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Flags will be lowered to half-staff through Sunday, Aug. 31, in the U.S. Here's why, plus the difference between half-staff and half-mast.
The Arizona state flag features many historical elements that honor the state's history. Here's what each item means and how the flag came to be.
Flags were ordered to be flown at half staff in Arizona on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Here's why and the difference between half staff and half mast.
A Pride flag hung in front of Tempe City Hall was taken down and burned. The incident is under investigation by police in the Phoenix suburb.
Flags were ordered to be flown at half staff in Arizona on Monday, April 21, 2025. Here's why and the difference between half staff and half mast.
Flags were at half-staff across the United States for part of Memorial Day. Here's why flags fly at half-staff until noon and are raised after.