As the Florida Panthers continue their march toward a second consecutive NHL Stanley Cup championship, fans will gather in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday for one of the largest official watch parties

Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and Florida's theme parks will be popular, including the new Epic Universe. See holiday travel forecast.

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has flagged the first area to watch in the Eastern Pacific less than a week after the official start to that hurricane season. FOX Weather Meteorologists Marissa Torres and Stephen Morgan break down the forecast on Tuesday, May 20.

“While some travelers embark on dream vacations and fly hundreds of miles across the country, many families just pack up the car and drive to the beach or take a road trip to visit friends,” said Stacey Barber, vice president of AAA Travel. Worst time: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Florida gas prices dip slightly ahead of Memorial Day travel rush 00:28. Florida gas prices are trending downward just as millions prepare to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend

AAA anticipates around 40 million Americans to travel by car this Memorial Day weekend. In Michigan, approximately 1.2 million people will hit the road between Thursday and Monday. The worst times to travel will be in the afternoon those days.

A state law that required later start times for middle and high school students beginning in the 2026-2027 school year may not happen.

Many memorial services, ceremonies, concerts and other events are happening over the long Memorial Day weekend. Here's what you need to know.