Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer at Lake Pleasant, Salt River

Arizonans ushered in the unofficial start of summer this Memorial Day, flocking to Lake Pleasant and the Salt River. With temperatures warm but not yet scorching, it was the perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones.

Memorial Day marks unofficial start to summer at Lake Pleasant
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Many see Memorial Day as the unofficial start to summer in Arizona, and what better way to beat the heat than getting out on the lake? FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more from Lake Pleasant.

Tubers gather at Salt River to kick off summer
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Memorial Day is traditionally seen at the unofficial start of summer, and Salt River Tubing officials say they are expecting around 15,000 people during the long Memorial Day weekend. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has more on the crowds.

2025 Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony
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It's Memorial Day, and many Americans across the nation will pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Right here in our state, the spirit of remembrance is front and center at the National Cemetery of Arizona.

Majority of Americans say Memorial Day has lost its meaning, new poll finds

A new survey finds that 52% of Americans believe Memorial Day has lost its original meaning, even as many still associate the holiday with honoring fallen military members.

Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed

The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.

Memorial Day: People gear up for holiday weekend

For many Americans, May 23 is the start of the long Memorial Day holiday weekend, and that means airports like Sky Harbor are getting busy.

ADOT opens new lanes on Interstate 17 north of Phoenix
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Memorial Day travelers are excited about new lanes on Interstate 17, which should help relieve traffic in both directions just north of Phoenix. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.

ADOT opens new lanes on Interstate 17 just in time for Memorial Day travel

The Arizona Department of Transportation opened new lanes on Interstate 17 between Anthem Way and Black Canyon City just in time for Memorial Day travelers.

Summer gas prices in Arizona hit historic lows
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Drivers in Arizona are enjoying historic low gas prices this Memorial Day with an additional discount for customers at Circle K. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more.

Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend will be cheapest in 4 years

If you’re planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, you’re in luck: Gas prices are projected to be their cheapest since 2021.

AAA expecting busy Memorial Day weekend for travel
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Officials with AAA believe over 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from their homes, between this coming Thursday (May 22) and Monday (May 26). That is about 1.4 million more than 2024's Memorial Day weekend.

Moms welcome babies on Mother's Day
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Mother's Day is a time to celebrate moms, and at Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, it's also a day to welcome new life into the world. FOX 10's cameras were there as two little ones made their TV debut. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez has this story.

Nourish Phoenix helps moms feel special on their day
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We love sharing stories of how moms are celebrated on Mother's Day, and a local nonprofit wanted to make sure every mom felt special. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the story.

Animal moms at Phoenix Zoo get extra love
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Mother's Day isn't only for people. Zoo animals celebrated, too. Momma gorilla, Hattie, at the Phoenix Zoo, got extra attention Sunday.