Fourth of July

Typically, the date involves a series of parades, concerts, firework displays and family gatherings across the US. But what is it about this particular date ...

Severe storms and record heat pose serious risks for the Fourth of July holiday, so don't be surprised if the forecast forces a celebration backup plan.

Dominique Tafoya arranges some of the new fireworks stock at a local fireworks concession stand, July 1, 2011, in Phoenix. Extremely hot, dry conditions ...

San Francisco's Fourth of July fireworks spectacular is one of the biggest shows in the state and crews spent much of Monday assembling the pieces for that.

Nearly one-in-five lost pets goes missing after being scared by the sound of fireworks, thunderstorms or other loud noises, according to the American Society ...

Americans are going to have to dig a little deeper into their wallets at the supermarket, according to new data from the National Retail Federation.

Independence Day conditions will see a high of 85 degrees. Stormy conditions will begin around noon, with rain or hail likely and up to 24 mile-per-hour gusts ...

While barbecues and fireworks combine to make Fourth of July summer fun for humans, more pets go missing each year over the holiday than at any other time.

The sensory-sensitive 4th of July event starts at 6 p.m. on Monday evening and will include a laser light show to reduce the noise associated with a ...

Connecticut State Department of Public Health · Press Releases · Commissioner Dr. Manisha Juthani issues Fourth of July message to DPH employees.

In the spring of 1859, Abraham Lincoln was invited by a committee of Boston Republicans to attend a festival in honor of Thomas Jefferson's birthday.

Looking back on this nation's famous summer holiday that has gotten away from us.

Submitted By: Councilmember Vincent Manfredi- As the Fourth of July approaches, a day when Americans come together to commemorate the birth of our nation, ...

The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is a pivotal moment in American history. This holiday marks the day the Second Continental Congress ...

Fireworks can worsen air quality, disturb veterans and gun violence victims and scare pets making Fourth of July a divisive national holiday for some.

The holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress' unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a document announcing the ...

From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts ...

Many will be off work for The Fourth of July holiday, but with that, also comes the question: what's open and what's closed?

The federal Independence Day holiday is being observed Tuesday, July 4, meaning people can expect some businesses and all government buildings to be closed.

Banks are closed, but you're in the clear if you need groceries.

In Plantation, the town kicked off its celebration Tuesday morning with its annual Independence Day parade, led by Grand Marshall and long-time city ...

Fireworks, barbeque, picnics are staples this time of year. But have you ever wondered how our favorite Fourth of July traditions got started?

In Boston, revelers dodged raindrops to nab a coveted space on the grassy oval directly in front of the Hatch Shell along the Charles River ahead of the ...

Despite the heat, hundreds gathered Tuesday morning at the Salute to America parade.

During this year's Greater Latrobe 4th of July Celebration, which began at 10:30 a.m., children caught candy tossed from parade floats, and families cheered in ...

Despite sweltering heat and the possibility of storms, thousands of people around the D.C. region flocked to the National Mall to celebrate the Fourth of ...

The weather's timing couldn't be worse for Minnesota cities celebrating Independence Day.

Hundreds of people on Staten Island didn't let the rain damper their plans to celebrate Independence Day.

Brooke Shields, Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone and Arnold Schwarzenegger were among the stars who got into the patriotic spirit for the Fourth of July.

July 4. Katherine Chavez, 7, chases her brother before the fireworks show on the National Mall, in Washington. Minh Connors/The Washington Post.

Although heavy rains put a damper on many Fourth of July activities, blue skies broke through at times Tuesday afternoon across western Massachusetts.

“On this day, it's a day when we're all together. It's fun,” Northwest Hills parade volunteer Bruce McCraken said. Shady Hollow HOA.

In Plantation, the town kicked off its celebration Tuesday morning with its annual Independence Day parade, led by Grand Marshall and long-time city ...

Beachgoers packed the Jersey shore for Fourth of July weekend celebrations, culminating in magnificent firework displays. PHILADELPHIA - Despite sweltering ...

Even before the clock struck noon on Tuesday, there had already been a slew of activities in Philadelphia to celebrate Independence Day.

Marques Vowman says, “It's just another chance to hang out with the family and get everybody gathered up and hang out.” While many are planning to join in on ...