'We Are One': Biden-Harris inaugural event will celebrate Black resiliency in America
The resiliency, culture and heroism of Black Americans and the African diaspora will be the central theme of a virtual event Tuesday evening that will celebrate the nation’s diversity ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration.
Kamala Harris to be sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor at inauguration
It will be a history-making event in which the first Black, South Asian and female vice president will take her oath of office from the first Latina justice.
Kamala Harris prepares for central role in Biden's White House
Kamala Harris will make history on Wednesday when she becomes the nation’s first female vice president — and the first Black woman and the first woman of South Asian descent to hold that office. But that’s only where her boundary-breaking role begins.
Biden will appeal to national unity in inaugural address
President-elect Joe Biden will deliver an appeal to national unity when he is sworn in and plans immediate moves to combat the pandemic and undo some of President Trump’s most controversial policies.
FBI worries of insider attack at Biden's inauguration, vets Guard troops
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, prompting the FBI to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
Wylie native, Vanderbilt kicker Sarah Fuller invited to Biden inauguration
Sarah Fuller, the first woman to score in a Power Five conference football game, says she’s been invited to attend President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration.
What time is the inauguration? Answers to your questions about Inauguration Day 2021
While lots of details are still to be worked out, due to the pandemic and heightened Capitol security, this Jan. 20 is sure to be more subdued than prior inauguration days.
USPS temporarily removes, suspends mail collection in some major cities ahead of inauguration
The United States Postal Service will temporarily shut down post offices in the nation’s capital in preparation of next week’s Inauguration Day.
3 North Texans have been arrested in connection with Capitol riot
There are now three North Texans who have been arrested in connection with the Capitol riot.
Who is Joe Biden? Answers to your questions about the incoming 46th President of the United States
Joe Biden topped Google’s most-searched list in 2020, with searchers curious about a variety of facts including his age, height, how he makes his money and even info about his two dogs.
Who is Kamala Harris? Answers to your questions about the vice president-elect
As Vice President-elect Kamala Harris reaches the culmination of her historic path to the White House, here are some of the most-asked questions about the former California senator.
Twice as many troops in DC for inauguration than in Afghanistan and Iraq combined
The head of the National Guard says at least 10,000 troops will be deployed in D.C. by Saturday, and an additional 5,000 could be requested from other states.
National Guard troops from several states sent to Washington DC to assist with inauguration security
National Guard troops from across the country are being sent to Washington D.C. to assist with security on Inauguration Day as the FBI reported that it is tracking an “extensive amount of concerning online chatter.”
American, United, Frontier Airlines ban firearms in checked bags on flights to DC ahead of inauguration
Airlines are tightening their safety policies after last week’s violent pro-Trump riot at the U.S. Capitol, and ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden on Jan. 20.
Lady Gaga to sing national anthem, J-Lo to perform at Biden-Harris inauguration
According to the Presidential Inaugural Committee, Lady Gaga will sing the national anthem. Jennifer Lopez will also perform later in the ceremony.
Tom Hanks to host Biden inauguration special with Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato, Jon Bon Jovi
The "Celebrating America" TV special will include performances by Demi Lovato, Justin Timberlake, Ant Clemons and Jon Bon Jovi. It will stream live on NewsNOW from FOX.
Airbnb to block, cancel reservations in DC during Inauguration week
Airbnb has announced they will be canceling reservations in the D.C. metro area during the Inauguration week due to local, state and federal officials asking people not to travel to the District.
National Guard troops sleep on Capitol floor as House nears Trump impeachment vote
The National Guard members were pictured resting on the Capitol floor, many armed, with riot shields stacked nearby. Thousands have been called in to protect the area in wake of the deadly pro-Trump riot.
Biden's inauguration theme will be 'America United'
The theme for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration will be "America United," an issue that’s long been a central focus for Biden but one that’s taken on added weight in the wake of the violence at the U.S. Capitol last week.
Security concerns for Inauguration Day following pro-Trump Capitol riot
President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration on Jan. 20 was already going to be scaled back due to the pandemic.