Will Smith pays for July 4 fireworks in New Orleans after learning city didn't plan show
Actor Will Smith picked up the roughly $100,000 tab for Independence Day fireworks in New Orleans after learning the city didn't plan a 2021 show.
Actor Will Smith picked up the roughly $100,000 tab for Independence Day fireworks in New Orleans after learning the city didn't plan a 2021 show.
Chicago teenager blows his hand off using fireworks
The Chicago Fire Department said Sunday that they had just treated a teenager who is going to lose a hand due to a fireworks injury.
The Chicago Fire Department said Sunday that they had just treated a teenager who is going to lose a hand due to a fireworks injury.
Fireworks unintentionally explode on Ocean City beach before planned celebration
An Independence Day celebration didn't go as planned Sunday after a batch of fireworks unintentionally discharged on a beach in Ocean City, Maryland.
An Independence Day celebration didn't go as planned Sunday after a batch of fireworks unintentionally discharged on a beach in Ocean City, Maryland.
America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
Joey Chestnut, Michelle Lesco win Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
Woman on tractor arrested after joining Rockwall 4th of July parade without permission, evading police
A 61-year-old woman was arrested while driving a tractor Saturday after police said she refused to cooperate with officers and parade officials by joining the Rockwall 4th of July Parade.
A 61-year-old woman was arrested while driving a tractor Saturday after police said she refused to cooperate with officers and parade officials by joining the Rockwall 4th of July Parade.
Stores that will be open during the Fourth of July
Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.
Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.
Here's where you can watch fireworks shows around metro Atlanta 2021
Fireworks displays will once again light up skies across metro Atlanta; here's where you can see the celebrations!
Fireworks displays will once again light up skies across metro Atlanta; here's where you can see the celebrations!
Peachtree Road Race implements new safety protocols for 2021
The Peachtree Road Race will be held over two days this year and will have special restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The Peachtree Road Race will be held over two days this year and will have special restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Biden holds naturalization ceremony at White House ahead of July 4
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
Officials across US West ban fireworks amid historic drought
Local officials across the American West have enacted bans on fireworks amid extreme heat and drought conditions.
Local officials across the American West have enacted bans on fireworks amid extreme heat and drought conditions.
Summer fireworks return to Walt Disney World theme parks
Fireworks are once again lighting up the night sky over Disney theme parks. The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
Fireworks are once again lighting up the night sky over Disney theme parks. The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
'1.5 million people projected': Atlanta's airport ramps up for Fourth of July travel
Experts are predicting that this Fourth of July will be the busiest holiday for travel since before the pandemic.
Experts are predicting that this Fourth of July will be the busiest holiday for travel since before the pandemic.
July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
Airports already busy with Fourth of July travelers
Airports all across the country are starting to feel the impact of the busy Fourth of July travel weekend.
Airports all across the country are starting to feel the impact of the busy Fourth of July travel weekend.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
Fireworks shortage could turn your backyard display into a dud
A fireworks shortage could turn your backyard display into a dud.
A fireworks shortage could turn your backyard display into a dud.
Trump offers a Happy Father’s Day to 'losers'
Former President Donald Trump released a Father's Day message that, at the same time, insulted people and hoped everyone would come together.
Former President Donald Trump released a Father's Day message that, at the same time, insulted people and hoped everyone would come together.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.