Few symbols are as instantly recognizable in the United States as the American flag. Each year, Americans celebrate Flag Day ...

While some local directives are tied to individual losses, nationwide observances carry broader significance.

There's a specific way flags are to be lowered to the half-staff position.

There are five designated days when the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff throughout the United States. The president and Florida's governor also can order flags to be flown at half-staff. There are ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has ordered that all state and United States flags be flown at half-staff. Flags at state facilities will be flown at half-staff from sunrise ...