Why would the founders, so meticulous in their planning, leave the powers of the presidency so remarkably brief and vague in ...

The American Revolution cemented the importance of a federally protected post office in the minds of the people and ...

Conservative legal activist Ed Martin had conversations last year about potential targets for prosecution. He now has the power to bring cases.

The Ontario County Historical Society in Canandaigua has obtained a number of presidential artifacts over the years.

Washington was a man for the ages. Born a Virginia aristocrat, he carefully cultivated his virtues — self-control, moderation ...

President Donald Trump incorrectly interpreted data shared by Elon Musk when he falsely claimed on Feb. 18 that “millions and ...

What you need to know about how the Presidents Day holiday on Monday affects financial markets, government services, schools ...

As we celebrate the 293rd birthday of the father of our country, I would like to note that George Washington’s strength of character is still portrayed as the standard for the office of the ...

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of publicly celebrating his life. And yet the nation is once again commemorating the first U.S. president on Monday.

There could be implications for your mail and package delivery, as the United States Postal Service shuts down in honor of ...

The origins of Presidents Day lie in salutes to George Washington's Feb. 22 birthday, some highly ceremonial and others strikingly unusual.

D.C. is currently in the process of getting compost bins in every ward, with dozens scattered throughout the city. Users can ...