of San Diego County’s beaches this Memorial Day weekend? The locals have you covered from when to arrive and where to park to the new regulations being enforced.

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.

Heading to one of San Diego County’s beaches during Memorial Day weekend? NBC 7’s Shandel Menezes has tips on how to stay safe.

If you’re planning to travel this Memorial Day weekend, be prepared for a lot of company.

NBC 7’s Audra Stafford has some important reminders to help make the trip a smooth one.

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.