Eleven people were injured, including two children, in an apparent boat explosion at a yacht club in Fort Lauderdale on Memorial Day, according to Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue.

In Jacksonville, several groups came together to honor those who have served on this Memorial Day. The Memorial Park Association and the city hosted their annual concert and picnic, attracting hundreds to the park.

Every Memorial Day, Green Cove Springs transforms into a lively festival ground for the annual Riverfest.

Nassau County veterans led a Memorial Day gathering in Fernandina Beach on Monday morning to pay tribute to the community’s fallen heroes.

As Memorial Day approaches every year, I find myself reflecting deeply on the life of my cousin, Captain Robert L. Lucero. His unwavering bravery and commitment to our country serve as an inspiration to me and to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Thousands of boaters and beachgoers in Northeast Florida went out on the water to take advantage of the long holiday weekend.

President Trump will take part in a Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday.

The city's yearly Memorial Day tradition is a heartfelt tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Summer is a time when teens are out of school and ready to hit the open road. However, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, AAA noticed that there is an increase in fatal crashes involving teenagers.

Data shows drowning is still the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 nationwide.

Hundreds of flags have been placed all around Memorial Park in Riverside.

“Lilo & Stitch” is teaming with Tom Cruise for what may be a record-breaking Memorial Day box office weekend.

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.

Memorial Day Weekend kicked off on Friday. Travelers noticed more cars on the road and more people in line at airport security. People also navigated the changes at Jacksonville International Airport one week after a fire damaged a portion of the hourly garage.

Memorial Day weekend will mark a year since a man visiting Ginnie Springs Park died from his injuries in one of two shootings that occurred at the park.

We often show respect by displaying flags on Memorial Day, but many don’t know the special flag traditions and etiquette for the day.

AAA says the best time to drive Friday is before 11 a.m. On Sunday, it is better to drive before 1 p.m. and before 2 p.m. on Monday.

As Memorial Day approaches, the travel experience at Jacksonville International Airport was relatively unaffected Thursday by the fire that broke out in the hourly garage nearly one week ago.

Jacksonville is getting a brief, comfortable break in humidity before heat and sticky air return for Memorial Day weekend. See what to expect from the Weather Authority’s latest forecast.

Jacksonville National Cemetery is hosting a Memorial Day observance on Saturday, May 24 at 9:30 a.m.

With Memorial Day weekend quickly approaching AAA is gearing up to help more than 378,000 stranded drivers nationwide, but it’ also taking steps to prevent driving tragedies.

An unusual May nor’easter is soaking New England and threatening to bring snow to higher elevations as the states prepared for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

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Are you heading to the pool this Memorial Day weekend? If you’re bringing children along, you want to create a plan to keep them safe around the water.

Memorial Day is a popular time to buy a car.

Before you dish up your favorite cookout staples this Memorial Day weekend, there are some things to keep in mind to avoid foodborne illnesses.

HBK is back discussing WWE’s Memorial Day Weekend takeover in Tampa and some thoughts on the industry

The high heat continues into the week leading up to Memorial Day weekend. After Sunday’s 95-degree heat (one shy of the record), expect more of the same today.

Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay of Indianapolis has been dutifully guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery for the last two years.

Freeways and airports across the U.S. are filling up as more people make their Memorial Day weekend getaways.

With the busy Memorial Day weekend approaching, much of the on-site parking is expected to remain unavailable. Travelers are being asked to explore alternative parking options.

Colton Herta rebounded from a crash early in Indianapolis 500 qualifying on Saturday to safely make the field with a backup car quickly built up by Andretti Autosport.

If today is anything like Friday, we’ll have another high temperature record broken across our region. After 30 years, Friday’s high of 96 was passed by one degree - 97. Today, we could see the same number, from the same year, fall as well.

Consumer Reports rounded up the best bargains on some of their top-rated products, so you can make your money go further this month.

Palestinian hospital workers say overnight Israeli strikes on homes in Gaza have killed at least 12 people.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that this year’s Gulf Red Snapper season will be extended to 126 days, starting on Memorial Day weekend.

We’ve all heard that flying is the safest way to travel, but you’re not alone if you still get anxious before stepping on a plane.

After a second person died following a pair of shootings at Ginnie Springs over Memorial Day weekend, the company that owns the private park in Gilchrist County released a six-point plan to enhance safety and security at the popular park.

Circle your calendar because June is a great month to save money on top-rated products, hand-picked by Consumer Reports experts! Here are a few favorites in this month’s Best Time to Buy.

A Jacksonville group chose to celebrate its freedom at a rally on the Main Street Bridge despite a Florida initiative to light bridges in patriotic colors until Labor Day.

New Jersey’s attorney general is blaming a Jersey Shore town for not having enough police officers patrolling its boardwalk over the Memorial Day weekend, when the force was overwhelmed and the city temporarily closed the walkway.

One of three people injured in the second shooting at Ginnie Springs over Memorial Day weekend has died, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced on Friday.

Residents across Texas are recovering again from storms that ripped off roofs in Dallas and flooded roads in Houston.

A 12-year-old was among 15 arrests made by the Jacksonville Beach Police Department over a busy Memorial Day Weekend.

Memorial Day has come and gone, and this week marks the start of the “100 deadliest days for teen drivers.” AAA reports an average of seven people will die, every day, in crashes involving teen drivers between now and Labor Day.

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Members of a church put flags on the graves of service members buried in one of Jacksonville’s oldest African American cemeteries for the first time.

Thousands of locals and tourists went to Jacksonville Beach to celebrate Memorial Day, and police were out in full force to ensure beachgoers stayed safe.

City pools in Jacksonville are now open to the public.

It was a somber day at Jacksonville’s National Cemetery as hundreds of people laid wreaths and said prayers for the brave service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

President Joe Biden is making a Memorial Day pledge that his country will continue the work of the nation’s fallen toward a more perfect union, “for which they lived, and for which they died.”.

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President Joe Biden on Monday is expected to mark Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery.

Veterans, service members, government leaders, loved ones and other citizens will gather in memory of Jacksonville’s fallen heroes at the City’s annual Memorial Day observance.

Study one, two, or up to 14 different languages (though only one at a time!) using a lifetime subscription to Babbel on sale for $139.97 for Memorial Day.

Many pools will be reopening this Memorial Day. And if you’re planning to take your little ones swimming, there are some safety tips parents should keep in mind.

Shares have advanced in Europe and Asia ahead of Monday's Memorial Day holiday in the United States.

With millions of people on the road for Memorial Day weekend, all types of things can happen on the road. News4JAX rode with the Florida Highway Patrol to learn how to stay safe and call for help if needed.

The Memorial Day box office is cruising for a two-decade low.

The Jacksonville National Cemetery held its traditional “Memorial Day Observance “ ceremony Saturday morning to remember those who died while fighting for our country.

A record was broken ahead of the Memorial Day weekend for the number of airline travelers screened at U.S. airports.

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.

Plenty of sun and heat today! Plan accordingly.

The Coast Guard and other first responders will be out patrolling the water this Memorial Day weekend and are asking the public to follow the law and be safe while boating.

Memorial Day is May 27 and News4JAX wants to help pay tribute to those heroes who died while serving our country.

The Jacksonville Jazz Festival kicks off Memorial Day weekend at Met Park and Daily's Place.  Tomas Jonsson won the 2023 Jazz Piano Competition.  After touring with his Tomas Jazz Trio, he returns to Jacksonville for a special performance."It is an honor to return to Jacksonville after a year with my Jazz Trio. I look forward to performing in an intimate setting like Breezy Jazz House. It will be much different from the pressure of competing in the Florida Theater or in front of thousands of jazz fans on stage at the festival. Breezy Jazz House is the premier jazz venue in Jacksonville, bringing nationally acclaimed jazz musicians and groups to perform in an elegant supper club atmosphere."    www.breezyjazzhouse.com

From one side of U.S. 90 near Lowder Street to the other, it's impossible to miss the touching display of crosses and flags lining that stretch of road in honor of local military heroes for Memorial Day.

Memorial Day is around the corner, and the experts at Consumer Reports have gear, gadgets, and tips to prepare you for barbecue season’s opening day!

The Transportation Security Administration predicted that Friday will be the busiest day for air travel over the Memorial Day weekend, with nearly 3 million people expected to pass through airport checkpoints. It could rival the record of 2.9 million, set on the Sunday after Thanksgiving last year.

Volunteers are needed Thursday to help place thousands of flags on graves at Jacksonville National Cemetery.

If you’re planning to travel for Memorial Day weekend, now is a good time to get your trip underway, especially if you’re driving.

Travelers are contenting with big crowds and flight delays on what is expected to be the busiest day of the Memorial Day weekend.

A record 2.3 million Florida residents are expected to join you on the highways this Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA. The last thing you need is for something to go wrong with your car. What you need to do before you pack up the family and hit the road.

An adviser and two ambassadors who served in the Trump administration have met with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from the country.

Earlier this year, the U.S. Navy completed its first operational deployment of ghost fleets in the Pacific, according to Warrior Maven.

Israel's Independence Day is normally a raucous affair, celebrated with day parties and barbecues in parks, but this year, celebrations — from Monday evening through Tuesday — were muted.

Memorial Day is always a somber occasion in Israel.

May is full of opportunities to save big on Consumer Reports’ top-rated products

The Treasury Department is spelling out the rules for tax credits designed to stimulate production of sustainable aviation fuel.

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week rose to its highest level since October 2021, but the labor market remains one of the healthiest parts of the U.S. economy.

With graduation season underway and Father’s Day almost here, Consumer Reports says June is a great month to save big on the items that’ll help you celebrate the ones you love.

Two systems helped move dry air back into the area, pushing back the likely start of our more active weather pattern.

French President Emmanuel Macron has awarded U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley France’s highest medal of honor for his role in coordinating support for Ukraine and for his more than 40-year military career spent in defense of democracy.

America’s top military officer says training for Ukrainian forces on advanced U.S. Abrams tanks has started, but those weapons crucial over the long term in trying to expel Russia from occupied territory will not be ready in time for Kyiv’s imminent counteroffensive.

It’s hard to believe it but Memorial Day weekend has come and gone –and the unofficial start of summer is here.

Florida gas prices increased slightly last week as an estimated 2.1 million Floridians were forecast to take a road trip for Memorial Day weekend.

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and a dangerous time of year for young drivers. Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens ages 16-19, according to AAA.

Conditions were beautiful on Monday, but lifeguards warned they were still dangerous.

News4JAX insiders share photos on SnapJAX to pay tribute this memorial day holiday

Carnival Cruise Lines says that one of its ships that navigated rough seas off the South Carolina coast has resumed sailing on its next cruise.

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The Jacksonville Beach Police are investigating a Memorial Day shooting.

Happy Memorial Day!

Many businesses, government offices and schools will be closed Monday because of Memorial Day.

The community honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice, giving their lives in service to our country.

At 11 a.m., President Biden and the First Lady will participate in a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.

Summer is the deadliest time on the roads for teens

Miami Marlins outfielder Avisaíl García will be joining the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp for rehab assignment. García's first series with the Jumbo Shrimp is Monday at the Durham Bulls.

Gold Star Family discusses held from Tuesday's Children.

The City of Jacksonville Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) announced that 20 community pools across the city will open Saturday, May 27 — just in time for Memorial Day festivities.