The White House and iconic franchises such as Disney are highlighting America's 250th anniversary as states lead additional festivities.

Just weeks after thousands of Iranians were killed in a brutal crackdown on dissent, life in the capital appeared to be back in full swing here on Tuesday. But the air of normality masks an uneasy ...

The Sons of Liberty strategized at Fraunces Tavern, then George Washington celebrated victory and said farewell to his troops there.

There are five designated days when the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff throughout the United States. The president and ...