Interesting facts about Earth Day: Who created the holiday?
The founder of Earth Day was Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was inspired to create the global observance after one of the worst ecological disasters in U.S. history.
How 4/20 became a pot holiday - and call to action
Some claimed 420 referred to a police code for marijuana possession or that it arose from Bob Dylan’s “Rainy Day Women No. 12 & 35," with its refrain of “Everybody must get stoned" — 420 being the product of 12 times 35.
Underwater Easter egg hunt held for divers in Florida Keys
A scuba diver dressed up as the Easter bunny and placed colorful eggs among the coral and sea life.
How the Easter bunny and colorful eggs originated from ancient spring traditions
Easter is a time when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but some aspects of the holiday are linked to other religions.
Pope Francis Easter message: Pray for 'trust among individuals, peoples and nations'
The crowd swelled to some 100,00 for the pontiff's speech from the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica.
Easter weekend: Best side dishes to include in your delicious holiday brunch menu
Unlike Thanksgiving, where stuffing and cranberry sauce are pretty much mandatory, Easter doesn’t demand any specific side dishes.
Subway, Cadbury team up for Easter mashup that has social media erupting
Brand managers call it a "surprisingly delicious" mix, but social media has other thoughts.
Good Friday 2023: Here's what's open and where banks might be closed
Here’s everything you need to know about Good Friday.
Where to get Easter brunch in the DMV
If you're looking to take the family out for a festive meal on Easter Sunday, there are plenty of options in the DC area.
This year’s Cadbury Easter ‘bunny’ is a one-eyed rescue cat named Crash
For the first time since the contest started five years ago, a rescue pet was chosen to be the face of the Cadbury Clucking Bunny commercial.
CBP: Don't bring more than 12 decorated Easter eggs into the US
U.S. customs officials shared the warning about cascarones, the confetti-filled eggshells that are popular throughout Mexico and other parts of the U.S.
Americans' favorite Easter candies and Passover foods revealed: Instacart survey
Here's what Americans are filling their pantries and fridges with for Passover and Easter, according to the survey. For Easter candy, a pretty clear winner emerged.
Things to do around D.C. for St. Patrick's Day weekend
Where can you celebrate the luck of the Irish this weekend? FOX 5 has you covered.
Watch: Chicago River goes green for famed St. Patrick's Day celebration
The grand Chicago tradition dates back to 1962.
Krispy Kreme debuts St. Patrick's Day doughnut lineup – here's how to get a free one
Krispy Kreme has four new “gold-themed” doughnuts, and fans who wear green on certain days can get a free green glazed treat.
Report: Over 1 billion young people at risk of hearing loss due to 'unsafe listening'
Friday marks "World Hearing Day," and one local organization is using the occasion to shine a spotlight on a growing problem: noise-induced hearing loss among young people.
Dr. Seuss classic 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' gets a sequel
The new book picks up one year after the original, and like the first, teaches a valuable lesson about the true spirit of the holiday, Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Random House Children’s Books announced Thursday.
Presidents Day: A look at some notable presidential speeches in US history
In honor of Presidents Day 2023, here are some famous presidential speeches delivered throughout American history.
How to celebrate Mardi Gras in the DMV
With Fat Tuesday just around the corner on Feb. 21, FOX 5 has got you covered with a list of some of the Mardi Gras events happening across the DMV! From parties to cooking classes, there is something to keep the whole family entertained next week.
Your rescue pet could be this year’s Cadbury Easter ‘bunny’
The winning rescue pet will also take home a $5,000 cash prize and another $5,000 for the animal shelter of choice.