Members of the public in the affected states are encouraged to participate by lowering flags at homes and businesses.

Private citizens are encouraged, but not required, to lower their personal flags in accordance with state proclamations.

Flags are at half-staff across Delaware until further notice to honor a state trooper who was killed in a shooting at a DMV ...

“Firefighter Bertz exemplified selflessness and courage in life, including choosing to donate his organs so that others may ...

However, these military flags are not traditionally displayed in the Oval Office. During most presidencies, two flags have been displayed behind the Resolute Desk: The American flag, and a flag ...

A reader asked through Curious Philly about the maintenance of the 109 flags on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

The coordinated gestures reflect a broader American tradition of paying tribute during moments of significant loss.