Tuesday, January 22 2013 4:39 PM EST2013-01-22 21:39:10 GMT
The subway in the nation's capital recorded 779,787 passenger entries to the system on Inauguration Day, about 70 percent of ridership on Inauguration Day in 2009.
The subway in the nation's capital recorded 779,787 passenger entries to the system on Inauguration Day, about 70 percent of ridership on Inauguration Day in 2009.
Tuesday, January 22 2013 4:16 PM EST2013-01-22 21:16:48 GMT
President Barack Obama began the first full workday of his second term with a rousing, spiritual appeal for unity and strength from church leaders of different faiths.
President Barack Obama began the first full workday of his second term with a rousing, spiritual appeal for unity and strength from church leaders of different faiths. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden were joined by their wives Tuesday at the Washington National Cathedral for the traditional post-inaugural national prayer service.
Tuesday, January 22 2013 12:09 PM EST2013-01-22 17:09:48 GMT
Barack Obama stood on the stage of the Commander-in-Chief Ball and spoke of the woman he loved. "I've got a date with me here," he said. "She inspires me every day. She makes me a better man and a better president."
Barack Obama stood on the stage of the Commander-in-Chief Ball and spoke of the woman he loved. "I've got a date with me here," he said. "She inspires me every day. She makes me a better man and a better president. The fact that she is so devoted to taking care of our troops and our military families is just one more sign of her extraordinary love and grace and strength. I'm just lucky to have her."
Monday, January 21 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-22 03:30:54 GMT
Turning the page on years of war and recession, President Barack Obama summoned a divided nation Monday to act with "passion and dedication" to broaden equality and prosperity at home.
Turning the page on years of war and recession, President Barack Obama summoned a divided nation Monday to act with "passion and dedication" to broaden equality and prosperity at home, nurture democracy around the world and combat global warming as he embarked on a second term before a vast and cheering crowd that spilled down the historic National Mall.
Monday, January 21 2013 10:00 PM EST2013-01-22 03:00:19 GMT
The hundreds of thousands of spectators at President Barack Obama's second inauguration Monday encountered strict security screening, slow-moving lines at checkpoints and a packed National Mall.
The hundreds of thousands of spectators at President Barack Obama's second inauguration Monday encountered strict security screening, slow-moving lines at checkpoints and a packed National Mall.
Monday, January 21 2013 9:22 PM EST2013-01-22 02:22:00 GMT
Crowded subway stations and a disabled train caused major headaches Monday for thousands of rail riders trying to get home from President Barack Obama's second inauguration.
Crowded subway stations and a disabled train caused major headaches Monday for thousands of rail riders trying to get home from President Barack Obama's second inauguration.
Monday, January 21 2013 8:46 PM EST2013-01-22 01:46:48 GMT
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Monday emerged twice from their limousine to respond to wildly cheering crowds along the inaugural parade route from Capitol Hill to the White House.
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Monday emerged twice from their limousine to respond to wildly cheering crowds along the inaugural parade route from Capitol Hill to the White House.
Monday, January 21 2013 3:23 PM EST2013-01-21 20:23:10 GMT
President Barack Obama has told lawmakers he's confident they can act together to make a difference for the country's children, "and our children's children."
President Barack Obama has told lawmakers he's confident they can act together to make a difference for the country's children, "and our children's children."
Monday, January 21 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-21 20:11:20 GMT
Usher sang "Yeah!" Katy Perry donned star and stripes for "Firework." And a ballroom full of lucky kids got to rock out with Sasha and Malia Obama at Saturday's Kids' Inaugural Concert.
Usher sang "Yeah!" Katy Perry donned star and stripes for "Firework." And a ballroom full of lucky kids got to rock out with Sasha and Malia Obama at Saturday's Kids' Inaugural Concert, a star-studded event that honors America's military families.
Sunday, January 20 2013 2:11 PM EST2013-01-20 19:11:10 GMT
From http://inauguration.dc.gov/ The average temperature in Washington in January is 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Exposure to cold temperatures can cause serious or life-threatening health problems.
Prepare for cold weather during Inauguration events. The average temperature in Washington in January is 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Exposure to cold temperatures can cause serious or life-threatening health problems.
The US Secret Service, Metropolitan Police Department, US Capitol Police and other local and federal agencies are providing an unprecedented level of security for the Inauguration.
The US Secret Service, Metropolitan Police Department, US Capitol Police and other local and federal agencies are providing an unprecedented level of security for the Inauguration. As a security precaution, here is a list of the items that will be prohibited.
Saturday, January 19 2013 2:36 PM EST2013-01-19 19:36:28 GMT
President Barack Obama will take the oath of office this weekend to be sworn in for a second term as the 44th president of the United States. Four days of events, beginning Saturday.
President Barack Obama will take the oath of office this weekend to be sworn in for a second term as the 44th president of the United States. Four days of events, beginning Saturday, are being organized by the Presidential Inaugural Committee in celebration.
Saturday, January 19 2013 2:15 PM EST2013-01-19 19:15:39 GMT
If you have been near the U.S. Capitol or White House recently, you may have noticed all of the building taking place before the inauguration.
If you have been near the U.S. Capitol or White House recently, you may have noticed all of the building taking place before the inauguration. Millions of public and private dollars are being spent to put on the second inauguration of President Barack Obama.
Saturday, January 19 2013 2:15 PM EST2013-01-19 19:15:39 GMT
Visitors coming to the nation's capital for President Barack Obama's second inauguration can't stay in the one place President Ronald Reagan's family once called an eight-star hotel. That spot is the White House.
Visitors coming to the nation's capital for President Barack Obama's second inauguration can't stay in the one place President Ronald Reagan's family once called an eight-star hotel. That spot is the White House, and it's booked for the next four years.
Friday, January 18 2013 6:05 PM EST2013-01-18 23:05:02 GMT
President Barack Obama has been looking to historians for guidance on how to shape his second inaugural's words into a speech for the ages, eager to make good use of his twice-in-a-lifetime opportunity
President Barack Obama has been looking to historians for guidance on how to shape his second inaugural's words into a speech for the ages, eager to make good use of his twice-in-a-lifetime opportunity
Friday, January 18 2013 6:05 PM EST2013-01-18 23:05:02 GMT
President Barack Obama has been looking to historians for guidance on how to shape his second inaugural's words into a speech for the ages, eager to make good use of his twice-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
President Barack Obama has been looking to historians for guidance on how to shape his second inaugural's words into a speech for the ages, eager to make good use of his twice-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Thursday, January 17 2013 4:13 PM EST2013-01-17 21:13:17 GMT
Metro is urging those who travel to Monday's inauguration to use SmarTrip debit cards rather than paper farecards, which cost more and are slower to use.
Metro is urging those who travel to Monday's inauguration to use SmarTrip debit cards rather than paper farecards, which cost more and are slower to use.
Thursday, January 17 2013 2:29 PM EST2013-01-17 19:29:03 GMT
Four years ago he was the fifth-youngest president to take the oath of office. Now Barack Obama is 51, his hair more gray, his face more lined.He's the parent of a teenager and a tween. (Insert your own joke about teens and gray hair here.) His blood pressure has ticked up a bit, although it's still excellent. He's quit smoking.
Four years ago he was the fifth-youngest president to take the oath of office. Now Barack Obama is 51, his hair more gray, his face more lined.He's the parent of a teenager and a tween. (Insert your own joke about teens and gray hair here.) His blood pressure has ticked up a bit, although it's still excellent. He's quit smoking.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 7:44 PM EST2013-01-17 00:44:45 GMT
At the moment, Shepherd's Cove Women's Shelter in Capitol Heights, Md. is the place Artina Mcrae and her family calls home.
At the moment, Shepherd's Cove Women's Shelter in Capitol Heights, Md. is the place Artina Mcrae and her family calls home. She worked security for 10 years. When the company folded, she lost her job and ended up in a shelter with her five kids.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 1:22 PM EST2013-01-16 18:22:59 GMT
Michelle Obama has proven her fashion savvy time and again since she was introduced as first lady in a yellow sheath and coat by Isabel Toledo on Inauguration Day 2009 — so much so that we don't discuss
Michelle Obama has proven her fashion savvy time and again since she was introduced as first lady in a yellow sheath and coat by Isabel Toledo on Inauguration Day 2009 — so much so that we don't discuss
Tuesday, January 15 2013 11:59 PM EST2013-01-16 04:59:58 GMT
Officials from the Secret Service, Homeland Security, D.C. Police, Metro, U.S. Park Police and other agencies gathered Tuesday to announce security plans for the 2013 inaugural events.
Officials from the Secret Service, Homeland Security, D.C. Police, Metro, U.S. Park Police and other agencies gathered Tuesday to announce security plans for the 2013 inaugural events.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 10:21 PM EST2013-01-16 03:21:38 GMT
President Barack Obama's limousine will soon carry the District of Columbia's "Taxation Without Representation" license plate, a subtle, but some say important, protest over the city's lack of a voting member in Congress
President Barack Obama's limousine will soon carry the District of Columbia's "Taxation Without Representation" license plate, a subtle, but some say important, protest over the city's lack of a voting member in Congress.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 11:49 AM EST2013-01-15 16:49:31 GMT
At some point on Inauguration Day, if all goes as expected, the president's limousine will slow to a stop on its journey down Pennsylvania Avenue from the Capitol to the White House.
At some point on Inauguration Day, if all goes as expected, the president's limousine will slow to a stop on its journey down Pennsylvania Avenue from the Capitol to the White House.
Tuesday, January 1 2013 5:33 PM EST2013-01-01 22:33:30 GMT
Metro will soon release a commemorative SmarTrip® card for President Obama's Inauguration. The reusable plastic card will come pre-loaded with a One-Day Pass that provides unlimited travel on Metrorail.
Metro will soon release a commemorative SmarTrip® card for President Obama's Inauguration. The reusable plastic card will come pre-loaded with a One-Day Pass that provides unlimited travel on Metrorail.
Tuesday, January 1 2013 5:33 PM EST2013-01-01 22:33:30 GMT
The Newseum, which is located on the Pennsylvania Avenue parade route in Washington, plans to offer a special package for viewing the next presidential inauguration.
The Newseum, which is located on the Pennsylvania Avenue parade route in Washington, plans to offer a special package for viewing the next presidential inauguration.
Tuesday, January 1 2013 5:33 PM EST2013-01-01 22:33:30 GMT
New details about plans for President Obama's second inauguration have been released. A private ceremony will be held on Sunday, January 20th with the public ceremony on the capitol steps the following day.
New details about plans for President Obama's second inauguration have been released. A private ceremony will be held on Sunday, January 20th with the public ceremony on the capitol steps the following day.
