Inauguration Day weather: Arctic blast expected to freeze festivities in DC

A dangerous cold wave is set to grip the nation's capital just in time for Inauguration Day, prompting D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser to warn residents and visitors to prepare for potentially life-threatening weather conditions.

Trump, Vance ‘official’ portraits released: ‘They go hard’

The Trump-Vance campaign unveiled new portraits of the president-elect and vice president elect on Thursday, just days before their inaugurations.

Inauguration Day: Security tightens in DC one week before Trump takes office

A robust security plan is in place across the nation’s capital ahead of the presidential inauguration, which will take place amid extra tight security.

'The People's March': Thousands expected to attend anti-Trump rally in DC ahead of Inauguration Day

Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on Washington, D.C. Saturday for “The People’s March⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠," a demonstration to oppose President-elect Donald Trump ahead of his inauguration on Jan. 20. 

5-year-old dresses as Bernie Sanders inauguration meme for school party

Harrison Streetman, 5, donned the dark coat, the glasses, and yes, the signature mittens that became a tagline and sparked humorous captions all over social media.

Bernie Sanders' mittens meme merch helped raise $1.8M for charity

Sen. Bernie Sanders capitalized on his viral mittens meme and put it in merchandise which then raised millions of dollars for charity.

California spent $19 million to shield state Capitol from protests

Gov. Gavin Newsom mobilized 1,000 members of the National Guard to safeguard the Capitol and other vital infrastructure, at a cost of $3.4 million for staffing, fuel and travel, the state Department of Finance said Thursday.

Inauguration Day 2021: Lady Gaga, J. Lo, Garth Brooks headline Biden-Harris ceremony

A slew of glittery celebrities is descending on Washington — virtually or in person — to welcome the new administration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

‘A more perfect union’: Bush, Clinton, Obama echo Biden’s calls for unity on Inauguration Day 2021

Speaking during the televised broadcast “Celebrating America” after the historic inauguration of President Joe Biden’s and Vice President Kamala Harris, three former presidents shared advice for the incoming administration and echoed Biden’s calls for unity among all Americans.

‘Parade Across America’: Performances, stories from everyday Americans featured in inauguration event

The virtual “Parade Across America” includes appearances from celebrities as well as everyday Americans, including a history teacher from Texas and a 12-year-old trumpet player from Georgia.

PHOTOS: Inauguration Day 2021

Inauguration Day 2021 photos of D.C. preparations, security and the ceremonies held to commemorate the 46th president of the United States.

Texas State Capitol reopens but security expected to remain tight

Threats of violence leading up to Inauguration Day thankfully didn't materialize but this doesn't mean the beefed up security is going away.

Almost all 50 state capitals see little to no protest activity

Almost all 50 capitals saw little to no protest activity in the days leading up to Inauguration Day, but some warn that doesn't mean the threat is over.

LA native Amanda Gorman makes history as youngest inaugural poet

Los Angeles native and national youth poet laureate Amanda Gorman, 22, shined in one of the most talked about moments during Joe Biden's inauguration ceremony as she shared a powerful message.

‘American aspiration’: Vice President Kamala Harris addresses nation after making history

Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday, becoming the country's first Black, first Asian and first female second-in-command, after being inaugurated alongside President Joe Biden.