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

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

Four states will continue to fly flags at half-staff after the funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney, to honor local figures and tragedies. The lowering of state flags to half-staff serves as a ...

The United States is mourning the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney, who died on November 3 at the age of 84. Over the last two days, flags have been lowered to half-mast in several states ...

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday, Nov. 10, said flags will remain lowered in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney until Nov. 20. Cheney, who served under George W. Bush, died at the age ...