Charles III formally proclaimed king; William and Harry greet mourners at Windsor

Charles, who spent seven decades as heir apparent, automatically became king when his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, died. Saturday's ceremony made it official.

Queen Elizabeth II's funeral set for September 19

Queen Elizabeth's funeral will be “a fitting farewell to one of the defining figures of our times," organizers say.

King Charles III vows to carry on ‘lifelong service’ in 1st address as monarch

King Charles III said he feels “profound sorrow” over the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in his first speech to the nation and called her an inspiration.

King Charles III takes the throne after a lifetime of preparation

The new King Charles faces the enormous challenge of building the same affection that characterized the relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and the British public.

Whitmer orders flags lowered in honor of Queen Elizabeth II

Flags are to remain lowered until sunset on the day of the queen’s interment, scheduled for Sept. 18, Whitmer’s office said.

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, dies at 96

Queen Elizabeth II served as a constant, stabilizing force throughout her 70-year reign, and most people alive today don’t know a world without her in it.

10 things to know about Queen Elizabeth II’s life, 70-year reign

Queen Elizabeth II served as a constant, stabilizing force throughout her 70-year reign, and most people alive today don’t know a world without her in it. Here are ten things to know about her life.

Double rainbow over Buckingham Palace as Queen Elizabeth's death is announced

On a rainy day in London, as the world learned of the passing of England's longest-reigning monarch, a brilliant double rainbow appeared outside of Buckingham Palace.

Most don't know life without Queen Elizabeth II — how will the world cope without her?

“I think this will be an international trauma that’s going to last for probably months and years,” one history professor predicted of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip: A love story

Queen Elizabeth II wore the British crown for 70 years, but she wore her wedding ring even longer.

Photos: Queen Elizabeth II through the years

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, assumed the throne after the death of her father on Feb. 6, 1952.