Austin’s 2026 Cinco de Mayo: Events, cultural luncheons and festive specials

Austin transitions to mid-week Cinco de Mayo festivities following a massive weekend festival, with official celebrations centering on Tuesday, May 5.

What is the 25th Amendment? Trump criticized over Easter Iran message

Several lawmakers are saying President Trump’s Easter message about Iran is cause for his removal, and want the 25th Amendment invoked. Here’s what to know about the procedure.

Search for golden eggs in Cedar Park
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The Cedar Park Police Department is hosting an Easter egg hunt for kids this weekend on April 4.

Cedar Park PD hosting Easter egg hunt on April 4

The Cedar Park Police Department is hosting an Easter egg hunt for kids this weekend on April 4.

Artemis II: First photos of Earth from Orion spacecraft

What does Earth look like from the vantage point of Artemis II's astronauts? NASA released a handful of images on Friday of Earth, taken from space by Commander Reid Wiseman and others aboard the Orion spacecraft as they continue to make their way towards the moon's orbit.

What Texans are really tucking into their Easter baskets this year

Forget the Peeps—Texas has a different favorite holiday treat. From delivery trends to search data, see which sweets are reigning supreme in the Lone Star State this Easter.

Here are the most prank-ready cities in the US

Data derived from Google searches found the cities that have the most practical jokesters in the United States.

Easter Sunday 2026: What’s open and closed

Easter Sunday is this weekend and many stores across the country will be closed or varying their hours to observe the Christian holiday. Here's a list of what will be open and closed on April 5.

Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness

Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.

Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed

The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.

Texas won't observe Cesar Chavez Day after sexual assault allegations, Abbott says

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday the state will not observe Cesar Chavez Day after new allegations of sexual abuse were leveled against the celebrated workers' rights advocate.

San Antonio River Walk turned green for holiday
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San Antonio celebrated St. Patrick's Day with a lucky tradition, putting green dye in the river.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans
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It's Fat Tuesday — the big finale of Mardi Gras — filled with parades, music, and colorful traditions. Kelly Schulz, senior VP of communications & public relations with the New Orleans & Company, joins Good Day Austin from along the parade route.

Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week

Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.

Was Saint Valentine real? The murky history of Valentine's Day

From drunken debauchery to a feast for a saint, there are multiple theories about the history of Valentine’s Day.