Monterey Park, California – Last night, the city of Monterey Park gathered for a candlelight vigil to mark the tragic second anniversary of a mass shooting that claimed the lives of 11 individuals. The community came together to remember those lost in the devastating incident on January 21, 2023, and to show solidarity against violence. … Read more
Washington, D.C. – Outgoing President Joe Biden commemorated the fourth anniversary of the U.S. Capitol attack by urging Americans to safeguard democracy against future threats. The attack occurred on January 6, 2021, following baseless claims by Donald Trump of election fraud in the 2020 presidential race, which numerous federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, … Read more
Lansing, Michigan – On the fourth anniversary of the storming of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, Democratic Michigan Senator Gary Peters urged Americans to unite despite political differences to preserve democracy. Peters emphasized the significance of upholding democratic traditions such as the right of the American people to select their leaders and the … Read more
Washington, D.C. – On the anniversary of the violent attack on the US Capitol orchestrated by Donald Trump, Congress certified his Electoral College victory, affirming him as the 47th President of the United States. Vice President Kamala Harris, presiding over the Senate, oversaw the process that also marked her own defeat in the election. Amidst … Read more
Washington, D.C. – On the fourth anniversary of the January 6 attack on the Capitol, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland issued a statement condemning the violent assault on law enforcement officers. Garland emphasized the severity of the attack, calling it a direct threat to democracy and the rule of law in the United States. The … Read more
Washington, D.C. is gearing up for the upcoming anniversary of the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol, a day that will be marked by both preparations and reflections. As the city braces for potential protests and demonstrations, law enforcement agencies are on high alert to ensure the safety and security of the area. The memory … Read more
Newtown, Connecticut, is preparing to honor the victims and survivors of the tragic Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting that took place on December 14, 2012. This somber anniversary marks a day when a devastating act of violence claimed the lives of six adults and 20 young students. The gunman, a 20-year-old, also took his own … Read more
Torrington, Connecticut – A mother whose child was killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting expressed gratitude as she reflects on the 12th anniversary of the tragic event. She shares her journey of growth through pain and the importance of honoring her child’s memory. The shooting, which took place in Newtown, Connecticut in 2012, … Read more
Halifax, Nova Scotia – The 107th anniversary of the devastating Halifax Explosion was commemorated at the Bell Tower in Fort Needham Park on Friday morning. The tragic event in 1917 claimed the lives of over 1,700 people and injured 9,000 others, leaving a lasting impact on the city. During the annual memorial service, Jon Murphy, … Read more
St. Inigoes, Maryland – Families and members from Naval Air Station Patuxent River gathered solemnly at the USS Tulip Monument to commemorate the 160th anniversary of a tragic explosion that took the lives of 49 Union sailors aboard the Civil War gunboat USS Tulip. The ceremony, held on November 7, 2024, honored those lost in … Read more