What's Open And Closed On Memorial Day
Businesses increasingly have chosen to stay open on the holiday, leading to what is now one of the biggest retail sales and travel weekends of the year. Here's what is open this year on Memorial Day:
Uvalde Families Sue Meta And 'Call Of Duty' Maker On 2nd Anniversary Of School Attack
Families in Uvalde took more legal action Friday, suing Meta Platforms and the maker of the video game “Call of Duty” over claims the companies bear responsibility for products used by the teenage gunman.
Involuntary Manslaughter Allegation Against Alec Baldwin Advances Toward Trial With New Court Ruling
A New Mexico judge has rejected a request by Alec Baldwin to dismiss the sole criminal charge against him in a fatal shooting on the set of the movie “Rust,” keeping the case on track for a trial this summer.
California Man Arrested For Threatening Synagogues, Law Enforcement In North Carolina
A California man is facing charges for making threats, antisemitic comments and knowingly making a false bomb threat against a sheriff's office in North Carolina.
Boeing's 1st Astronaut Flight Now Set For June After A Review Of Small Leak On New Capsule
Boeing is now aiming for its first astronaut launch at the beginning of June, after spending the past few weeks struggling with more problems on the space capsule.
Family Of Marines Killed In Osprey Crash Sue Boeing
The families of four United States Marines killed in an Osprey crash are suing the manufacturers of the aircraft, including Boeing and Rolls Royce.
NCAA Votes To Accept $2.8 Billion Settlement That Could Usher In Dramatic Change For College Sports
The NCAA and Southeastern Conference leadership have approved a $2.8 billion settlement of antitrust claims, moving college athletics closer to some of the most sweeping changes in its history.
Remaining Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed After Deadly Astroworld Concert Has Been Settled, Lawyer Says
The one remaining wrongful death lawsuit filed after 10 people were killed during a deadly crowd crush at the 2021 Astroworld music festival has been settled,.
Justice Department Says Illegal Monopoly By Ticketmaster And Live Nation Drives Up Prices For Fans
The Justice Department has filed a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment, accusing them of running an illegal monopoly over live events in America and driving up prices for fans.
Daily Marijuana Use Outpaces Daily Drinking In The US, A New Study Says
For the first time, the number of Americans who use marijuana just about every day has surpassed the number who drink that often.
Charlie Colin, Founding Member Of The Pop-Rock Band Train, Dies At 58
Charlie Colin, bassist and founding member of the American pop-rock band Train, best known for their early-aughts hits like “Drops of Jupiter" and “Meet Virginia,” has died. He was 58.
Charlotte Ranked The 5th Best City In America To Live In
The Queen City is yet again on the list of best cities in America, ranking in at number 5 this year according to the official US News & World Report’s 2024-25 Best Places to Live rankings.
PHOTOS: At The Pet Gala, Fashion Goes To The Dogs
They may call it a catwalk, but the Pet Gala is the dogs' time to shine.
American Airline Is gearing Up For Holiday Weekend Travel At Charlotte Douglas International Airport
American Airlines is prepared for record-breaking Memorial Day weekend travel which will unofficially kick off the airline's summer travel season.
Race Fans Set Up Camp Ahead of Coca-Cola 600
Just across from the Charlotte Motor Speedway, you can feel the excitement building as masses begin a week long camp out all for the Coca-Cola 600.
6 People Killed, 10 Others Injured In Idaho When Pickup Crashes Into Passenger Van
Six people were killed Saturday in Idaho in a two-car accident that included a large passenger van, authorities said. Ten others were injured and taken to local hospitals.
John Krasinski’s ‘IF’ Hits A Box Office Nerve With $35 Million Debut
John Krasinski’s imaginary friends movie “IF” claimed the top spot at the box office this weekend according to studio estimates Sunday. Its $35 million North American debut was also a bit lower than some projections.
Diddy Admits Beating Ex-Girlfriend Cassie, Says He's Sorry, Calls His Actions 'Inexcusable'
Sean “Diddy” Combs admitted that he beat his ex-girlfriend Cassie in a hotel hallway in 2016 after CNN released video of the attack, saying in a video apology he was “truly sorry” and his actions were “inexcusable.”
Helicopter Carrying Iran's President Suffers A 'Hard Landing,' State TV Says, And Rescue Is Underway
A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi suffered a “hard landing” on Sunday, Iranian state media reported, without elaborating.
Body Camera Video Shows Aftermath Of Deadly Bus Crash
Newly-released body camera video shows deputies and firefighters arriving on the scene of a bus crash that left eight farm workers dead and dozens more injured in Marion County earlier this week.
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