What's open and closed on Memorial Day?
In what had long been celebrated every May 30 to honor America’s fallen soldiers, Memorial Day officially became a federal holiday in 1971, observed on the last Monday in May.
Trump administration halts Harvard's ability to enroll international students
A federal judge issued a temporary halt to the Trump administration's move to ban Harvard University from enrolling international students.
Miles, Morale and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Emmy award winning Producer and Director Tim Gray about his new documentary, "Miles, Morale and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II"
"Duster" stars Josh Holloway and Rachel Hilson
Adam Wurtzel interviewed the stars of the new MAX series "Duster," Josh Holloway and Rachel Hilson.
CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings releases full separation agreement with City of Charlotte
CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings has released his full separation agreement with the City of Charlotte, worth over $300K. It includes a $45,000 bonus for staying on as Chief until January, an extra 40 days of vacation time, severance of $175,000 and more.
CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings to retire from force after 33 years
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings will retire at the end of the year. CMPD made the announcement on Twitter Sunday evening during the Memorial Day weekend.
'Lilo & Stich' team with Tom Cruise and 'Mission Impossible' for a monster Memorial Day weekend
Disney's live action version of “Lilo & Stich” earned a staggering $145.5 million in North American theaters, the second biggest domestic opening of the year.
Coca-Cola 600 to have sold out crowd for 4th straight year
The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway has officially sold out for the fourth consecutive year.
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.
Scientists witness ‘cosmic joust’ for first time
For the first time ever, astronomers may have spotted a deep space battle between two galaxies, calling it a "cosmic joust."
1 dead in New York sewage-boat explosion on Hudson River
Authorities say one man has died and another was injured after an explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage that was docked on the Hudson River in New York.
What we know about the San Diego plane crash and the 6 on board who died
A private plane approaching an airport crashed in a San Diego neighborhood, killing the six people on board, including groundbreaking alternative music executive Dave Shapiro.
Doubling down: Kyle Larson preps to run Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 after last year's washout
Kyle Larson preps to run Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 after last year's washout.
2-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch to return to Richard Childress Racing for 2026 season
Richard Childress Racing has picked up the option on Kyle Busch’s contract, meaning the two-time Cup Series champion will be back with the team for the 2026 season.
Labubu pulled from stores in U.K.
A toy with a cult is causing people to go crazy.
Children and swimming safety
As families head to the pool or the beach for the long Memorial Day weekend, experts are urging water safety.
Trump is returning to West Point to speak at the US Military Academy's graduation
President Donald Trump is delivering his first military commencement address since returning to office.
Apple has had few incentives in the past to start making iPhones in US
President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to slap a 25% tariff on the popular device unless the tech giant starts building the product in its home country — a move that still seems unlikely to happen any time soon, if ever.
Justice Department reaches deal to allow Boeing to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes
The Justice Department has reached a deal with Boeing that will allow the company to avoid criminal prosecution for allegedly misleading U.S. regulators about the 737 Max jetliner before two of the planes crashed and killed 346 people.
Publix recalls baby food pouches after testing finds elevated levels of lead
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
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