George Washington's birthday floated around February as a federal holiday since the 19th century until an act of Congress anchored the celebration. But several states also celebrated another president's February birthday and decided to combine it with Washington's to make a single holiday. Nowadays the third Monday in February commemorates all U.S. presidents, birthdays included.

President Barack Obama hasn’t had a puff for a year, according to first lady Michelle Obama. Find out what she said about his efforts, as she celebrated a milestone of her own.

 Nancy Pelosi handed over power of the House to her successor, John Boehner, recently.  But the changes in the House are not all that's shaking up Washington. The White House is welcoming new faces as well. Here's a look at who's in and who's out.

Like their policies, the fashion sense of the leaders of the free world has long been scrutinized. Just ask President Barack Obama, who was recently caught in a presidential-style first while on vacation. From George W. Bush to JFK, we take a look at unique presidential styles, past and present.

In an unbelievable story, tax dollars in the nation’s most populous county are being wasted on a campaign to advise youngsters how to take a potentially lethal illicit drug without overdosing. Officials in Los Angeles County are offering guidelines for safe use of Ecstasy.  The county has plans to distribute fliers at raves held at publicly owned venues.

"Big On The Web" checks in on reactions to Christopher Nolan not getting a Best Director nod, a Seinfeld mashup, and what your state is worst at.
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Obama's Promises

Presidents and promises have been comrades since the birth of our nation. Sometimes, the vows have been bold: Lyndon B. Johnson pledged to eliminate poverty in his 1964 State of the Union Address.