MLK Day holiday: What’s open and closed

Here's what is open and closed on Jan. 19, 2026, the day the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy.

MLK Day 2026: Free entry announced for 200+ California State Parks

California Governor Gavin Newsom waives fees at 200+ state parks for MLK Day 2026, offering a free alternative to new entry fees at federal National Parks.

2026 Rose Parade LIVE Presented by Honda
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Celebrate New Year’s Day with one of the world’s most iconic traditions, featuring breathtaking floral floats, high-energy marching bands, and spectacular equestrian units.

Flu concerns spreading across Southern California
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Across California and the United States, cases of flu are going up in the wake of a stormy holiday season.

What’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2026

Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.

2026 Rose Parade highlights: Recap, float winners, and more

The 137th Tournament of Roses Parade was held in Pasadena on New Year's Day, featuring 39 floral floats, 17 equestrian teams and 19 marching bands.

New US laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know

A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.

Renewed focus on security ahead of NYELA
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Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles is preparing to host a major New Year’s Eve celebration with nearly 30,000 attendees expected despite forecasted heavy rain.

Pasadena bracing for rainy Rose Parade
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Pasadena is bracing for a possibly cold and wet Rose Parade as rain is forecasted to move into Southern California on New Year's Day.

Volunteers working to get floats down the Rose Parade route, rain or shine

The Tournament of Roses Parade could see rain for the first time in nearly 20 years, but organizers say the event will continue as planned.

Sunday marks busy day at LAX for end-of-year holiday travel season

LAX experienced a busy but calm post-Christmas travel rush on Sunday as TSA projected Dec. 28 to be the peak day of the holiday travel season.

Some stores are charging for holiday gift returns: See the list

If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores. 

What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2025 in California

Californians in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day - your options will be limited.

2026: Things that happened 120 years ago

In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass

Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.