Jimmy Carter's beloved Maranatha Baptist Church to host final farewell service

Former President Jimmy Carter taught Sunday school at a modest church in his hometown of Plains for more than 40 years. On Jan. 9, it will host a final farewell service for the former president.

Gerald Ford’s son reads dad’s touching eulogy for Jimmy Carter

Gerald Ford’s son Steve Ford read his father's eulogy for Jimmy Carter at Thursday's funeral service, drawing a few smiles, laughs, and tears.

Jimmy Carter’s children, grandchildren continue legacy

Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, who were married for 77 years, leave behind a sprawling family.

Jimmy Carter funeral: Watch full service

Former President Jimmy Carter is being honored with a state funeral Thursday in Washington, D.C. Here’s how you can watch live on FOX 5, FOX5DC.COM, and FOX LOCAL.

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."

Los Angeles wildfire latest; big drug bust in northern Arizona | Nightly Roundup

From the latest updates on the wildfires in the Los Angeles area to a big drug bust along a northern Arizona highway, here's a look at some of your top stories.

Legacy of Jimmy Carter lives on through new homes
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Jimmy Carter's legacy with Habitat for Humanity continues with new homes being built in the south Phoenix Alta Vista neighborhood, honoring his impact.

Mexico's president tries turning tables on Trump with 'nice' naming idea of her own

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum joked about renaming the U.S. in response to President-elect Donald Trump who recently said he wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico.

Jimmy Carter funeral: Who is expected to attend?

A significant gathering of leaders and family members honoring former president Jimmy Carter’s legacy are expected at his state funeral service on Thursday.

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. 

President Joe Biden celebrates becoming a great-grandfather at 82

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden celebrated the birth of their first great-grandchild, William Brannon Neal IV, in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.

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.

Phoenix Fire sending crews to LA to help fight wildfires
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Mayor Kate Gallego says Phoenix Fire crews have been called on to help battle the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles. Gallego says Phoenix crews will be on the ground in LA within the next few days.

Donald Trump wants to rename Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America': How can that be done?

President-elect Donald Trump has said he will rename the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America," during a news conference on Jan. 7. Here are the details on the gulf, as well as ways to change the name of a geographical feature in the U.S.

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.

Jimmy Carter state funeral: What to expect

The funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, Jan. 9.