A federal judge has issued a ruling to prevent the imminent removal of bike lanes connecting downtown Washington D.C. to the Tidal Basin, citing that the National Park Service had improperly rushed its plans.

As Washington D.C.'s renowned cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin approach peak bloom, a guide explores their history, noting they were a 1912 gift from Japan.

A weekly American Culture Quiz challenges participants on their knowledge of national traits, trends, history, and people, including Tidal Basin traditions and baseball benchmarks.

The iconic cherry blossoms around Washington D.C.'s Tidal Basin have reached their peak bloom, though visitors are experiencing a somewhat restricted appreciation area.