Easter Sunday 2026: What’s open and closed

Easter Sunday is this weekend and many stores across the country will be closed or varying their hours to observe the Christian holiday. Here's a list of what will be open and closed on April 5.

Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness

Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.

Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed

The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.

Texas won't observe Cesar Chavez Day after sexual assault allegations, Abbott says

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday the state will not observe Cesar Chavez Day after new allegations of sexual abuse were leveled against the celebrated workers' rights advocate.

Texas reconsiders Cesar Chavez honors after abuse allegations
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Multiple states, including Texas, are reconsidering their celebration of labor rights activist Cesar Chavez after multiple abuse allegations surfaced this week. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.

Dallas declines ordinance to charge viral holiday house for traffic costs

A Dallas city committee rejected an ordinance that would have required homeowners with viral holiday displays to pay for the $140,000 traffic control costs currently funded by taxpayers.

Was Saint Valentine real? The murky history of Valentine's Day

From drunken debauchery to a feast for a saint, there are multiple theories about the history of Valentine’s Day.

What’s open and closed on Presidents' Day 2026

With Presidents' Day falling on Monday, Feb. 16, many Americans are gearing up for a long weekend. Here's what's open and closed.

Love is on the menu: Valentine’s Day 2026 food deals

There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.

Texas ranks #2 in U.S. for Friday the 13th ‘bad luck’ odds, according to study

A new study based on five years of Google Trends data reveals that Texas ranks second in the nation for "Bad Luck Odds" due to a massive spike in superstition-related searches surrounding Friday the 13th.

McDonald’s unveils McNugget Caviar Kits ahead of Valentine’s Day

McDonald’s is launching the limited-time special offer just in time for Valentine’s Day and here’s how you can get a kit.

Texas State Parks smash records with massive 2026 First Day Hike turnout

Texas State Parks set a national record on New Year’s Day 2026, with 12,835 participants logging over 28,000 miles to achieve record-high turnout for the fourth consecutive year.

Groundhog Day 2026: What time will Punxsutawney Phil come out?

It's that time of year again! Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready to make his winter prediction, but you'll have to wake up early if you want to see the famed groundhog.