| 单词 | half-staff |
| 例句 | Someone in the crowd lowered to half-staff the United States flag flying in front of City Hall. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z Then he told the crowd that he had already contacted the White House for permission to fly the United States flag at half-staff for a period of mourning. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z Performed in the top screen, this feat resembles a flag at full-mast, suggesting ascendancy and security; in the lower screen, it evokes half-staff, and mourning or distress. Art Review: Combining People and Machines in Venice 2011-07-08T16:55:52Z Christie also ordered flags lowered to half-staff in the musician's honor Thursday. Bruce eulogizes sax man Clemons at Fla funeral 2011-06-22T00:16:09Z TV flags are flying at half-staff today, with the news that Matthew Perry died on Saturday. Matthew Perry Was One of TV’s Best Sparring Partners 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z With the White House in a crepuscular background, its flag at half-staff, all forty-four U.S. Year of “The Forgotten Man” 2016-12-24T05:00:00Z The flags at the Hollywood Bowl Tuesday night for the opening concert of the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s summer season flew at half-staff. At the Hollywood Bowl, Gustavo Dudamel and Lang Lang do their bit for cultural healing 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z Chris Christie says he will order flags flown at half-staff at state government buildings Saturday in memory of Whitney Houston. NJ flags to fly at half-staff for Whitney Houston 2012-02-14T22:22:12Z He insisted that "now might be a great time" for Southern states that flew the flag — or included it in their own state flag — to vote to fly it at half-staff ... and then some. John Oliver takes aim at Confederate flag after Charleston shooting 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z On the streets of Paris, French flags were dressed in black ribbons and European Union flags flew at half-staff. Armani, Margiela and Female Strength 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer ordered flags lowered to half-staff to honor Ali. “He stood for the world”: Muhammad Ali — “The Greatest” — is dead at age 74 2016-06-04T04:00:00Z Oliver did not hold back after playing news reports about the symbol of South Carolina's slave-owning past flying full-staff in front of its state Capitol when the other flags had descended to half-staff. John Oliver takes aim at Confederate flag after Charleston shooting 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z Today, the flag over Arlington House flies at half-staff when funerals are taking place in the cemetery. Explore Arlington National Cemetery on a free walking tour 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z Flags outside the arena were lowered to half-staff as preparations for the event continued, and lights shined on Bryant’s jerseys inside. Billie Eilish Sweeps Top Awards at the Grammys 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z Like others here at the Wall, Will and Carol couldn’t stand for the president’s flipping and flopping on whether to keep the White House flag at half-staff. Visitors to the Vietnam Wall reflect on McCain’s legacy 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Flags outside the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, fly at half-staff on Monday, June 13, 2016 in honor of the victims of the gay nightclub attack in Orlando. After attack in Florida, E3 offers sympathies, shooter games 2016-06-13T04:00:00Z In the days after last week's shooting, students gathered in groups, put up ribbons around the town and laid a memorial on school grounds, where a flag flew at half-staff. Ohio school rampage victim mourned, suspect faces hearing 2012-03-06T13:20:00Z Washington’s mayor had the Union Jack flying at half-staff on Pennsylvania Avenue. The British ambassador brings her unique style to Washington 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z The Finnish flag, a blue cross on a white background, flew at half-staff on Friday across the capital. Dignitaries attend funeral of ex-Finnish President Ahtisaari, peace broker and Nobel laureate 2023-11-10T05:00:00Z Several shooting survivors remained hospitalized, flags flew at half-staff, and funerals were being held this week for those who died in the attack. Voters in Lewiston are overcoming fear and sadness to do their civic duty after mass shooting 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Flags were lowered to half-staff at government and party offices around the country and at Chinese embassies and consulates abroad. Crowds gather near funeral home, lay flowers as former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang is laid to rest 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z Biden also ordered that U.S. flags on public property be flown at half-staff through Monday out of respect for the victims. Biden and the first lady will travel to Maine to mourn with the community after the mass shooting 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Many proponents of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament maintained a week of silence and flew Aboriginal flags at half-staff across Australia after the Oct. Australians’ rejection of the Indigenous Voice in constitutional vote is shameful, supporters say 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z Indigenous Voice campaigners were flying Aboriginal flags at half-staff across Australia on Sunday as a mark of their disappointment. Australia looks for new ways to lift Indigenous living standards after referendum loss 2023-10-14T04:00:00Z After the missile strike, the Kharkiv region declared a period of mourning and ordered flags flown at half-staff. Precision missile strike on cafe hosting soldier’s wake decimates Ukrainian village 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z The city council declared three days of mourning with flags flown at half-staff on public buildings. 5 missing people are located after a Spanish nightclub fire, leaving the death toll at 13 2023-10-02T04:00:00Z At least one of those destinations — the Margaritaville resort in Palm Springs — reportedly lowered its flag to half-staff this week in Buffett’s honor, according to a photo on social media. Jimmy Buffett's cause of death confirmed as Margaritaville flag lowered to half-staff in Palm Springs 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z Capitol to be lowered to half-staff to honor the servicemembers who died while helping allies flee the country. McCarthy orders Capitol flags at half-staff to remember deaths of servicemembers in Afghanistan 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Murphy ordered flags to be flown at half-staff for a month and commissioned a portrait of her that he has said would hang in the statehouse. New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver to lie in state in the capitol rotunda 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z Beginning Friday flags on state buildings will fly half-staff in honor of Oliver for the next month. New Jersey to hold three-day state funeral for late Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z French President Emmanuel Macron posted a message of condolence in Greek, while several embassies in Athens lowered their flags to half-staff. Deadly wildfires across the Mediterranean destroy homes, threaten nature reserves 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Flags in Minnesota and North Dakota have been ordered flown at half-staff through Saturday. North Dakota officer killed in Fargo ambush is to be laid to rest Saturday in Minnesota 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z “I have directed the flags at the U.S. Capitol to be lowered to half-staff in honor of these American heroes.” McCarthy orders Capitol flags at half-staff to remember deaths of servicemembers in Afghanistan 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z The governors of Minnesota and North Dakota have directed U.S. and state flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Wallin through sunset Saturday, and encouraged residents and businesses to do the same. Officials to discuss use of police force in Fargo shooting that killed gunman who fired on officers 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z Governors of Minnesota and North Dakota have directed U.S. and state flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Wallin through sunset on Saturday, and encouraged residents and businesses to do the same. Fargo police officer’s funeral scheduled; 2 other officers remain hospitalized after shooting 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The governor has ordered that flags be flown at half-staff on the day of Wallin’s interment. Many questions after police say gunman fired on officers in North Dakota, killing 1 and wounding 2 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z Gov. Phil Murphy ordered flags to fly at half-staff in the honor of the two, who were remembered by friends and family at a memorial service Friday. Crews continue to battle cargo ship blaze that killed 2 New Jersey firefighters 2023-07-08T04:00:00Z The Pakistani flag was flying at half-staff, and lawmakers in the National Assembly, the lower house of the parliament, expressed their condolences. Pakistan widens manhunt for human traffickers after boat carrying hundreds sank off Greek coast 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z Sharif expressed his grief over the tragedy and said Monday would be observed as a day of mourning, with the national flag flying at half-staff. Pakistan’s prime minister declares day of mourning for citizens who died in migrant boat sinking 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z Flags have been lowered to half-staff at the Manitoba legislature. Bus full of seniors heading to a casino in Canada collides with truck, killing 15 people 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z In the case of the latter, flags are flown at half-staff and all political events not involving charity are put on hold, but it is otherwise business as usual. Silvio Berlusconi’s polarizing force in Italy remains strong as his funeral is held in Milan 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z The authorities declared Wednesday a national day of mourning, with flags flying at half-staff from public buildings, though arguments brewed in some places where officials said they would not join in the grieving. Berlusconi Seizes Italy’s Attention Even in Death 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z Flags at the girls’ school, Cheri Cox Elementary, flew at half-staff on Monday. Among the Victims in Texas Shooting: A Wounded 6-Year-Old Who Lost His Parents and Brother 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The president also ordered flags across the country to be flown at half-staff through May 11 to honor the victims of the shooting. Fox News confronts Greg Abbott with brutal poll showing Americans overwhelmingly back gun control 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The Congolese government declared Monday as a national day of mourning, with flags to fly at half-staff in memory of the victims. Deaths from Congo floods approach 400 as search continues 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z “Such an attack is too shocking to be so familiar. And yet, American communities have suffered roughly 200 mass shootings already this year, according to leading counts,” said Biden, who ordered flags lowered to half-staff. Police identify Texas mall shooter 2023-05-07T04:00:00Z Mr. Beshear ordered flags throughout the state to fly at half-staff until Friday evening to honor the victims. What We Know About the Louisville, Ky., Bank Shooting 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden ordered U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff this week to honor victims of the Nashville massacre. Biden rips anti-transgender ‘attacks’ on Trans Day of Visibility with no mention of Nashville 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z Biden later ordered the U.S. flag to be flown at half-staff on all federal buildings through March 31. Nashville shooter who killed 6 drew maps, surveilled school 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z He ordered all American flags displayed at government buildings to be flown at half-staff. Nashville school shooter who killed 6 was heavily armed, left ‘manifesto’ 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z Brown ordered flags on city buildings lowered to half-staff. Buffalo firefighter dies while battling downtown blaze 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Condolences poured in from world leaders, and European Union flags in front of the European Commission headquarters in Brussels were lowered to half-staff. Train collision in Greece kills at least 43; station master arrested 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z The government declared three days of national mourning from Wednesday, while flags flew at half-staff outside all European Commission buildings in Brussels. Greek transport minister resigns over train crash; 36 dead 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z The mayor of Cutro declared a day of mourning Monday, with flags on public buildings at half-staff. Death toll at 62 in Italy migrant tragedy; dozens missing 2023-02-27T05:00:00Z She ordered flags lowered to half-staff at all state buildings Friday. Former Rep. John Olver, Massachusetts Democrat, dies at 86 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Flags on some public buildings, including the Quebec provincial legislature, have been lowered to half-staff, and small shrines have been created near the scene of the tragedy. Trudeau to join vigil for Montreal daycare crash victims 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z In Berlin, businesses have shuttered and the city hall has flown its flags at half-staff. Among Germany’s Turkish diaspora, anguish — and a rally to help 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Turkish flags will fly at half-staff across the nation and at its diplomatic missions overseas. Live Updates | Turkey, Syria earthquake kills thousands 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z On Sunday, Biden ordered American flags on federal facilities lowered to half-staff through sunset Thursday out of respect for the victims in Monterey Park. Biden pays tribute to victims of California shootings 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z At space centers across the country, flags were lowered to half-staff, with ceremonies held along with spaceflight safety discussions. NASA marks 20 years since space shuttle Columbia disaster 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Flags were flown at half-staff in Algeciras, home to an important port with ferry connections to northern Africa, and a minute’s silence was to be held later in the day. Community reels from Spanish machete church attack horror 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Capitol to be flown at half-staff “to honor the lives lost and victims impacted due to the tragic events from this weekend.” Alleged Half Moon Bay gunman targeted his own workplace, police say 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z In Half Moon Bay on Tuesday, children played outside at schools where flags flew at half-staff. Half Moon Bay, ‘Our Little Town,’ Faces a Shattered Sense of Security 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z Hernandez stared up at the U.S. and California flags hanging at half-staff. 'Together we will make it through': Mourners gather at vigil for 11 killed in Monterey Park shooting 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z The president issued a proclamation ordering flags to be flown at half-staff at the White House and all public buildings until sunset Thursday. How the Lunar New Year massacre unfolded: A night of ballroom dancing ends in horror 2023-01-23T05:00:00Z On Friday, Gov. Josh Green ordered that U.S. and Hawaii state flags be flown at half-staff at the state Capitol and state offices through sundown Monday for her funeral services. Public viewing at palace for ‘last Hawaiian princess’ 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z The IOC said that as a mark of respect, the Olympic flag will be flown at half-staff at Olympic House in Lausanne for three days. Greece’s former king to be buried as a private citizen 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z Rhode Island’s current governor, Democrat Dan McKee, ordered flags at all state facilities and buildings lowered to half-staff in honor of Almond. Former RI governor and US attorney Lincoln Almond dies at 86 2023-01-03T05:00:00Z The city of Santa Monica said that flags in front of City Hall will be lowered to half-staff, and a city council meeting in the new year will be adjourned in honor of Minter’s service. Former Santa Monica Mayor Rex Minter dies in plane crash on Santa Monica Beach 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z Youngkin on Tuesday ordered that flags on all state and local buildings be flown at half-staff through sunset on Wednesday. Virginia lawmaker Ronnie Campbell dies at 68 2022-12-13T05:00:00Z National flags will be flown at half-staff for Jiang over Tiananmen Square in Beijing, government buildings nationwide and Chinese embassies abroad until his funeral on Tuesday. In China, former president Jiang’s death comes at an unsettled time 2022-11-30T05:00:00Z They’re doing their best to serve as a visual and emotional respite from the bad news that sometimes feels so relentless that one wonders if the nation’s flags shouldn’t just remain at a permanent half-staff. Perspective | ‘We the People’ need some holiday cheer, and the White House has it 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z Gov. Jared Polis of Colorado ordered flags on all public buildings to be lowered to half-staff beginning on Monday morning for five days, one for each of the people killed. ‘He Saved a Lot of Lives’: Combat Veteran Tackled Colorado Gunman 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z Gov. Glenn Youngkin ordered flags around the state lowered to half-staff and he also made an unannounced visit to the campus. U.Va. shooting suspect part of field trip, school confirms 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z Classes and other academic activities were canceled Tuesday and Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin ordered flags lowered to half-staff in respect and memory of the victims, their families and the Charlottesville community. U.Va. shooting suspect part of field trip, school confirms 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z President Yoon on Sunday declared a one-week national mourning period and ordered flags at government buildings and public offices to fly at half-staff. South Korea probes Halloween crowd surge as nation mourns 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z The nation declared a period of national mourning until Nov. 5, with flags flying half-staff on federal buildings. ‘It was almost post-apocalyptic’: A reckoning awaits Seoul’s crowd tragedy 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z Flags are to be lowered to half-staff Friday, the prime minister’s office announced on Twitter. Thai ex-officer attacks day-care center, killing dozens, including 24 children 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z The flags at the White House also flew at half-staff. Biden mistakenly asks if deceased congresswoman is in audience 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z But most of the nation’s 47 prefectural governments are to fly the flag at half-staff and observe a moment of silence. Japan holding state funeral for ex-leader Abe amid tensions 2022-09-26T04:00:00Z Downtown, an Australian flag hung at half-staff outside the house of Roger Sherrington. An Aussie republic? In queen’s namesake town, they won’t drink to that. 2022-09-16T04:00:00Z There are only two obvious markers of the queen’s passing in Southall: a poster outside the pharmacy, and a British flag flying half-staff in the town hall building. A London diaspora district remembers a queen — ambivalently 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z A minute’s silence will be held before matches, with black armbands to be worn by players, flags to be flown at half-staff and the national anthem — “God Save the King” — to be played in stadiums. Soccer resuming in Britain after pause due to queen’s death 2022-09-12T04:00:00Z India, a former British colony, observed a day of state mourning, with flags lowered to half-staff on all government buildings. Week of public mourning for Queen Elizabeth II begins in Edinburgh 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z “Upon learning of the Queen’s death, all flags on Pitcairn were immediately hoisted to half-staff, and they will stay that way until the 10 days of mourning are over,” the islander reported. King Charles III noted in ceremony on Pitcairn Island, where Bounty mutineers found sanctuary 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z India, a former British colony, observed a day of state mourning, with flags lowered to half-staff on all government buildings throughout the country. Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin takes long road through Scotland 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z The national flag has been lowered to half-staff on all government buildings throughout the country. Live updates: Queen’s coffin set to leave Scottish estate 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Flags will be flown at full-staff across the nation for the 24 hours following the accession ceremony, before returning to half-staff as the United Kingdom continues its 10 days of national mourning. Charles formally proclaimed king as princes William and Harry reunite 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Union flags will be flown at full-staff for about 24 hours, before returning to half-staff in mourning for the queen. EXPLAINER: The formal rules around Charles’s accession 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Flags were flying at half-staff on landmarks in Australia on Friday as people expressed sadness at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Live updates: Charles formally proclaimed King 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z She initially refused to permit the Union Jack to fly at half-staff over Buckingham Palace when Diana died, then reversed course. William and Kate are now prince and princess of Wales. 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z In Washington on Capitol Hill, an American flag flies at half-staff over the U.S. AP PHOTOS: A world mourns Queen Elizabeth II 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z Flags across the nation's capital – from the White House to the people's House of Representatives – are now flying at half-staff as they honor the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. Congress speaks out in the wake of Queen Elizabeth's death 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z The flag over Buckingham Palace was lowered to half-staff. Britain enveloped in mourning for a queen revered worldwide 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z The flag flew at half-staff outside the British High Commission. Live updates: Charles formally proclaimed King 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z In France, Britain’s historic rival and contemporary ally, officials ordered flags at the presidential palace and public buildings be lowered to half-staff on Friday. ‘A constant in my life’: World mourns Queen Elizabeth II 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Flags at the White House were ordered flown at half-staff. In Washington, tributes to Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy and strength 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Flags were lowered to half-staff across the country, with notice of the death posted to both Buckingham Palace and the royal website. Operation London Bridge: The plan for after Queen Elizabeth’s death 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The Bidens also promised American solidarity with the new king, Charles III. And Mr. Biden ordered the American flag to be flown at half-staff until the day of the queen’s burial. A Global Outpouring of Grief Mixes With Criticism of the Monarchy 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z There was a minute’s silence before kickoff at Old Trafford, with both teams wearing black armbands and the flags at stadium lowered to half-staff as a sign of respect. Sports events in Britain called off following death of queen 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The pair had been shopping on nearby Oxford Street and arrived at Buckingham Palace shortly after the flag there was lowered to half-staff. In a Divided Britain, Near Unity in Admiration of the Queen 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z A double rainbow arched over the London skyline shortly before well-wishers fell into stunned silence as the palace lowered its Union Jack flag to half-staff, signifying the death of the monarch. Tearful crowds sing 'God Save the Queen' at Buckingham Palace 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z “It’s a somber moment,” said Jeffrey Julien, 57, a Londoner who watched the British flag being lowered to half-staff to mark Elizabeth’s death. At a tumultuous national moment in Britain, a symbol of unity and stability is mourned 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The American flag lowered to half-staff over the White House in Washington. Mourning Queen Elizabeth II, in Photos 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ordered the flags lowered to half-staff at the U.S. ‘A stalwart’: World mourns Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The Union Jack flag atop the prime minister’s 10 Downing Street residence was lowered to half-staff after the monarch’s death was announced. Queen Elizabeth II has died: Live updates 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Flags across the country are to be lowered to half-staff and stay that way until the morning after the queen’s funeral, with one exception. Planning for the End of Elizabeth’s Reign Began at the Beginning 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Flags at the parliament’s Reichstag building in Berlin were lowered to half-staff as lawmakers opened the day’s session, one of the first since Gorbachev’s death last week, with the tribute. German parliament honors Gorbachev, who enabled unification 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z He said the flags on Ottawa’s Peace Tower and at all federal buildings in Saskatchewan were at half-staff. In Canada’s Bucolic Prairie Region, a Mass Stabbing Shocks the Country 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z In his Monday address, Trudeau said all flags at federal buildings have been lowered to half-staff. Canadian stabbing suspect found dead after 10 killed; brother at large 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z He said the flag on Ottawa’s Peace Tower and at all federal buildings in Saskatchewan were at half-staff. In Canada’s Bucolic Prairie Region, a Mass Stabbing Shocks the Country 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z On Proclamation Day, flags will be raised until the next afternoon, and then revert to half-staff. Planning for the End of Elizabeth’s Reign Began at the Beginning 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the flag above Canada’s parliament building in Ottawa would be flown at half-staff to honor the victims. One of two suspects in killings of 10 has been found dead, Canadian police say 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z The public reaction contrasted with that of the royal family, who were criticized for not quickly appearing in public and refusing to lower the flag over Buckingham Palace to half-staff. Diana’s death stunned the world — and changed the royals 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z At the University of Regina on Monday, flags were lowered to half-staff and mental health support services were extended to students and staffers. Canadian stabbing suspect found dead after 10 killed; brother at large 2022-09-05T04:00:00Z The public reaction contrasted with that of the royal family, criticized for not quickly appearing in public and refusing to lower the flag over Buckingham Palace to half-staff in honor of the princess. Diana’s death stunned the world — and changed the royals 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z Brown has ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on Monday in honor of Taylor, with his memorial service to be held the same day. Oregon fire quadruples in size; governor declares emergency 2022-08-27T04:00:00Z The city will lower flags to half-staff in his honor and will notify residents of memorial services and future ceremonial actions, officials said. Huntington Park City Councilman Manuel Avila dies at 81 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z The national flag was flown half-staff until Tuesday at the prime minister’s office in Tokyo. Japan bids farewell to Shinzo Abe at slain former leader’s funeral 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z In Taiwan, people offered condolence messages at the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association office in Taipei, while Taiwanese flags at government buildings and public schools flew at half-staff. Shinzo Abe’s family holds private wake for slain former Japanese leader 2022-07-10T04:00:00Z She has ordered Taiwan flags to be flown at half-staff through Monday to honour Abe, who was widely considered in Taiwan an important contributor to warming Taipei-Tokyo ties in recent years. Taiwan vice president makes rare Japan visit to pay respects to Abe - official media 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z President Biden ordered that American flags to be flown at half-staff and said in a statement, “I am stunned, outraged, and deeply saddened. … He was a champion of the friendship between our people.” Japanese Americans shocked by Abe killing: There ‘is no safe place’ 2022-07-09T04:00:00Z Bach said the Olympic flag at the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, would fly at half-staff for three days. Abe impersonated ‘Super Mario’ to promote Tokyo Olympics 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z Angola’s current head of state, Joao Lourenco, announced five days of national mourning starting Friday, when the country’s flag will fly at half-staff and public events are canceled. Former Angolan president Jose Eduardo dos Santos dies at 79 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, Mr. Biden ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of the victims of the Highland Park shooting. Biden unsure on trip to Highland Park in wake of latest deadly mass shooting 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Dave Roberts looked at the flag in the left field, flapping at half-staff. 'Right is right': Dodgers manager Dave Roberts calls for action after Texas shooting 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z He quickly signed a proclamation to have federal flags flown at half-staff. Biden voices grief and anger at shooting: ‘I am sick and tired of it’ 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z The president also issued a proclamation ordering American flags to be flown at half-staff at the White House and all federal buildings until sunset Saturday. 'It's time to act': Biden demands action on gun control after Texas school shooting 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z While still aboard the flight late Tuesday afternoon, Mr. Biden issued a proclamation honoring the victims of the shooting and ordered that flags be flown at half-staff until sunset Saturday. Biden demands lawmakers ‘stand up to the gun lobby’ after Texas school shooting 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z Biden directed that American flags be flown at half-staff through sunset Saturday in honor of the victims. Biden to address nation following Texas school shooting 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z A month at half-staff had been somewhat awkward. How Ben Got His Penis 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Electronic billboards all showed the late sheikh’s image in Dubai on Friday night as flags flew at half-staff. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan becomes UAE’s president 2022-05-14T04:00:00Z The UAE’s Ministry of Presidential Affairs announced a 40-day period of mourning and a three-day suspension of work across the government and private sector, with flags to be flown at half-staff. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan, emir of Abu Dhabi, dies at 73 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z The UAE’s Ministry of Presidential Affairs announced a 40-day period of mourning and a three-day suspension of work in all ministries and the private sector beginning Friday, including flags to be flown at half-staff. UAE’s long-ailing leader Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed has died 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z Before the summit began, Mr. Biden ordered flags lowered to half-staff at the White House and all public buildings and military installations until Monday in commemoration of the nation’s death toll. At Biden’s Summit, Other Nations Pledge Billions to Bolster Pandemic Response 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z Biden will also issue a proclamation Thursday ordering flags at the White House and all federal buildings to be flown at half-staff until Monday to mark the 1 million deaths. Biden to order flags to fly at half-staff as U.S. COVID toll nears 1 million 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards ordered that flags fly at half-staff over the Capitol and other public buildings in East Baton Rouge Parish until sunset Friday. Sheriff’s corporal shot in 2016 Baton Rouge ambush dies 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The IOC said the Olympic flag will be flown at half-staff at the Olympic House in Lausanne for three days to honor Gilady. IOC member Alex Gilady of Israel dies at 79 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z The House also adopted a resolution on Tuesday to recognize lives lost due to abortion and urge citizens to fly flags at half-staff on Jan. 22, the day the U.S. Oklahoma state House approves bill to make abortion illegal 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Flags outside local business were flown at half-staff in their memory. NTSB: Oklahoma teens’ car made ‘rolling stop’ before crash 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Praising her as a “force” who “defied convention and broke barriers again and again,” President Biden ordered the U.S. flag at the White House and all government buildings to fly at half-staff in her honor. Madeleine Albright, first female secretary of state, dies of cancer at 84 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z The high school held a moment of silence Monday morning, and staffers with military service lowered a flag to half-staff. Family members mourn four Marines killed during NATO exercise last week 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolfe ordered flags flown at half-staff called it a "a heartbreaking tragedy that occurred while these troopers were protecting and serving." Pennsylvania woman, 21, facing murder, DUI charges in crash that killed two state troopers and a pedestrian 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z Gov. Tom Wolf ordered state flags to fly at half-staff through Friday in their honor, calling it “a very sad day for Pennsylvania.” 2 Pennsylvania troopers, man killed; police open DUI probe 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar, a Bollywood icon whose career spanned more than seven decades, has died at 92 — prompting the Indian government to announce two days of national mourning and lower national flags to half-staff. Lata Mangeshkar, singer and Bollywood icon, dies at 92, sending India into national mourning 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z The Ministry of Home Affairs said that she would be given a state funeral and that flags at government buildings would be flown at half-staff for two days. Lata Mangeshkar, Bollywood’s Most Beloved Voice, Dies at 92 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z Back when King Edward VII died in 1910, his teenage grandson spotted something strange atop Buckingham Palace: the banner, which flies wherever the king is staying, lowered to half-staff. The key to Queen Elizabeth II's long reign? A resilient monarchy 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z On Monday, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced that he had ordered flags be lowered to half-staff in honor of the fallen firefighters. Fallen Baltimore firefighters honored for heroism, 'bravery' as city mourns 'heartbreaking' tragedy 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The new mayor also ordered that effective immediately, all flags on New York City buildings throughout the five boroughs would be lowered to half-staff to honor Rivera, Adams’ press officer tweeted early Saturday. 22-year-old NYPD officer dead and another critically injured in Harlem shooting 2022-01-21T05:00:00Z The European Union flew the flags outside its Brussels headquarters at half-staff Tuesday in honor of Sassoli. President of European Parliament, David Sassoli, known for pushing covid relief legislation, dies at 65 2022-01-11T05:00:00Z The slain officer’s body was transported early Thursday in a police procession from the Riverside Medical Center to the Kankakee County morgue, and officials later lowered the flag at Bradley Village Hall to half-staff. Illinois police seek 2 in killing of 1 cop, wounding of 2nd 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z In 1952, Elizabeth didn’t fly the royal standard at half-staff either when her father died. The key to Queen Elizabeth II's long reign? A resilient monarchy 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z President Joe Biden said in a proclamation that the U.S. flag will be flown at half-staff at the White House and other federal buildings on the day of Reid’s internment. Late Senate leader Harry Reid remembered as `man of action’ 2021-12-29T05:00:00Z The Pro Football Hall of Fame said that its flag will be flown at half-staff in Madden’s memory. John Madden, NFL Hall of Famer and video game icon, dies at 85 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z Until his funeral, flags across the country will fly at half-staff, South Africa’s president said. South Africa Begins a Week of Mourning for Desmond Tutu 2021-12-27T05:00:00Z Some local events, including a Christmas fun run, have been postponed or canceled, and the council flew the Australian flag at half-staff. 5 Schoolchildren Are Killed in Fall From Bouncy Castle in Australia 2021-12-15T05:00:00Z For the first time, the Union Jack was raised over the palace at half-staff as the mollified crowds applauded. The key to Queen Elizabeth II's long reign? A resilient monarchy 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Beshear ordered state offices to fly their flags at half-staff for a week beginning Tuesday to honor the dead and others affected by the disaster. Disbelief in Kentucky as death toll rises and residents survey tornado damage 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z The Hall of Fame flag outside the museum in Canton, Ohio, will be flown at half-staff in Humphrey's honor, Porter added. Football Hall of Famer Claude Humphrey dies as age 77 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z The Hall of Fame flag outside the museum in Canton, Ohio, will be flown at half-staff in Humphrey’s honor, Porter added. Football Hall of Famer Claude Humphrey dies as age 77 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z Throughout the village, and the state, American flags flew at half-staff. 15-year-old charged with terrorism, murder in Oxford High shooting as fourth victim dies 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z And ever since, the national flag has flown there at half-staff for public tragedies from Sept. 11 to the recent death of the queen’s husband, Prince Philip. The key to Queen Elizabeth II's long reign? A resilient monarchy 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z With public schools in the Milwaukee suburb closed again on Tuesday, flags flew at half-staff and buses displayed the message “Waukesha Strong.” Waukesha Death Toll Rises to 6 as Suspect Is Ordered Held on $5 Million Bail 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z The sun rose Monday and the governor ordered flags flown at half-staff and the police chief prepared to deliver more details and clergy prepared an evening vigil. At a Christmas parade, ‘Comfort and Joy’ turns to carnage and fear: ‘There were bodies all over the street’ 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff across the state in honour of the victims. Wisconsin: Suspect named after car ploughs into Waukesha Christmas parade 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z South Africa is flying its flags at half-staff for four days to honor de Klerk but is not having a state burial. De Klerk’s death sparks debate over his role in apartheid 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z The recall attempts were related to his lowering of the flag to half-staff to honor students killed at Kent State, his appointment of a new City Light superintendent and his firing of the fire chief. Ballots in recall of Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant are mailed to District 3 voters 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asked that flags flown at half-staff in May after more 200 children’s remains were found buried at what was once Canada’s largest Indigenous residential school. Canada raises flags after months of honoring Indigenous 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z Gwangju and several other cities and provincial governments refused to raise flags half-staff or set up memorial altars for Roh in accordance with state funeral procedures. South Koreans send off former President Roh in small funeral 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z Gordon ordered U.S. flags in the state to be flown at half-staff to honor McCollum, who died in his first deployment. A Wyoming farewell for Marine killed in Afghanistan bombing 2021-10-24T04:00:00Z The flag outside the Hollywood Police Department was lowered to half-staff. Man arrested in fatal shooting of South Florida officer 2021-10-18T04:00:00Z Officials in Harris County, Texas, have ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of a deputy who was shot and killed Saturday in an ambush attack that left two other deputies wounded. Flags will be flown at half-staff for Texas officer killed in ambush that wounded 2 other deputies 2021-10-17T04:00:00Z On Friday, Biden ordered flags to be flown at half-staff as a tribute to the fallen. Biden commemorates police officers killed: ‘There’s too much pain. There’s too much loss.’ 2021-10-16T04:00:00Z Flags were lowered to half-staff at 10 Downing Street. British lawmaker dies after being stabbed multiple times while meeting constituents 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z Many flags across the normally bucolic town far from the bustle of the capital flew at half-staff, and grief-stricken residents placed candles and flowers at a makeshift memorial in the town square. Bow-and-Arrow Rampage in Norway Treated as Apparent Terrorist Attack 2021-10-14T04:00:00Z Flags in Kongsberg were flying at half-staff, and mourners placed flowers and lighted candles in the town’s center. Norway bow-and-arrow attack that killed five people appears to be ‘terrorist act,’ police say 2021-10-13T04:00:00Z “It seems like the flags are always flying at half-staff.” Anger in U.S. Customs and Border Protection as federal vaccine mandate looms 2021-10-08T04:00:00Z American flags across the country had been lowered to half-staff to honor the 13 U.S. troops killed there by a suicide bomber. U.S. Troops Are Still Deploying to Iraq, Even as Afghan War Ends 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z Flags are to fly at half-staff during the mourning period, the president’s office said. Algeria gives disgraced ex-leader Bouteflika 3-days mourning 2021-09-18T04:00:00Z These days, its enormous flag flies at half-staff. With prayers and promises, a California city remembers a fallen Marine 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z The Greek flag was lowered to half-staff at the Acropolis as three days of national mourning were declared. This week’s passages 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z In multiple states, governors ordered flags lowered to half-staff. Among the Troops Who Died, Two Women on the Front Line 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z In a separate post, Parker showed the American flag on the restaurant’s rooftop at half-staff, along with a chilling caption. Texas Roadhouse in Kentucky honors 13 US service members slain in Kabul bombing with touching photo 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z President Biden ordered U.S. flags to half-staff across the country in honor of the 13. 'RHONJ' alum Rosie Pierri praises US soldiers in Afghanistan: 'God bless them' 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z Biden ordered U.S. flags to half-staff across the country in honor of the 13. U.S. strikes Islamic State in retaliation for Kabul bombing 2021-08-27T04:00:00Z He ordered flags at the White House and public buildings around the country to be lowered to half-staff. U.S. strikes Islamic State in Afghanistan after deadly Kabul attack 2021-08-28T04:00:00Z He asked for a moment of silence to honor the service members, bowing his head, and ordered U.S. flags to half-staff across the country. Biden vows to finish Kabul evacuation, avenge US deaths 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered that flags at the Pentagon be flown at half-staff. George Gonzalez, proud New Yorker and police officer, had served his country since graduating from high school 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z He ordered flags at the Pentagon to half-staff to honor the slain officer. Slain Pentagon officer was attacked Tuesday without provocation, FBI says 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z Flags flew at half-staff at the Brooklyn Police Department in Illinois on Wednesday following the death of a police officer who authorities say was trying to stop a driver from eluding capture. Illinois police officer struck, killed by suspect's vehicle, police say; manhunt on for driver 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z Later Tuesday, the Pentagon Force Protection Agency issued a statement confirming the loss of the officer, and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed his condolences and said flags at the Pentagon will be flown at half-staff. Officer dead, suspect killed in violence outside Pentagon 2021-08-04T04:00:00Z He ordered flags at the Pentagon to half-staff to honor the officer. Pentagon police officer killed during encounter outside U.S. military headquarters, officials say 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z The governor ordered that flags at all state buildings fly at half-staff Saturday in Dindinger’s honor. EMT wounded by gunman in Arizona shooting rampage dies 2021-07-30T04:00:00Z All non-essential tribal activity at the reservation was halted Tuesday in response to the officer’s death, the station reported, and tribal offices and businesses were directed to lower flags to half-staff. Minnesota police officer’s shooting death on Indian reservation prompts FBI probe: report 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z In an order, it called for the national flag to be flown at half-staff, and for nightclubs and other establishments to remain closed. ‘Together, We Can Become a Force’: Haitians Seek Change After Assassination 2021-07-13T04:00:00Z The stars and stripes outside were flying at half-staff in honor of Carter’s vice president, Walter Mondale, who died in April at 93. Luminaries and regular folks help the Carters celebrate a big milestone in their small town 2021-07-10T04:00:00Z Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resisted calls to cancel virtual celebrations, but said the Canadian flag on the Peace Tower in Ottawa would remain at half-staff. Celebrations of Canada’s national day muted amid furor over unmarked graves 2021-07-01T04:00:00Z "My prayers are with Officer Apple’s family and the entire Pea Ridge community during this time. I have ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in tribute to Officer Apple." Arkansas police officer dead after run over, dragged by vehicle; 2 suspects in custody 2021-06-27T04:00:00Z Philippine flags were lowered at half-staff in government buildings. Philippine democracy scion, ex-leader Benigno Aquino dies 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, a Republican, announced on Saturday that all U.S. and Alaska flags will fly at half-staff in honor of Fink on a date to be determined by his family. Tom Fink, ex-Anchorage mayor, speaker of House, dies at 92 2021-06-06T04:00:00Z Flags at all federal buildings are at half-staff. Canada: Bodies at Indigenous school not isolated incident 2021-05-31T04:00:00Z The Italian region of Piedmont observed a minute of silence at noon Sunday, and flags were flying at half-staff to mark the moment one week ago when the disaster struck. Judge: Blame in Italy cable car deaths rests with technician 2021-05-30T04:00:00Z President Joe Biden ordered the U.S. flag at the White House and other locations to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Sunday to honor the shooting victims, according to a White House statement. California vigil to honor San Jose shooting victims Thursday, mayor says 2021-05-27T04:00:00Z Biden issued a statement noting that “yet again,” he had to order flags flown at half-staff in honor of shooting victims. Public transit worker fatally shot 8, then killed himself at San Jose rail yard, authorities say 2021-05-26T04:00:00Z And according to the U.S. flag code, “The flag shall be flown at half-staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day, unless that day is also Armed Forces Day.” Biden disrespected cops with flag directive for Peace Officers Memorial Day, Sununu says 2021-05-15T04:00:00Z Sheinbaum said flags would fly at half-staff on city government buildings and in the central Zocalo, to mourn those lost in the nation’s latest tragedy. Mexico City subway overpass collapses; at least 24 dead as metro cars topple 2021-05-04T04:00:00Z Flags flew at half-staff in Israel and its diplomatic missions abroad, and sports and cultural events were canceled. Officials scrutinized as Israel mourns 45 killed at festival 2021-05-02T04:00:00Z Flags will be flown at half-staff on Sunday at official state buildings as the country observes a day of national mourning. Recriminations Intensify After Deadly Israel Stampede 2021-05-01T04:00:00Z Our flag at the White House was still flying at half-staff for the 8 victims of the mass shooting in Georgia, when 10 more lives were taken in a mass shooting in Colorado. Text of Biden’s first address to joint session of Congress 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z Already he’s starting to see some signs of raised consciousness, notably in the flags flying at half-staff outside homes and businesses across Indianapolis and an “outpouring” of support to fundraisers for victims’ families. US Sikh community traumatized by yet another mass shooting 2021-04-20T04:00:00Z As vigils took place Saturday across Indianapolis, flags atop the Indiana Statehouse were at half-staff. FedEx Gunman Bought 2 Rifles After Police Seized His Shotgun, Chief Says 2021-04-17T04:00:00Z The mood was tense, with television crews crowded outside and flags that had already been lowered to half-staff. In a Spasm of Violence, Indianapolis Faces the Country’s Latest Mass Shooting 2021-04-16T04:00:00Z The president also ordered flags to be flown at half-staff last month after a string of shootings at massage parlors in Georgia left eight people dead, including six women of Asian descent. Biden orders flags to half-staff after Indiana FedEx shooting 2021-04-16T04:00:00Z After Prince Philip’s death, Britain entered eight days of national mourning, during which flags are being flown at half-staff. From William and Harry, Loving but Separate Tributes to Prince Philip 2021-04-12T04:00:00Z Players wore black armbands and flags at the stadium were lowered to half-staff. Man City stunned by 2-1 loss to Leeds in Premier League 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z Ardern directed that all flags on government buildings and naval vessels be flown at half-staff. The Latest: Gun salutes to mark Prince Philip’s death 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z Flags were lowered to half-staff at the racecourse in Liverpool as they were in London at Wembley Stadium, which is English football’s national stadium. 2 minute’s silence at sports to mark Prince Philip’s death 2021-04-09T04:00:00Z President Biden ordered flags at the White House to be flown at half-staff in honor of Officer Evans, and Speaker Nancy Pelosi ordered the same at the Capitol complex. Driver Rams Into Officers at Capitol, Killing One and Injuring Another 2021-04-02T04:00:00Z He directed flags at the White House to be lowered to half-staff. Officer killed in attack outside Capitol an 18-year veteran 2021-04-02T04:00:00Z News of Evans’s death prompted an outpouring of condolences from lawmakers and officials, including President Biden, who on Friday afternoon ordered White House flags to be lowered to half-staff. U.S. Capitol Police Officer William ‘Billy’ Evans killed in the line of duty 2021-04-02T04:00:00Z The government declared Monday a day of national mourning, with flags flying at half-staff. Economist who pulled Albania out of 1997 anarchy dead at 58 2021-03-29T04:00:00Z The government declared Monday a day of national mourning, with flags flying at half-staff. Economist who pulled Albania out of 1997 anarchy dead at 58 2021-03-29T04:00:00Z Embassy in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has lowered its flag to half-staff in honor of the victims, noting Stanisic’s roots in the country. ‘The world got dimmer’: Shooting victims’ lives remembered 2021-03-25T04:00:00Z At the White House, Biden ordered the flags lowered to half-staff. Biden urges gun controls as another mass shooting alters his pandemic-relief tour 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z “We can’t fly a flag at half-staff and it’s old, very old, and it’s needing some things we can’t do with it in its present condition, so it’s easier to replace it,” Smith said. Old Glory to get new flagpole on Mississippi River bridge 2021-03-21T04:00:00Z Will the U.S. flag, flying at half-staff for our Atlanta dead, make a difference? Tracy Quan: Don't forget — the Atlanta shooting is a hate crime against sex workers 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z Also Thursday, Biden directed that flags be flown at half-staff through sunset Monday in honor of the dead. Biden and Harris to focus on shootings during Georgia trip 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Biden orders US flags at the White House, public buildings and military facilities to be flown at half-staff “as a mark of respect for victims of the senseless acts of violence”: Atlanta shootings: House holds hearing as representative warns of 'crisis point' for Asian Americans – latest updates 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Flags flew at half-staff around the country and public authorities observed a minute of silence. Italy honors COVID dead on Bergamo army convoy anniversary 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z The governor ordered the state flag to fly at half-staff during the day from sunrise until sunset. Md. governor proclaims ‘COVID-19 Day of Remembrance’ on 1-year anniversary of state’s first cases 2021-03-05T05:00:00Z He also ordered the town of Palm Beach and the State Capitol in Tallahassee to fly their flags at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday -- and those flags were lowered. DeSantis' office says Rush Limbaugh flag tribute ignored by Palm Beach County in 'petty' move 2021-02-25T05:00:00Z The county’s courthouse flags remained at full staff, ignoring Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Tuesday afternoon order directing its U.S. and Florida flags to be flown at half-staff. County defies Florida governor, refuses to lower flags for Rush Limbaugh 2021-02-24T05:00:00Z President Biden issues a proclamation on the killings in Atlanta, ordering flags to half-staff until March 22. Atlanta shootings: House holds hearing as representative warns of 'crisis point' for Asian Americans – latest updates 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Flags at Italian government buildings flew at half-staff as tributes poured in for the two men. Congo, Italy dispatch investigators into ambassador’s death 2021-02-23T05:00:00Z Somber reminders will endure for the rest of the week, with flags flying at half-staff at all federal buildings, parks and other properties. Biden honors covid-19 victims amid staggering toll, signs of hope 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z The country passed the grim toll around 5 p.m., and bells began tolling at the National Cathedral, resounding across a capital with flags lowered to half-staff. Biden Marks Covid Milestone in Emotional White House Ceremony 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z He also ordered the Town of Palm Beach and the State Capitol in Tallahassee to fly their flags at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday. County defies Florida governor, refuses to lower flags for Rush Limbaugh 2021-02-24T05:00:00Z “When there’s things of this magnitude, once the date of interment for Rush is announced, we’re going to be lowering the flags to half-staff,” DeSantis said at a Friday news conference in Palm Beach County. In Rush Limbaugh’s home state, a flap over lowering flags 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z “Lowering to half-staff the flag of the United States of America is a sacred honor that pays respect to fallen heroes and patriots,” Ms. Fried said in a statement. Florida’s agriculture commissioner refuses to lower flags to honor Rush Limbaugh 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z "What we do when there's things of this magnitude," DeSantis said, lamenting Limbaugh's death, "once the date of internment for Rush is announced, we're going to be lowering the flags to half-staff." Florida to fly flags at half-mast for Rush Limbaugh on Ron DeSantis' order 2021-02-19T05:00:00Z The track lowered its huge American flag in the infield to half-staff after the race. AP Was There: Earnhardt killed in 2001 Daytona 500 crash 2021-02-11T05:00:00Z Polis made the decision to mark the death of Schwartzenberger by ordering flags at half-staff on Saturday, The Gazette reported Friday. Flags lowered in Colorado for FBI agent killed in Florida 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z He directed flags to be flown at half-staff on Sunday at the courthouse, Weston City Hall and the State Capitol in honor of Alfin. FBI to honor slain agents at Hard Rock Stadium in Tampa 2021-02-06T05:00:00Z As flags at the FBI Miami Field Office remained lowered at half-staff Wednesday, a new report indicated the suspect used a doorbell camera and allegedly fired at agents through the door. FBI agents killed in Florida: Suspect reportedly used doorbell cam, fired assault rifle through closed door 2021-02-03T05:00:00Z New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo directed flags on state buildings be flown at half-staff on Thursday to pay tribute to the National Guard members. Remains of troops killed in NY helicopter crash recovered 2021-01-21T05:00:00Z The law-and-order Trump administration’s only comment was to lower the White House flag to half-staff on Sunday. Editorial Roundup: US 2021-01-13T05:00:00Z Shortly after noon Tuesday, no one answered the door at Leffingwell’s modest, light gray house about a mile north of Seattle’s Wedgwood Elementary School, where an American flag fluttered at half-staff. Ex-Washington National Guardsman among first indicted in attack on U.S. Capitol 2021-01-12T05:00:00Z On Sunday, Mr. Trump ordered flags lowered to half-staff to honor both Officers Sicknick and Liebengood — though he issued no personal statement offering condolence to either. Opinion | Officers Sicknick and Liebengood showed what real patriotism looks like 2021-01-11T05:00:00Z Trump only belatedly ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor an officer who gave his life defending the Capitol, and couldn’t be bothered to describe the officer’s actions. Analysis: Trump abdicating in the job he fought to retain 2021-01-11T05:00:00Z There were increasing calls for Trump to order flags to be flown at half-staff on federal facilities after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ordered the same for the Capitol following Sicknick’s death. Trump orders flags lowered to honor two Capitol police officers 2021-01-10T05:00:00Z Flags at the Capitol building were lowered to half-staff on Friday, under an order from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, California Democrat. Trump hasn’t contacted slain officer’s family, lowered flags in his honor: reports 2021-01-10T05:00:00Z His ultimate idea — an American flag at half-staff, backgrounded by such Washington landmarks as the Capitol building in silhouette — has just become his first cover for the New Yorker magazine. New Yorker cover captures a nation’s mourning after Capitol riot 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ordered flags at the Capitol to fly at half-staff in his memory. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick's family says his death should not be political 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ordered flags at the Capitol to be flown at half-staff to honor him. Capitol Police officer killed in line of duty could lie in honor at Capitol Rotunda, sources say 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z A Florida sheriff’s office is flying flags at half-staff and its deputies are wearing mourning bands Friday to honor the U.S. Florida sheriff's office pays tribute to US Capitol Police officer who died after riot 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z He directed his grieving employees to lower the state flag to half-staff in her honor. Isolated residents and an overwhelmed hospital: Covid-19 hits Western Maryland 2020-12-28T05:00:00Z Edwards, a Democrat, said he had ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on the day of Letlow’s funeral. A Congressman-Elect From Louisiana Died From COVID-19 Complications 2020-12-29T05:00:00Z "We will forever keep his legacy alive to serve as inspiration for future generations. The Hall of Fame flag will be flown at half-staff in Kevin's memory." Pro football Hall of Famer Kevin Greene dead at 58 2020-12-21T05:00:00Z “We will forever keep his legacy alive to serve as inspiration for future generations. The Hall of Fame flag will be flown at half-staff in Kevin’s memory.” HOF linebacker, pass rush great Kevin Greene dies at 58 2020-12-21T05:00:00Z "Effective Friday morning, Volusia Sheriff deputies will wear mourning bands, and all our flags will fly at half-staff in honor of Officer Sicknick," he added. Florida sheriff's office pays tribute to US Capitol Police officer who died after riot 2021-01-08T05:00:00Z The Italian soccer federation said it would fly flags at half-staff in a sign of mourning. Paolo Rossi, who led Italy to 1982 World Cup, dies at 64 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z City flags were ordered lowered to half-staff immediately. West Virginia police officer dies 2 days after being shot 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the duration of time indicated, the governor’s office said. Flags ordered to fly at half-staff in honor of Army soldier 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z Monday also marked the first day for flags across the state to fly at half-staff. New Mexico marks high for COVID-19 hospitalizations 2020-11-02T05:00:00Z The Mexican flag is to be lowered to half-staff and an ofrenda will be assembled in the presidential palace to honor the dead. Day of the Dead celebrations to be muted when Mexicans need them more than ever 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z Virginia state flags were ordered to fly at half-staff to honor the late Bernard S. Cohen, a lawyer who won the landmark case that struck down state laws forbidding interracial marriage. Opinion | The unfinished work of Bernard Cohen 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z Parson ordered U.S. and Missouri flags at government buildings in Dunklin County to fly at half-staff Tuesday in honor of Groves, who was with the Kennett department for 35 years. Hospitalizations still rising in Missouri, prompting worries 2020-10-20T04:00:00Z After the murder of George Floyd, I encouraged my incoming fifth graders to write letters with me to Washington Gov. Jay Inslee asking for permission to lower our school flag to half-staff on Oct. Lower the flag for George Floyd and every Black person killed by police, two fifth-grade students in Seattle say, ‘but please do not stop there.’ 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z But beyond the confines of the Rose Garden, the flags continue to fly at half-staff for Ginsburg. Perspective | Notorious ACB? No and no. Trump’s nominee is no RBG. 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z The White House, which had lowered its flags to half-staff on Friday night in honor of Justice Ginsburg’s passing, did not reply to a request for comment. Ginsburg Expected to Lie in Repose at the Supreme Court 2020-09-19T04:00:00Z The U.S. flag behind the south goal was at half-staff in honor of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died Friday. Griffin Yow, 17, gets his first MLS goal as D.C. United rallies to a 2-2 draw with Toronto FC 2020-09-19T04:00:00Z Flags at city facilities will be flown at half-staff for a week, officials said. Three-term Carson City Mayor Robert Crowell dies at 74 2020-09-12T04:00:00Z Across the country, flags were flown at half-staff and bells tolled -- a sad visual and solemn sound of collective mourning for those killed in America's deadliest terrorist attack. America marks 19 years since 9/11, under coronavirus precautions 2020-09-11T04:00:00Z Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset, his office said. Holcomb: Fly flags at half-staff Friday for Patriots Day 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z He ordered flags at all state office buildings be flown at half-staff for a week beginning on Thursday. Kentucky surpasses 1,000 coronavirus-related deaths 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z He became furious at seeing flags lowered to half-staff. Trump Faces Uproar Over Reported Remarks Disparaging Fallen Soldiers 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z Sununu directed all flags on public buildings and grounds in New Hampshire to fly at half-staff. Stephen Merrill, former New Hampshire governor, dies at 74 2020-09-06T04:00:00Z The Indians flew the flags at Progressive Field at half-staff and a moment of silence was held before the game to honor Cleveland Det. Burnes strong, Hiura drives in 3 as Brewers down Indians 7-1 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z Holcomb also requested businesses and residents across the state to lower their flags to half-staff in remembrance of the victims of the Sept. 11 terror attacks. Holcomb: Fly flags at half-staff Friday for Patriots Day 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z Flags will fly at half-staff on Sunday, the day of his funeral at the Cathedral Basilica. Flags at half-staff to honor slain St. Louis officer 2020-09-04T04:00:00Z The Atlantic also reported that Trump was angered that flags were flown at half-staff for McCain, saying: “What the f—- are we doing that for? Guy was a f—-ing loser.” Report: Trump disparaged US war dead as ‘losers,’ ‘suckers’ 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z It also reported that Trump was angered that flags were flown at half-staff for McCain, saying: “What the f—- are we doing that for? Guy was a f—-ing loser.” Report: Trump disparaged US war dead as ‘losers,’ ‘suckers’ 2020-09-03T04:00:00Z After the court’s decision, a video went viral of the killed soldier’s devastated father lowering the Israeli flag to half-staff in protest of the ruling. Rare Israeli ruling against practice of demolishing homes of Palestinians accused of violence 2020-08-19T04:00:00Z When McCain died on a Saturday in 2018, the Trump administration lowered the American flag over the White House to half-staff but then raised it by Monday. AP Exclusive: Cindy McCain video on Joe Biden to air at DNC 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Above his casket, an American flag flew at half-staff. 'He never yielded': mourners pay respects to John Lewis outside Capitol 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z Edwards, a Democrat who served in the House with Howard, said he was ordering flags to be flown at half-staff at the Louisiana Capitol and other state buildings on the day Howard is buried. Former Vernon Parish state lawmaker and sheriff has died 2020-07-27T04:00:00Z But the move was greeted with mourning in neighboring Greece, where hundreds of Orthodox Christian churches across the nation flew flags at half-staff and bells tolled. First prayers held at Hagia Sophia after Turkey converts it from museum to mosque 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z Kemp declared flags in the state will be at half-staff until sunset of the day of Lewis’s funeral. Democrats pick shortlist to replace John Lewis and face Republican pardoned by Trump 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z Kemp declared flags in Georgia will be at half-staff until sunset of the day of Lewis’ funeral. Applications taken for 1 day to replace Rep Lewis on ballot 2020-07-19T04:00:00Z Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor Lewis — as required by law for sitting members of Congress. Rights activists, political leaders mourn Rep. John Lewis 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor Lewis - as required by law for sitting members of Congress. Rights activists, political leaders mourn Rep. John Lewis 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z The administration lowered the American flag over the White House to half-staff, but then raised it again two days later. 14 hours later, Trump says he is ‘saddened’ by Lewis’ death 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z In the statement, released late Saturday morning, the White House ordered flags flown at half-staff to respect the memory of Mr. Lewis and his “longstanding public service.” Detractors slam Trump for being slow to comment on John Lewis’s death 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z Trump had already issued a White House proclamation shortly after 11 a.m. to lower American flags to half-staff nationwide “as a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding public service” of Lewis. President Trump pays tribute to John Lewis, a 'civil rights hero' 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z Trump ordered flags at half-staff at the White House and all federal public buildings and grounds, including embassies abroad and all military posts and naval stations, throughout the day Saturday. Remembering John Lewis, rights icon and `American hero’ 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z “All Sheriff's Office installations will fly the American flag at half-staff during this mourning period,” he added. Florida sheriff, deputies will now 'pay tribute' to every fallen police officer in the US 2020-07-13T04:00:00Z Sisolak previously ordered that flags to be flown at half-staff on four days in late March and said Wednesday he wanted the state to again recognize Jenkins “for his commendable service.” Flags at half-staff to honor slain Highway Patrol sergeant 2020-07-08T04:00:00Z Are you a flag at half-staff on the top of a barn? Opinion | Are you a logger, or does Tom Cotton think you shouldn’t vote? 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z But when we started to head up the ramp, all the crew and passengers had masked up, though some wore them at half-staff, exposing their noses while covering their mouths. Flying now: not so crowded, not so germy, not so friendly 2020-06-13T04:00:00Z Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff Friday for Pulse Remembrance Day, and he asked Floridians to pause for a moment in the morning to remember the Pulse victims. Virtual ceremony for 4th anniversary of nightclub massacre 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z A government spokesman, Prosper Ntahorwamiye, called for calm and announced seven days of mourning during which flags would be flown at half-staff. President of Burundi, Pierre Nkurunziza, 55, Dies of Heart Attack 2020-06-09T04:00:00Z The governor of North Carolina ordered flags to be raised at half-staff on Saturday in Floyd’s honor. Mourners to remember George Floyd as further protests expected across US 2020-06-06T04:00:00Z In the United States, President Trump ordered flags on federal buildings and monuments lowered to half-staff for three days in May. Spain marks 10 days of mourning for covid victims while celebrating a return to normal life 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z Officials ordered the flag outside the combined city hall and county courthouse to be flown at half-staff. For George Floyd, an emotional final farewell 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z Beginning last month, Loudoun flew its own flag at half-staff at county facilities every Monday from dawn to dusk. Montgomery, Prince George’s will take steps to reopen June 1; more than 96,000 jobless claims filed last week in region 2020-05-28T04:00:00Z Gov. Doug Burgum said the U.S. and state flags will be flown at half-staff from dawn to dusk as a sign of respect and honor on the day of the fallen officer’s burial. Hundreds at vigil for victims of fatal Grand Forks shooting 2020-05-28T04:00:00Z Flags will be hoisted to half-staff in more than 14,000 public buildings across the country and on Spanish naval vessels until 5 June. Coronavirus latest: at a glance 2020-05-27T04:00:00Z Flags will be hoisted to half-staff in more than 14,000 public buildings across the nation and on Spanish naval vessels until June 5, under the declaration made Tuesday. Spain to mourn virus victims for unprecedented 10-day period 2020-05-26T04:00:00Z Businesses would close and flags flew at half-staff to remember the lost soldiers of that war. New Yorkers Embark on a Summer of Uncertainty 2020-05-25T04:00:00Z He ordered flags to be displayed at half-staff on Monday until noon for Memorial Day. Montana’s unemployment rate in April reaches 11.3% 2020-05-22T04:00:00Z President Trump said Thursday that he ordered all flags on federal buildings to be lowered to half-staff for three days in memory of Americans lost to coronavirus. Trump orders flags on federal buildings lowered for 3 days in memory of those killed by coronavirus 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z Sisolak’s order directs that flags be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday. Nevada flags to fly at half-staff Monday to honor Roy Horn 2020-05-16T04:00:00Z The flag will fly at half-staff Friday for Fallen Heroes Day and Saturday for Healthcare Heroes Day, returning to full-staff at sunset on Sunday. Bowser announces deals to open hospitals to address disparity in health care access 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z The flag was lowered to half-staff outside the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust building, the BBC reported, as workers at hospitals across the country took a brief pause. UK holds minute of silence for healthcare workers who died from coronavirus, families to receive $78K each 2020-04-28T04:00:00Z Offices will be allowed to reopen at half-staff on May 4. Colorado Gov. Polis defends decision to reopen despite resistance from Denver, counties 2020-04-26T04:00:00Z On Monday, Memorial Day, flags would fly at half-staff to honor military veterans who lost their lives in combat. Trump orders flags on federal buildings lowered for 3 days in memory of those killed by coronavirus 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z Gov. Mike Parson on Tuesday also ordered the U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City in honor of 69-year-old Billy Birmingham. Flags to fly at half-staff to honor EMT who died from virus 2020-04-21T04:00:00Z The flag was lowered to half-staff at the county’s public safety center as officials observed a moment of silence. Md.’s chief judge directs courts to identify at-risk inmates for potential release; ‘several’ die at McLean facility 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z In addition, she said, flags will be flown at half-staff until Sunday. Hogan predicts drastic budget cuts, freezes non-coronavirus state spending; D.C. mayor says stay home over Easter weekend 2020-04-10T04:00:00Z Mayor Muriel Bowser on Friday ordered flags to fly half-staff across the city to honor those who have died from coronavirus and the two Metropolitan Police officers who died this week. Flags across the District to fly at half staff 2020-04-10T04:00:00Z The American flag flies at half-staff on federal buildings typically when the whole nation is in mourning. Trump orders flags on federal buildings lowered for 3 days in memory of those killed by coronavirus 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z Flags will be at half-staff Wednesday at government buildings in Jackson, Cass, Clay and Platte counties. Flags to fly at half-staff to honor EMT who died from virus 2020-04-21T04:00:00Z Cuomo, who ordered all flags in New York state flown at half-staff, said that people need to remain vigilant and disciplined about social distancing. New York coronavirus curve 'flattening,' Cuomo says as state sees highest single day death toll 2020-04-08T04:00:00Z Wolf ordered flags at all state buildings and grounds to be lowered to half-staff until further notice to honor victims of the pandemic. Pennsylvania says short-term rental owners ignoring shutdown 2020-04-08T04:00:00Z On Friday, Gov. Philip D. Murphy ordered that all flags be flown at half-staff. The Nurse Was Holding Up. Then Her 3 Close Relatives Were Brought In. 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z Typically, in observance of Memorial Day the flag is to fly at half-staff from sunrise until noon and then is raised to full height from noon until sunset. Trump orders flags on federal buildings lowered for 3 days in memory of those killed by coronavirus 2020-05-21T04:00:00Z The Hall of Fame flag on the museum’s campus in Canton, Ohio, will be flown at half-staff in Mitchell’s memory. Sunday’s Sports in Brief 2020-04-06T04:00:00Z The Hall of Fame flag on the museum’s campus will be flown at half-staff in Mitchell’s memory. Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Mitchell dies at 84 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z Flags flew at half-staff, and alarms and horns sounded for three minutes starting at 10 a.m. Coronavirus Live Updates: Trump Warns of ‘a Lot of Death’ While Also Revisiting Easter Sunday Services 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z In Beijing, President Xi Jinping led other top officials, all dressed in black suits with white carnations, as they bowed before a flag at half-staff. China honors coronavirus victims with 3 minutes of reflection, 'wail of grief' 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z Entertainment activities stopped, flags flew at half-staff, and alarms and horns sounded for three minutes starting at 10 a.m. China Pushes for Quiet Burials as Coronavirus Death Toll Is Questioned 2020-04-03T04:00:00Z On Saturday, national flags will be lowered to half-staff at 10 a.m. while air raid sirens and the horns of cars, trains and ships will “wail in grief,” the official Xinhua News Agency said. Vendors return in Wuhan as China prepares virus memorial 2020-04-03T04:00:00Z Flags in Holyoke, a city of 40,000 around 90 miles west of Boston, were lowered to half-staff on Tuesday in honor of the veterans who died. Coronavirus Spreads in Veterans’ Home, Leaving ‘Shuddering Loss for Us All’ 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Buildings across the country flew flags at half-staff in a sign of solidarity with families who have lost loved ones to the virus. U.S. death toll from the coronavirus passes 3,700, as authorities say worst is yet to come 2020-03-31T04:00:00Z Spain entered a period of mourning Sunday, with the government ordering that flags be flown at half-staff and a minute of silence be observed every day to pay respects for the dead. Spain becomes third-most coronavirus-infected country as restrictions tighten 2020-03-30T04:00:00Z Gov. Bill Lee declared an emergency, sent the National Guard to assist search-and-rescue efforts and ordered flags over the state Capitol to fly at half-staff until Friday for those killed. Tennessee tornado was 'violent' EF-4 that hit Putnam County with 175 mph winds, left 18 dead 2020-03-05T05:00:00Z Governor Bill Lee said on Twitter that flags at the state capitol would be flown at half-staff until Friday. After deadly tornadoes, Tennessee rescue teams search for survivors 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z Flags on public buildings were lowered to half-staff. Far-Right Shooting Shatters an Already Fragile Sense of Security in Germany 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z The Cooper administration ordered U.S. and North Carolina flags at state buildings to fly at half-staff through Friday to honor Johnson. North Carolina state Rep. Linda Johnson dies at age 74 2020-02-19T05:00:00Z White Mountain Apache Chairwoman Gwendena Lee-Gatewood declared Monday a day of mourning and ordered flags to be flown at half-staff until the day after his funeral. Arizona tribal police officer killed while responding to reports of ‘shots fired’ near casino, sheriff says 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z The Hall of Fame said the flag at the museum in Canton, Ohio, will be flown at half-staff in memory of Wood. Willie Wood, Hall of Famer who played for Vince Lombardi’s Packers, dies at 83 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z The flag at the Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, will be flown at half-staff in Wood’s memory. Willie Wood, Packers great and Hall of Fame DB, dies at 83 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z Hamilton County lowered its flags to half-staff in honor of Portune, who became one of the longest-serving Democrats in the Cincinnati region’s history. Hundreds attend funeral for Cincinnati-area Democrat 2020-02-03T05:00:00Z Cooper ordered the flags be flown at half-staff starting Monday in honor of Spc. Governor orders flags lowered for NC soldier killed in Syria 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z On the road to Kinglake, the flag on the new Country Fire Authority station flies at half-staff out of respect for those that have lost their lives, including firefighters. ‘It’s triggering’: Australian community razed by fire dreads a sequel to its darkest hour 2020-01-15T05:00:00Z Flags were flown at half-staff Monday throughout West Hollywood in memory of Leist. Sheriff's detective was killed after helping someone in need 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z But there were no public condolences or flags at half-staff to honor those who died in the plane. Iran, United by Loss of General, Is Divided Over Plane Crash 2020-01-10T05:00:00Z Flags flew at half-staff in Iran and its embassies across the globe, concerts and sports events were canceled. Sorrow mixed with fear as Iran mourns Soleimani's death 2020-01-04T05:00:00Z As a show of respect, individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flags at half-staff. Governor orders flags lowered for NC soldier killed in Syria 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z Keller asked that flags in Albuquerque be flown at half-staff Thursday. Albuquerque City Councilor Ken Sanchez dead at 63 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z The governor said flags will remain at half-staff “as a mark of respect” from sunrise to sundown in Tallahassee, as well as at the Pinellas County courthouse and St. Petersburg City Hall. Florida governor orders flags at half-staff to honor airman 2019-12-20T05:00:00Z He suggested that Ms. Dingell had begged for him to lower American flags to half-staff and, apparently impersonating her, said: “Do this, do that, do that. Rotunda.” Debbie Dingell Gets Support From Another Widow Whose Husband Trump Has Mocked: Cindy McCain 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump had ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff for the longest-serving congressman in history. Debbie Dingell rips Trump over hell joke about her late husband 2019-12-18T05:00:00Z Flags are to remain at half-staff through sunset on Feb. 2. Governor orders flags lowered for NC soldier killed in Syria 2020-01-26T05:00:00Z The state of Michigan observes Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day by lowering flags to half-staff. Whitmer directs flags to half-staff for Pearl Harbor Day 2019-12-06T05:00:00Z Flags are flying at half-staff on public buildings around the country as Albania observes a national day of mourning. Albania death toll reaches 25 in quake aftermath 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z Here in Santa Clarita, in this park that is forever changed, people crumple to their knees before the flag flapping at half-staff. Stunned with grief after Saugus shooting: 'The scares and trauma we see on TV came to Santa Clarita' 2019-11-18T05:00:00Z At the memorial, candles, flowers and teddy bears encircled a pole with an American flag that was lowered to half-staff. Santa Clarita shooting: Detectives probe how teen got gun as community mourns 2019-11-16T05:00:00Z At the White House, the flag was lowered to half-staff. Former NAACP president running to take back Cummings' seat 2019-11-04T05:00:00Z To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. Whitmer directs flags to half-staff for Pearl Harbor Day 2019-12-06T05:00:00Z Mayor Inga Miller said flags would fly at half-staff, and that the city council would work to address the issue of “short-term rentals in our community”. ‘Horrific tragedy’: five dead at Halloween party in California Airbnb rental 2019-11-02T04:00:00Z Flags should be lowered to half-staff starting Monday - the day of his funeral - through Sunday. Whitmer orders flags lowered for a week to honor Conyers 2019-11-02T04:00:00Z He also ordered flags at the White House and other federal buildings to be flown at half-staff through Friday to honor Cummings. Cummings recalled as powerful orator who took on White House 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z He also ordered flags at the White House and other federal buildings to be flown at half-staff through Friday to honor Cummings. Cummings recalled as powerful orator who took on White House 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Hogan ordered flags flown at half-staff Thursday in honor of Cummings, whom he described as “a fierce advocate for civil rights and for Maryland for more than three decades.” ‘A singular voice’: Elijah Cummings remembered in Maryland, on Capitol Hill 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z As for flying the county flag at half-staff to mourn this loss, why do so for a yak and not for the countless deer and other animals who are killed by vehicles daily? Opinion | This yak deserved better 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z Flags on public buildings flew at half-staff on Monday and a minute of silence was held in schools and public offices at 3 p.m. France Honors Jacques Chirac With a Day of Mourning 2019-09-30T04:00:00Z Current Chairman Mike Boyce says flags at county government facilities will fly at half-staff until Lee’s funeral. Former Cobb Chairman behind Braves move has died 2019-09-30T04:00:00Z She said the county flag was flying at half-staff at the county courthouse in tribute to the yak. A yak named Meteor escaped while headed to a butcher. After weeks on the run, he was struck by a car. 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z The governor said flags at the Alabama Capitol will be placed at half-staff in his honor. Former Alabama congressman Jack Edwards dies at 91 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z Gov. Janet Mills — who is from Farmington and whose office said she knew the firefighter who died — ordered flags lowered to half-staff across the state. Propane blast in Maine town kills firefighter, levels building 2019-09-16T04:00:00Z With the American flag flying atop the White House at half-staff, Trump participated in a moment of silence on the South Lawn with first lady Melania Trump and dozens of members of the executive branch. Trump marks his 3rd 9/11 anniversary with war still raging 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z Michigan and U.S. flags within the state Capitol Complex in Lansing and at all state buildings will be lowered to half-staff. Events around Michigan to commemorate lives lost on 9/11 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z The flag over the Russian Embassy in Cairo is flying at half-staff in Kirpichenko’s memory. Russia’s ambassador to Egypt dies, aged 68 2019-09-02T04:00:00Z Across the state, flags were lowered to half-staff. Odessa-Midland shooting: Death toll rises to 7; shooter identified as 36-year-old Seth Ator - The Washington Post 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z The Hall of Fame flag in Canton, Ohio flew at half-staff to honor Langer. Ex-Dolphins Hall of Fame center Jim Langer dies at 71 2019-08-30T04:00:00Z It had flown at half-staff for 30 years elsewhere on the land to recognize the “global efforts of the nations of the world to live in peace,” according to a sign affixed to its flagpole. ‘Peace park’ removes United Nations flag after objections 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z Edwards, a Democrat mentored by Blanco, ordered flags at state buildings around Louisiana flown at half-staff through Blanco’s funeral, scheduled for Saturday. Kathleen Blanco: Louisiana gov brought down by Katrina dies 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z After mass shootings in Dayton, Ohio, and El Paso, Texas, the president ordered American flags to fly at half-staff until Aug. 8. Dan Bongino: Banish MSNBC analyst who compared Trump supporters to 'terrorist organization' 2019-08-15T04:00:00Z The attack prompted Garden Grove officials to lower their flags to half-staff on Thursday. Video shows part of Orange County knife rampage that left 4 dead 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z The “needless violence” of the past 11 days prompted Garden Grove officials to lower their flags to half-staff on Thursday, said Garden Grove police Lt. Two hours of terror in Orange County, with no easy answers 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z The Hollywood Bowl flags flew at half-staff Tuesday, and a requiem was the main business of the evening. Mozart's Requiem at the Hollywood Bowl takes on special relevance in tragic times 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z Photos from the scene Wednesday in McLean, Virginia, showed flags flying at half-staff. USA Today HQ evacuated after report of man with weapon 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z Individuals and businesses are also encouraged to fly their flags at half-staff. Utah governor orders flags lowered for mass shooting victims 2019-08-05T04:00:00Z The Democrat said Monday that flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on Thursday. Governor directs flags to fly at half-staff to honor victims 2019-08-05T04:00:00Z Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff in memory of the victims of the two shootings. Investigation ongoing into Texas shooting that left 20 dead 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z President Trump ordered all U.S. flags flown at half-staff at public buildings through Thursday. Southern California officials condemn mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton 2019-08-05T04:00:00Z Holcomb is directing flags be flown at half-staff from Sunday until Thursday. Indiana to fly flags at half-staff to honor shooting victims 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z He ordered flags to remain at half-staff through sunset on Thursday. President Trump orders flags flown at half-staff for victims of shootings in Texas and Ohio 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z Herbert’s office said in its announcement Friday of the honor for Stevens that individuals and businesses are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same period Tuesday. Utah governor order’s flag-lowering Tuesday for Stevens 2019-07-20T04:00:00Z Hutchinson ordered the United States flag and the state flag of Arkansas to fly at half-staff in Stephen’s honor. Arkansas sheriff's deputy after responding to domestic call, police say 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z The European Molecular Biology Laboratory announced that flags would be flown at half-staff Monday in Eaton’s honor. Greek man detained in US scientist's murder in Nazi bunker on Crete 2019-07-15T04:00:00Z He’s also asked Indiana businesses and residents to lower their flags half-staff. Indiana to fly flags at half-staff to honor shooting victims 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z President Trump on Sunday ordered flags flown at half-staff as a sign of respect for the victims of shootings this weekend in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. President Trump orders flags flown at half-staff for victims of shootings in Texas and Ohio 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z Flags in Ethiopia flew at half-staff Monday, which was declared a day of national mourning. Ethiopian general accused of leading coup attempt in north is killed in a firefight 2019-06-24T04:00:00Z Soon after the names were made public, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu ordered all flags on public buildings and grounds in the state to be flown at half-staff from dawn to dusk Monday. Motorcyclists killed in New Hampshire crash identified 2019-06-23T04:00:00Z Both flags will fly at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Friday. Korean War soldier’s remains return home, 60 years later 2019-06-21T04:00:00Z The American flag outside the graduation ceremony flew at half-staff, and new officers and veterans alike wore black bands across their badges. Slain Sacramento officer remembered at graduation ceremony 2019-06-20T04:00:00Z The rainbow pride flag at the Philadelphia Sheriff's Office was lowered to half-staff to honor his memory on Friday, and the one at City Hall will do the same. Philadelphia's first openly gay deputy sheriff found dead at his desk in apparent suicide 2019-06-09T04:00:00Z At the American cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer overlooking Omaha Beach, where U.S. troops poured ashore on June 6, 1944, as part of the Allied forces’ D-day landings, the flag was at half-staff. U.S. veterans find a warm welcome in Normandy 75 years after D-day 2019-06-04T04:00:00Z President Trump ordered that flags be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, and he tweeted his condolences and support for "that great community" of Virginia Beach. Virginia Beach police zero in on shooter's weapons cache and job background 2019-06-01T04:00:00Z The flag returned to half-staff later in the day. AP sources: White House wanted USS McCain moved for Trump 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z The Lebanese government declared two days of mourning starting Wednesday, during which flags will be flown at half-staff. Cardinal Nasrallah Butros Sfeir, spiritual leader during Lebanese civil war, dies at 98 2019-05-12T04:00:00Z The Lebanese government declared two days of mourning starting Wednesday, during which flags are being flown at half-staff, and Thursday a day off. Lebanese bid farewell to ex-cardinal at state funeral 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Flags outside Parlier’s former high school flew at half-staff in his memory Wednesday. Athletic outdoorsman, tech enthusiast killed in NC classroom 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Whitmer said she planned to order that all U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol complex and on all state buildings be lowered to half-staff on the day of the judge’s internment. The Latest: Politicians praise late Judge Damon J. Keith 2019-04-28T04:00:00Z Flag Code stating that it should remain at half-staff for another day. AP sources: White House wanted USS McCain moved for Trump 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z Madeira's regional government announced three days of mourning, when flags on public buildings are flown at half-staff. Bus carrying Germans crashes, kills 29 on Portugal's Madeira 2019-04-17T04:00:00Z Madeira’s regional government announced three days of mourning, when flags on public buildings are flown at half-staff. Bus carrying Germans crashes, kills 29 on Portugal’s Madeira 2019-04-17T04:00:00Z Hogan, a Republican, ordered flags flown at half-staff for Busch, calling him "a giant in our government." Maryland House Speaker Busch dies, a Chesapeake Bay defender 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z He ordered all Maryland flags to fly at half-staff until “she is laid to rest.” Local Digest: National Guard sergeant killed in collision on highway 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z Maine Gov. Janet Mills issued a statement on Twitter after the fatality, which said she ordered that U.S. and state of Maine flags be flown at half-staff across the state on Wednesday. Maine state trooper killed after being struck by detached wheel on interstate, officials say 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z State flags were flown at half-staff and later presented to the men's families. Tlingit Code Talkers feted in Alaska for World War II role 2019-03-27T04:00:00Z State flags were flown at half-staff and later presented to the men’s families. Tlingit Code Talkers feted in Alaska for World War II role 2019-03-27T04:00:00Z For his part, Trump approved the military transport of McCain’s body, and, after much criticism, ordered the flags to half-staff. 'I'm not a fan': Trump's grudge against John McCain continues even in death 2019-03-23T04:00:00Z The president’s response was to stall on issuing any proclamation of praise, or ordering flags to be flown at half-staff to commemorate the senator’s death. Months After John McCain’s Death, Trump Keeps Feud With Him Alive 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z The administration lowered the American flag over the White House to half-staff when McCain died on a Saturday, but then raised it by Monday. Trump’s criticism of McCain raises ire of some Republicans 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z Dutch flags flew at half-staff on government buildings. Dutch investigators say terrorism was a possible motive in Utrecht tram shooting 2019-03-19T04:00:00Z His government declared Monday a national day of mourning and ordered all flags to be flown at half-staff. Pakistani man who tried to stop New Zealand shooter to be given national award 2019-03-17T04:00:00Z In a statement on Hughes' passing, Gov. Larry Hogan said Wednesday that flags will be flown at half-staff until sunset of the day of interment. Ex-Maryland Gov. Harry R. Hughes dies at 92; served 2 terms 2019-03-13T04:00:00Z In a statement on Hughes’ passing Gov. Larry Hogan said Wednesday that flags will be flown at half-staff until sunset of the day of interment. Ex-Maryland Gov. Harry R. Hughes dies at 92; served 2 terms 2019-03-13T04:00:00Z Within hours of the crash, the mayor ordered that flags at city hall be lowered to half-staff to honor the family. Three Generations of a Canadian Family Died in Ethiopian Plane Crash 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z The Illinois state government building flew U.S. and state flags at half-staff on Tuesday in honor of McHenry, who tried to arrest Brown as part of a U.S. Texas Roadhouse honors fallen Illinois deputy with table setting 2019-03-12T04:00:00Z Environment Assembly, which opened Monday with flags at half-staff and a minute of silence for the victims. ‘In deep grief’: Aid workers, U.N. staff, tourists among victims in Ethiopia plane crash 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z He also said in an email to staff that flags at United Nations offices would fly at half-staff on Monday to honor the victims. The Victims of the Ethiopia Plane Crash 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z The U.N. flag flew at half-staff on Monday, and Ethiopia marked a day of mourning for all. A shredded book, a passport: What 157 victims left behind 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z A moment of silence and U.N. flags at half-staff marked the deaths that included several workers with U.N. and affiliated organizations. The Latest: UN holds moment of silence for crash victims 2019-03-11T04:00:00Z Flags at U.S. embassies and other facilities overseas also are ordered to half-staff. The Latest: US flags lowered to half-staff for John Dingell 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z “The least we can do is fly the flag at half-staff for him. He is a father of four, and his life is gone.” Americans Killed in Syria Were No Strangers to War 2019-01-19T05:00:00Z In Gdańsk, the city flag was lowered to half-staff and a mass was planned for later in the day. Mayor of Polish city dies after stabbing at charity event 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Residents placed flowers at a memorial outside the police department, where flags flew at half-staff. Rookie California officer ambushed and killed by gunman on bicycle 2019-01-12T05:00:00Z Residents placed flowers at a growing memorial outside the police department Friday, where flags flew at half-staff. Motive for slaying of California policewoman still a mystery 2019-01-11T05:00:00Z Flags hanging above the hotel flew at half-staff Wednesday in an extended mourning period declared by the hotel. Owner of famed French Riviera luxury hotel dies at 95 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z Flags across the city were flown at half-staff. New York Firefighter Dies After Falling 50 Feet From Overpass 2019-01-07T05:00:00Z If the District is treated like a state, she argues, U.S. flags would be flown at half-staff when the mayor dies, as is done in states when governors die. House leadership gives its blessing to D.C. statehood 2019-01-04T05:00:00Z Flags in Poland will be lowered to half-staff on public buildings and large sporting and entertainment events will be canceled. Czech mine explosion kills 13 as rescuers brave fire in attempt to recover bodies 2018-12-21T05:00:00Z The Venezuelan Professional Baseball League announced that flags would be flown at half-staff in all its stadiums and all three games scheduled for Friday had been canceled. MLB players killed in Venezuela crash may have been robbery targets, authorities say 2018-12-08T05:00:00Z Flags were lowered to half-staff across the state after his death Friday at age 94 at the home he shared with his late wife, Barbara, in Houston’s upscale Tanglewood neighborhood. Now it's Texas' time to bid farewell to George H.W. Bush 2018-12-05T05:00:00Z Canada will lower its national flag at Canadian federal buildings and Canadian offices in the U.S. to half-staff on Wednesday in honor of the late President George H.W. Canada to lower flags to half-staff in honor of George H.W. Bush 2018-12-04T05:00:00Z As an Air Force band played a hymn, and a blue Air Force flag flew at half-staff, the president’s casket was placed in a black hearse, which left for the Capitol at 4 p.m. George H.W. Bush makes his last journey to Washington 2018-12-03T05:00:00Z Burgum announced U.S. and state flags would be flown at half-staff according to law. Bush helped North Dakota celebrate centennial 2018-12-03T05:00:00Z Flags on public buildings are flying at half-staff for 30 days. George HW Bush casket to arrive in Washington before state funeral 2018-12-03T05:00:00Z Flags on public buildings are flying at half-staff for 30 days out of respect for Bush. Washington to pay respects, bid farewell to George H.W. Bush 2018-12-03T05:00:00Z At around midnight on Friday, after flags had been lowered to half-staff, dozens of people, many of them students, gathered around a fountain outside the presidential library for a hastily arranged vigil. Bush Found ‘Kindred Spirits’ at Texas A&M, His Final Resting Place 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Snyder also encouraged Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations to display the flag at half-staff. Snyder orders flags lowered to honor George H.W. Bush 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, President Trump declared Wednesday a national day of mourning and ordered flags on all public buildings to be lowered to half-staff for the next 30 days. D.C. readies for memorial events honoring late President George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z That town, Kennebunkport, Me., lowered its flags to half-staff on Saturday to honor the death of its most famous summer resident, former President George Bush. ‘We’ve Lost Both of Them’: Maine Town Grapples With Loss of George and Barbara Bush 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump has directed national flags to be displayed at half-staff for 30 days beginning on the day Mr. Bush died. George Bush Will Lie in State at the Capitol and Be Buried in Texas 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z Trump declared a period of national mourning and ordered American flags to be flown at half-staff for 30 days to honor a man of "sound judgment, common sense and unflappable leadership." Trumps to attend state funeral for George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z The City Hall flag flew at half-staff for five days after his death, according to the city of Leavenworth, and his name will be added to the city’s “Veteran’s Memorial Plaque.” Funeral services set for Sgt. Leandro Jasso, Washington soldier killed in Afghanistan 2018-11-30T05:00:00Z Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, a Republican, called Pastor “an Arizona trailblazer and true public servant” and ordered that flags lowered statewide to half-staff to recognize “the long-lasting impact he will leave on Arizona.” Ex-Rep. Ed Pastor, Arizona’s 1st Hispanic congressman, dies 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z Flags at all Terrible Herbst locations will be lowered at half-staff Wednesday. Terrible Herbst founder, Jerry Herbst, dies at age 80 2018-11-27T05:00:00Z Republican Gov. Nathan Deal ordered flags at the state Capitol and in Butts County to fly at half-staff Friday through Sunday. Mac Collins, pioneering rural Georgia Republican, dies at 74 2018-11-22T05:00:00Z He declared Wednesday a national day of mourning and ordered that flags be flown at half-staff. Explosion rips through large Sunni gathering in Kabul, killing at least 50 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z Utah Gov. Gary Herbert, who had ordered flags flown at half-staff for the funeral, attended. Utah town grieves for its mayor, who was killed in Afghanistan 2018-11-17T05:00:00Z Capitol flags will fly at half-staff the day of Hunt’s funeral. Former South Dakota House Speaker Roger Hunt dies at 80 2018-11-11T05:00:00Z He also ordered the White House flags to be flown at half-staff. After California shooting, Democrats vow to tackle gun violence 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z President Donald Trump praised police for their “great bravery” in the attack and ordered flags flown at half-staff in honor of the victims. Southern California city mourns in wake of bar massacre 2018-11-09T05:00:00Z The vigil was planned to be held around the flagpole, lowered to half-staff, but harsh winds pushed the gathering indoors. 'We have been drawn into this terror': At vigils, Thousand Oaks grieves 12 victims of mass shooting - Los Angeles Times 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z President Trump ordered the White House flag lowered to half-staff and applauded the response of local police, including Sgt. Ian David Long, California bar shooter, guns should have been confiscated, neighbor says 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z President Donald Trump praised police for their "great bravery" in the attack and ordered flags flown at half-staff in honor of the victims. Marine combat veteran kills 12 in rampage at California bar 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z He ordered flags flown at half-staff in honor of the victims. 'Horrific scene': 13 dead including gunman at California bar 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z A small memorial began to form on Sunday outside City Hall, below a soggy American flag lowered to half-staff. Utah Mayor Killed in Afghanistan Wanted to Serve ‘However I Can’ 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump ordered flags to fly at half-staff, after returning to Washington from Illinois on Saturday night. Pittsburgh Shooting Suspect, After Massacre, Said He ‘Wanted All Jews to Die’ 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo ordered U.S. and state flags on state buildings to fly at half-staff until sundown on Wednesday in honor of the victims of Saturday’s shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue. RI political, religious leaders condemn synagogue shooting 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z Holcomb is also asking residents and business to fly flags at half-staff until sunset on Wednesday. Indiana drops flags to half-staff to honor synagogue victims 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z President Trump has ordered flags on federal buildings to be flown at half-staff through Wednesday in “solemn respect” for the victims. Authorities identify victims of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z He called on Americans to rise above hate and ordered U.S. flags at the White House and public buildings to be flown at half-staff. Names of dead, possible motive to be released in mass shooting at... 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z King Abdullah II canceled a scheduled visit to Bahrain and the Royal Court ordered the Jordanian flag to fly at half-staff for three days of mourning. Death Toll in Jordan Flood Reaches 21, but Grief Quickly Turns to Anger 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z Shortly after returning to Washington late Saturday, Trump ordered flags at federal buildings throughout the country to be flown at half-staff until Oct. Trump calls Pittsburgh synagogue attack ‘evil’ anti-Semitism 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z Calling the shooting an “evil anti-Semitic attack,” Trump ordered flags at federal buildings throughout the U.S. to be flown at half-staff in respect for the victims. An open door and a massacre: Gunman kills 11 at synagogue 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z Calling the shooting an "evil anti-Semitic attack," Trump ordered flags at federal buildings throughout the U.S. to be flown at half-staff in respect for the victims. An open door and a massacre: Gunman kills 11 at synagogue 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z Trump ordered flags flown at half-staff at public grounds until sunset Wednesday in “solemn respect” for the victims, the White House said in a statement. Suspect in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting charged with 29 counts in deaths of 11 people 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z The king ordered the Jordanian flag at the palace's main entrance to fly at half-staff for three days in mourning for the victims of the flood. Death toll in Jordan flood rises to 20, mostly children 2018-10-26T04:00:00Z Gov. Tom Wolf ordered flags at the Capitol Complex and public buildings in Allegheny County lowered to half-staff. Ditka, prosecutor in Penn State child abuse case, dies 2018-10-17T04:00:00Z Flags will be flown at half-staff at IOC offices in Buenos Aires and its home city of Lausanne, Switzerland. Patrick Baumann, rising star in Olympic circles, dies at 51 2018-10-14T04:00:00Z Cooper directed Friday that U.S. and North Carolina flags fly at half-staff through late Sunday, the day of Morgan’s funeral. Cooper directs flags lowered for former co-speaker Morgan 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Haslam declared a day of mourning and ordered flags at half-staff in Campbell’s honor Friday. Tennessee sailor killed at Pearl Harbor to be laid to rest 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Haslam declared a day of mourning and ordered flags at half-staff in Campbell’s honor on Friday. Tennessee sailor killed at Pearl Harbor to be laid to rest 2018-10-12T04:00:00Z Flags will also be flown at half-staff on the Bloomington campus. Taliaferro, first black NFL draft pick, dies at 91 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z New York Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered flags in the state lowered to half-staff, adding on Twitter that “It is hard to fathom the extent of this tragedy.” Finger pointing begins in search for cause of New York limo crash 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z Flags on the Bloomington campus were lowered to half-staff through this weekend’s homecoming game against Iowa. George Taliaferro, 1st black drafted by NFL team, dies at 91 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z The State Police and the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident; the flag at the local ambulance company was flying at half-staff on Sunday. Limo Crash Kills 20 in Upstate New York; Nation’s Deadliest Accident in 9 Years 2018-10-07T04:00:00Z Reynolds asks that all U.S. flags be lowered to half-staff Thursday, from sunrise to sunset, to honor the late Lance Cpl. Iowa governor orders flags lowered to honor fallen Marine 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z Flags will fly at half-staff and entertainment activities will be canceled during the two-day funeral that starts Wednesday, the Communist Party and government announced. Vietnam to hold state funeral for President Tran Dai Quang 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z The Communist Party and government announcement said flags will fly at half-staff and entertainment activities will be canceled during the two-day funeral that starts Wednesday. Vietnam to hold state funeral for President Tran Dai Quang 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z Flags at California’s Capitol are flying at half-staff after a Sacramento County sheriff’s deputy was killed and a second wounded in a confrontation at a Pep Boys store. The Latest: Man accused of killing California deputy named 2018-09-18T04:00:00Z In New York, police officers gathered at the Midtown North Precinct, where flags were lowered to half-staff and names were read of colleagues who were lost rushing into buildings trying to save lives. Trump Honors Heroes of Flight 93 on Sept. 11 Anniversary 2018-09-11T04:00:00Z Flags are to remain at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Tuesday. Ducey orders flags lowered in remembrance of 9/11 victims 2018-09-11T04:00:00Z Assistant Principal Jody Emerson tells the Times Argus if the Black Lives Matter flag was up at that time, the flag would have been brushing the ground because the U.S. flag was at half-staff. Black Lives Matter flag returns to Vermont school flagpole 2018-09-05T04:00:00Z Trump had sparked outrage after he initially refused to issue a statement lauding the Vietnam POW as a “hero” and keep flags lowered to half-staff until his interment on Sunday. Arizona governor appoints ex-senator Jon Kyl to fill McCain’s seat 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z At one point, the U.S. flag atop the White House that had been at half-staff was raised back up, then lowered again after Trump drew fire from Congress and veterans. Washington comes together for McCain, with one exception 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Hours later, Trump abruptly changed course, begrudgingly issuing a proclamation honoring McCain and calling for flags to be flown at half-staff until the senator’s interment. Trump lashes out at social media companies over ‘political censorship,’ ‘rigged search results’ 2018-08-30T04:00:00Z He ordered flags on federal office buildings to fly at half-staff. On Google Maps a Senate office building was renamed for John McCain 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z And he ordered the White House flag to fly at half-staff for the week only after pressure from his staff, Republican lawmakers and veterans groups. Planning His Funeral, McCain Got the Last Word Against Trump 2018-08-30T04:00:00Z Trump also delayed the customary proclamation for flags to remain at half-staff longer than the two-day minimum. Senator John McCain's body to lie in state at Arizona state capitol 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z He even failed to issue the customary proclamation ordering U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff until the date of interment, until a chorus of criticism forced him to relent. Opinion | McCain Championed a Strong Senate 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z All he had to do was issue a pre-written statement honoring the heroic American’s lifetime of service and lower the flag to half-staff. It's not just governing: Trump struggles with ceremonial role, too 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z Trump issued a proclamation Monday afternoon ordering U.S. flags be flown at half-staff until McCain’s interment after pressure from veterans groups. Idaho Capitol waited for directive from Trump to lower flags 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z France also notably flew its flags at half-staff to mark the deaths of former US President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. A brief history of flag tributes and non-tributes 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z But under pressure from military veterans and members of Congress, Trump finally issued a statement on Monday saying he respected McCain’s service to the country and had ordered flags to half-staff. Senator John McCain's body to lie in state at Arizona state capitol 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z And now he was refusing to follow a tradition of leaving the flag at half-staff until interment. Trump turns McCain’s death into another political firestorm about Trump 2018-08-27T04:00:00Z For a brief moment Monday, Trump seemed to hear him, reversing an earlier and much criticized decision not to keep American flags on federal buildings at half-staff to honor McCain. Republicans’ anger at McCain speaks volumes about America’s tribal politics 2018-08-27T04:00:00Z The Idaho Statesman reports Otter’s office received calls on Monday asking why the U.S. flag atop the Capitol building wasn’t flying at half-staff after McCain died late Saturday afternoon. Idaho Capitol waited for directive from Trump to lower flags 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z |
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