Not all U.S. state flags are created equal—some have become flashpoints for political, cultural, and historical controversy.

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Flags are flying at half-staff across several states on Friday and into ...

Stop dishonoring the flag of North Carolina,’ a statement from Gov. Josh Stein’s office read in response to the flag ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Flags have been ordered lowered to half‑staff on Friday and into the ...

There are five designated days when the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff throughout the United States. The president and Florida's governor also can order flags to be flown at half-staff. There are ...

The World Cup has caused sales to rocket at a Michigan flag business. Its president Erik May says he was blindsided by the increased demand.