Parades
FILE - Jasmine Camacho-Quinn, of Puerto Rico, celebrates after winning the women's 100-meter hurdles final at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, in Tokyo. She's already a celebrity in Puerto Rico. Her name appeared on billboards after her win in Tokyo. She had a parade in her honor and met some of the country's biggest names. She appreciated all the attention but now is eager to get back to work of winning more gold medals. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader, File)
Hurdler Camacho-Quinn cherishes Olympic gold for Puerto Rico

By Pat Graham Jul. 22, 2022 01:26 PM EDT

Dancers perform during the pre-show ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2022 Winter Olympics, Friday, Feb. 4, 2022, in Beijing. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
The Latest: Dutch VJ manhandled during Olympic live shot

Feb. 03, 2022 09:51 PM EST

Natalia Santos of Angola, carry her country's flag during the opening ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 23, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)
Olympics ceremony uses music from Japanese video games

By Walsh Giarrusso Jul. 23, 2021 07:59 AM EDT

Naomi Osaka carries the Olympic Torch during the opening ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 23, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. (Hannah McKay/Pool Photo via AP)
The Latest: Osaka lights cauldron at Tokyo opening ceremony

Jul. 22, 2021 09:51 PM EDT

This image provided by Hudson's Bay shows Team Canada's denim jacket to be worn by athletes in the closing ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics. Olympic gear makes for lively social media fodder, starting with the hours-long Parade of Nations. The year's wait due to the pandemic has given enthusiasts extra time to ponder what they love or hate. (Hudson's Bay via AP)
Let the fashion policing begin on opening day of Tokyo Games

By Leanne Italie Jul. 21, 2021 08:16 AM EDT

Amid Iravanipour rallies at the Queer Liberation March on Sunday, June 27, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Brittainy Newman)
With virtual and in-person events, NYC commemorates Pride

Jun. 27, 2021 11:07 AM EDT

FILE - NYPD police officers march along Fifth Avenue during the gay pride parade, Sunday, June 29, 2014, in New York. As Pride weekend approaches, the recent decision by organizers of New York City's event to ban LGBTQ police officers from marching in future parades while wearing their uniforms has put a spotlight on issues of identity and belonging, power and marginalization.(AP Photo/Julia Weeks, File)
NYC Pride ban on uniformed police reflects a deeper tension

By Deepti Hajela Jun. 25, 2021 01:03 AM EDT

Editorial Roundup: Minnesota

By The Associated Press Jun. 23, 2021 04:38 PM EDT
Minneapolis Star Tribune. June 21, 2021. Editorial: On vaccine, above average just won’t do 16 other states beat...

Pandemic hotel vouchers for about 700 homeless to end July 1

By Lisa Rathke Jun. 22, 2021 09:52 AM EDT
Vermont is ending its pandemic-related emergency housing in hotels and motels for some of the homeless population because the program is not sustainable, hotel...

People take part in the Equality Parade, the largest gay pride parade in central and eastern Europe, in Warsaw, Poland, Saturday June 19, 2021. The event has returned this year after a pandemic-induced break last year and amid a backlash in Poland and Hungary against LGBT rights.(AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)
Warsaw gay pride parade back after backlash, pandemic

By Vanessa Gera Jun. 19, 2021 03:40 AM EDT

Editorial Roundup: Tennessee

By The Associated Press Jun. 16, 2021 01:30 PM EDT
Kingsport Times News. June 11, 2021. Editorial: Independence Day signals a return to normal To date, it appears...

NYC to honor COVID-19 essential workers with July 7 parade

By Karen Matthews Jun. 14, 2021 12:15 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City will celebrate the essential workers who got the city through the coronavirus pandemic with a July 7 ticker tape parade up the...

Rhode Island scales back COVID-19 testing strategy

Jun. 14, 2021 12:09 PM EDT
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — With more than half the state's population fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, and the number of new confirmed cases falling,...

As police are banned from city Pride parade, suburbs beckon

Jun. 13, 2021 10:47 AM EDT
MELVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — Police who have been banned from marching in New York City’s Pride parade are instead able to take part in festivities in the suburbs of...

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II watches a ceremony to mark her official birthday at Windsor Castle, Windsor, England, Saturday June 12, 2021. In line with government advice The Queen's Birthday Parade, also known as Trooping the Colour, will not go ahead in its traditional form. (Chris Jackson/Pool via AP)
After charming leaders, Queen Elizabeth sits back for parade

By Pan Pylas Jun. 12, 2021 08:00 AM EDT

FILE - In this March 15, 2021, file photo, demonstrators gather on the steps of the Montana State Capitol protesting anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in Helena, Mont. Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a bill Friday, May 7, 2021, banning transgender athletes from participating in school and university sports according to the gender with which they identify, making Montana one of several Republican-controlled states to approve such measures in 2021. (Thom Bridge/Independent Record via AP, File)=MTHEL
In US, Pride Month festivities muted by political setbacks

By David Crary Jun. 11, 2021 10:05 AM EDT

USS Mobile departs Gulf Coast for California homeport

Jun. 10, 2021 02:23 PM EDT
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A Navy ship that was celebrated with a parade that drew more than 60,000 to downtown Mobile has departed the port city headed to its new...

Some Rhode Island hospitals ease visitation rules

Jun. 08, 2021 11:44 AM EDT
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island Hospital, Hasbro Children’s Hospital, and The Miriam Hospital are loosening some of their visitation rules as the number...

Virus memorial unveiled; Jazz, Puerto Rican fests return

Jun. 05, 2021 09:27 AM EDT
BOSTON (AP) — A look at coronavirus developments around New England: __ CONNECTICUT Hartford’s...

Rhode Island Pride parade postponed as group reorganizes

Jun. 03, 2021 03:30 PM EDT
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island’s Pride parade, usually held in late June every year to celebrate the state's LGBTQ community, has been postponed until an...