PHOTOS: Funeral services for former President Jimmy Carter | 1924-2024

Former President Jimmy Carter from Plains, Georgia, died on Dec. 29, 2024, at the age of 100. He will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Rosalynn Carter, on Jan. 9 in Plains.

U.S. Capitol prepares to say final farewell to President Jimmy Carter
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The life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered Thursday with a national funeral service and a National Day of Mourning.

Chicago mayor responds after Pritzker criticism
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Gov. JB Pritzker vented about Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday. Now, Johnson is responding.

Bomb squad investigating suspicious vehicle at US Capitol after man with machete arrested

“Twice today our officers stopped a man who could have been a danger to the Capitol Hill community," said U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger. “This vigilance is critical during this time of heightened security."

Trump pays respects to former President Jimmy Carter
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President-elect Donald Trump stopped by the Capitol Rotunda Wednesday night to pay his respects to former President Jimmy Carter.

Madigan returns to witness stand in corruption trial
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During his testimony, Mike Madigan denied any involvement in a quid pro quo arrangement with former Alderman Danny Solis, who is a key government witness in the case.

All 5 living presidents to attend Jimmy Carter funeral
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Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush are all expected to attend the funeral service for Jimmy Carter.

Jan. 9 declared federal holiday for Carter funeral

President Joe Biden signed an executive order Monday closing executive departments and agencies of the federal government on January 9 for the late former President Jimmy Carter's funeral. 

Why won't mail be delivered on Thursday, Jan. 9?

The Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery, retail services and office activity on Jan. 9.

Michael Madigan testimony heats up in corruption trial
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The Michael Madigan trial resumed Wednesday with the former Illinois house speaker taking the stand for the second straight day

What to know about Trump's interests in Greenland, Panama Canal

Trump has made several suggestions this week of ways to redraw the map. Here’s what to know about his interest in Greenland, the Panama Canal, Canada and the “Gulf of America.”

January 9 is a National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter: What to know

Stock markets and the Postal Service will be closed on January 9 to mourn the death of Jimmy Carter. Here’s what else to know about the National Day of Mourning.

Ex-Illinois Speaker Madigan testifying in corruption trial a 'risky move'
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A former federal prosecutor called ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's decision to testify during his own corruption trial a "risky move."

Michael Madigan takes stand in corruption trial
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Michael Madigan, the former speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, has taken the stand to testify in his own defense during his federal corruption trial this week.