The Islamic holy month of Ramadan comes to a close Wednesday with Eid al-Fitr, or “the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast.” It's been a somber time for many due to the ongoing war in Gaza. Some local Muslims share how they're balancing grief and joy heading into the holiday.
Groups have held vigils and rallies to mourn the deaths of Israelis and Palestinians, and to protest the Israeli government’s plans to retaliate against Hamas.