Dick Cheney, flags
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The U.S. Flag Code requires that flags be flown at half-staff after the death of a vice president, from the date of death until their interment. After the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney on November 3, flags across the country—including those at the White House and on federal buildings—were lowered starting November 4.
Gov. Tony Evers has ordered flags across Wisconsin to fly at half-staff for the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy.
Acting Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Kevin Lunday said hate symbols including swastikas and nooses remain prohibited as the service clarifies its existing policy.
Hundreds of flags were removed from a memorial set up on the Boston Common that honored transgender people who had been killed in recent years. November is Transgender Awareness Month, and the 20th is International Day of Remembrance. More than 400 transgender pride flags were installed by the Queer Neighborhood Council on Sunday afternoon.
Gov. Tony Evers has ordered flags to fly at half-staff Friday, Nov. 21 in recognition of the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy, according to a statement
A council has said St George's and union jack flags can stay up around a city despite mixed views from the public. Wakefield Council launched a public consultation two months ago after the flags were displayed across the district, similar to many other areas of the UK.
The funeral service for the former U.S. vice president, who died earlier this month, is Nov. 20. Speakers, time, location.