Memorial Day

A veteran lost 18 members of his platoon on the same day in Vietnam. Decades later, he lost his son— an Army ranger killed in Iraq. News4’s Paul Wagner talked to a veteran who says he can still hear the voices and see the faces of his fallen heroes.

Thousands of spectators will celebrate Memorial Day along Constitutional Avenue in D.C. for the National Memorial Day Parade. News4’s Joseph Olmo talks to Tim Holbert, the president of the American Veterans Center, about what you can expect at the parade.

Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell has your morning weather on Memorial Day and a look at the 10-day forecast.

The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Maryland roared to town to visit the African American Civil War Memorial and pay their respects.  News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.

A wall encasing more than 645,000 poppies, honoring service members killed since World War I, is on display this Memorial Day weekend. “Each poppy is one person’s life,” Joel Varga of USAA told News4’s Juliana Valencia.

Harry Miller was another teen who fudged his age to fight. Orphaned at 13, the Army wouldn’t take him until he was at least 17½. So he “became” 17½.

“There was a sense of patriotism that may never exist again,” said veteran Dave Yoho. That’s what drove him to enlist at just 15 years old. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.

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.

The National Park Service and Friends of the National World War II Memorial are celebrating two decades since the memorial was dedicated, paying tribute to more than 400,000 Americans who lost their lives during the war. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.

Thousands of motorcyclists are in D.C. this weekend for the annual Rolling to Remember ride, which honors veterans who gave their lives for the U.S.

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.

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. News4’s Julie Carey shares the story.

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.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the Memorial Day deals that are available, we have you covered with discounts on food and drinks, gas and even an American flag giveaway.

News4’s Tommy McFly breaks down the best things to do for Memorial Day weekend 2024 in the Washington, D.C., area, including concerts, DC Black Pride and the start of pool season.

Ahead of the holiday weekend, law enforcement is taking steps to make travel safe. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports.

It’s expected to be a busy Memorial Day in terms of travel. News4’s Joseph Olmo breaks down the best times to travel by car.

Memorial Day, a federal holiday that honors and remembers those who died while serving in the United States Military, will soon have many celebrating a long three-day weekend. But if you have the day off Monday, what’s open and closed?

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. Memorial Day is an occasion to honor the sacrifices of all those who have died serving in the United States military. Arlington National...