The term “Good” as applied to Good Friday is an Old English expression meaning holy. It’s often called Holy Friday also. But in another sense, Good Friday is always tied to Easter Sunday, which is a joyful celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. He could not have been resurrected if he had not died first.

Easter weekend began on Good Friday, with many politicians and faith leaders taking to social media to remember the Christian holiday. Good Friday marks the day Jesus Christ died on the cross before rising from the dead three days later,

Good Friday is not a federal holiday, but there are still a lot of closures today. Here's what you need to know.

Easter Sunday falls on April 20 this year. Here’s what to know about store closures, delivery services, and more as the holiday weekend begins.

Good Friday, a religious day of observance for Catholics and Christians, is not a federal holiday but some business operations are closed for the day. Good Friday comes ahead of Easter celebrations and is one of five Christian celebrations that commemorate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday.