Thousands visited the U.S. Capitol to pay their respects to former President Jimmy Carter while he was lying in state, some who knew him personally and others who simply admired him.
Illinois residents may be surprised to find out United States Postal Service offices are closed one day this week, but it's not because of a federal holiday.
Though a National Day of Mourning isn’t recognized as an official federal holiday, some organizations and businesses will be affected by the observance.
The White House ordered public flags to be displayed at half-staff for a period of 30 days from Carter's day of death, who died Dec. 29. Flags are flown at half-mast on ships and at naval stations. On ...