Memorial Day will start off with the laying of wreaths and observances at 7:45 a.m. at the Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial near the Naperville Municipal Center at 400 S. Eagle St., followed by a service at 8:15 a.m. at the G.A.R. Monument in Naperville Cemetery, 705 S. Washington St.

The New England Patriots had a busy day on Thursday, as players took part in a community event highlighting mental health after their OTA practice. Mayor Michelle Wu has announced that an independent investigation will be launched into school transportation safety at Boston Public Schools after the death of 5-year-old Lens Joseph,

Take an hour or two from your long weekend to observe Memorial Day with the national holiday's intent: Honoring those who died in service to our country. Ceremonies and other events are planned across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.