Why are flags at half staff? See why federal law calls for the lowering nationwide

Federal law states that flags are to be flown at half staff nationwide. Here's what that will look like in Oklahoma.

Youngkin orders flags at half-staff in respect of former vice president Dick Cheney

Governor Glenn Youngkin issued a flag order on Tuesday in memory and respect of former Vice President Richard “Dick” Cheney.
WJCL

Maine to vote on proposed red flag gun law inspired by mass shooting that killed 18

The proposed red flag law would not replace Maine's current yellow flag law, and instead both would be on the books. The ...

Supreme Court flags feeding of stray dogs within government office premises

The Supreme Court on Monday (November 3, 2025) said it would soon issue directions to regulate the feeding of dogs within ...

Stray dogs: SC slams States & UTs for not filing affidavits, flags continuous incidents

Supreme Court criticizes States and UTs for failing to file affidavits on stray dog incidents, highlighting ongoing ...
The Courier-Journal

West Louisville bar's emergency suspension order highlights Metro ABC enforcement increase

Louisville Metro ABC issued an emergency suspension order to a west Louisville bar following a shooting. This is the sixth such order in 2025 as the city increases enforcement actions against bars ...
Lansing State Journal

Whitmer orders flags lowered to honor former congresswoman Cheeks Kilpatrick. What to know

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol complex to be lowered to half-staff today, Oct. 22, 2025, to honor former Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks ...
The Courier-Journal

Louisville Metro ABC issues emergency suspension order for West End bar following shooting

A West End bar received an emergency suspension order from Louisville Metro Alcoholic Beverage Control Oct. 18 after two women were injured from a shooting inside, spokesperson Brandon Bowden said in ...