The traditional inaugural parade was not an option, given security fears and the pandemic. So Inauguration Day is highlighting dancers, drum lines, singers and athletes from across the country.

During his inaugural address, President Biden spoke of renewal, resolve and the will of the people. Across the nation, there was a feeling of cautious optimism.

On his first day in office, the president plans to sign an executive order extending the CDC's moratorium on evictions. Housing advocates say the CDC rule needs to be strengthened.

He plans to ask the Education Department to extend pandemic relief for about 41 million federal student loan borrowers.