The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks. Those pyrotechnics also make it an especially dangerous holiday, typically resulting in ...

Excited to party like it's 1776 this Independence Day? Independence Day is a special American holiday celebrated every year on July 4, and it's not just a day for fireworks and barbecues.

Today, the original copy of the Declaration is housed in the National Archives in Washington, D.C., and the fourth of July has been designated a national holiday to commemorate the day the United ...

The 4th of July isn’t always fun for our four-legged friends. A little understanding about why dogs are afraid of... As an Immigrant, This Is What the 4th of July Means to Me For many U.S ...

America's largest and most patriotic national holiday is the ultimate excuse for ... We bring you everything you need to know about the best July 4th events, from New York’s iconic Macy ...

Heading out of town for the July 4th holiday? Be sure to leave yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. The July 4th travel crush has already begun, and experts at AAA predict record ...

Across the United States, the nation celebrates its independence from Great Britain with fireworks, parades and local traditions like flyovers, car shows and concerts. For those looking for all ...

Here is what’s open and what’s closed for the Fourth of July, Monday: All schools, universities and colleges will be closed. City, county, state and federal offices will be closed.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation urges motorists to plan ahead before traveling over the July 4 holiday and to use extra care while driving through highway work zones. Flooding in some ...

With schools out, a major public holiday and hot summer weather, the Fourth of July is a great time for a getaway. Unfortunately, much of the country feels the same way, so it's one of the most ...

Woman drowns in Lake Conroe after falling off boat on July 4th holiday Officials responded to the Scott's Ridge Boat Ramp just before 9 p.m. after 911 callers said a woman fell off a boat and ...