The holiday's origins can be traced to the American Civil War, which killed more than 600,000 service members — both Union and Confederate — between 1861 and 1865.

If you'd like to start the season off in North Jersey, but haven't quite nailed down plans, we've compiled as many events as possible in one place.

Several mid-Michigan communities will be taking part in a variety of Memorial Day activities this weekend, ranging from parades to running events.

Memorial Day parades and events are happening in, among other towns, Bradley Beach, Freehold, Jackson, Lakewood, Point ...

Memorial Day is more than backyard barbeques and pool parties. Get the heart of the holiday and unpack why we celebrate it in ...

Enjoy a concert at the U.S. Capitol, place flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider or see a moving tribute with 600,000 poppies on the National Mall to mark Memorial Day in the nation’s capital.

CHOEUNG EK, Cambodia (AP) — About 2,000 people attended Cambodia's annual Day of Remembrance Tuesday to mark half a century ...

Many memorial services, ceremonies, concerts and other events are happening over the long Memorial Day weekend. Here's what ...