SALEM, Ore. – Oregon Gov. Kate Brown ordered all flags at public institutions
be flown at half-staff Tuesday for Peace Officers Memorial Day. The order is
in effect from sunrise to sunset.

Brown said …“I extend my sincere gratitude to all those who serve in our communities and have dedicated their lives to keeping Oregon safe.”

President Donald Trump also issued a federal proclamation that flags should
be flown at half-staff to honor the fallen heroes Tuesday.

Ralph Dale Earnhardt Sr. (April 29, 1951 – February 18, 2001)

Fidel Castro looks up at the Jefferson Memorial on April 16, 1959
during his visit to the United States.

Four months after leading a successful revolution in Cuba, Fidel Castro
visits the United States. The visit was marked by tensions between both 
Castro and the American government.

THOSE LOST IN THE FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL SHOOTING.