Memorial Day

Memorial Day services were held throughout San Diego County, including one aboard the USS Midway Museum. NBC 7’s Audra Stafford explains why the crowd looked a little different than in years past, and why that’s a good thing for the future. 

The national holiday, which is held the last Monday of May each year, honors the military service members who died in service to their country.

A wreath-laying ceremony will take place today in honor of fallen servicemembers this Memorial Day at USS Midway Museum. NBC 7’s Audra Stafford reports.

Thousands of small American flags wave in the breeze at Miramar National Cemetery this Memorial Day weekend.

The fourth annual Bouquet Ride was held on Saturday to honor the sacrifice a local fallen soldier. Dozens of people made the journey from La Jolla to Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery to lay flowers on the soldier’s grave.

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.

Heading to one of San Diego County’s beaches this Memorial Day weekend? The locals have you covered from when to arrive and where to park to the new regulations being enforced.

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.

Heading to one of San Diego County’s beaches during Memorial Day weekend? NBC 7’s Shandel Menezes has tips on how to stay safe.

If you’re planning to travel this Memorial Day weekend, be prepared for a lot of company.

NBC 7’s Audra Stafford has some important reminders to help make the trip a smooth one.

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.

Dozens of stunning destinations will welcome active and reserve military members and veterans with complimentary entry on May 27.

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.

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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?

NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry shares the story of Walter “Uncle Bert” Mintus, who was honored on Memorial Day in San Diego 72 Years after he went missing in action.

Naval Aviator Radioman 3rd Class Walter “Uncle Bert” Mintus was honored during Mount Soledad’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday.

NBC 7’s Audra Stafford reports from a Memorial Day ceremony from the deck of USS Midway.