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Hawaii man dies after launching fireworks in parking lot on the Fourth of July
Police say a 20-year-old man has died after setting off fireworks in Hawaii on the Fourth of July holiday.
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Firework thrown from truck at group sitting on porch
An unidentified person threw a large firework at a home on July 4, while a family and some friends were sitting on the front porch.
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Firework thrown from truck at group sitting on porch
An unidentified person threw a large firework at a home on July 4, while a family and some friends were sitting on the front porch.
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Boy Struck by Stray Bullet on Fourth of July
A 6-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was struck by a stray bullet fired into the air during a night of July 4 celebrations. Lauren Coronado reports for Today in LA on Wednesday July 5, 2023.
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From afterthought to national symbol: Here's why the American Flag wasn't always revered as it is today
Though flags proliferate every July 4, they would have been rare during early Independence Day celebrations. Only in the mid-19th century does the U.S. flag become a permanent fixture at the White House, scholars believe.
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Rain or shine, millions across the US brave severe weather to celebrate Fourth of July
Americans braved rain, heat, and divisions to celebrate Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and hot dog eating contests across the country
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Robots to help in post-July Fourth cleanup effort at Lake Tahoe
Beach-cleaning robots will join an army of volunteers in picking up trash along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline following Fourth of July celebrations this year.
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Joey Chestnut wins record 16th Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Miki Sudo claimed a ninth title before stormy weather moved in and delayed the men’s competition.
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Texas Fourth of July drone show sets new Guinness World Record
Monday night’s Fourth of July drone show in North Richland Hills set a new Guinness World Record.
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Where the flowers are the fireworks: Find open gardens on the Fourth of July
Descanso Gardens and LA Arboretum will welcome visitors on the holiday.
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Map: Where to watch fireworks displays in SoCal this 4th of July
The sky will light up again as cities celebrate Independence Day this Tuesday with an array of events ranging from 5k’s to drone shows.
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Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest holds weigh-in ahead of Fourth of July competition
The weigh-in was held Monday for the Fourth of July spectacle known as the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.
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Fourth of July-Themed Drone Light Show Wows Crowd at Hansen Dam
Instead of fireworks, a crowd enjoys a drone light show at Hansen Dam Recreation Area Sunday July 2, 2023.
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A list of stores staying open (and closed) on July 4th in 2023
Get your favorite nationwide retailer’s Independence Day hours in one spot.
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Illinois man in critical condition after firework exploded in his face
A commercial-grade firework exploded in the face of an Illinois man as he was investigating why it hadn’t detonated. Investigators in Lake County say the 58-year-old man was looking into the tube containing the firework when it launched and exploded Sunday night. He is in critical condition at a hospital. Following the accident, authorities turned over other fireworks the man...
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With a record number of travelers expected to drive this July 4, here's how to save on gas
Pent-up travel demand will prompt more people to hit the road this holiday weekend. These tips can help drivers save on gas.
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Check LA air quality levels and the Fourth of July forecast
The holiday week starts with an excessive heat warning for parts of Southern California before a slight drop in temperatures for the Fourth of July.
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First Alert Forecast: Soaring Temperatures
Sun and warm temperatures to start the week. Stephanie Olmo has the forecast for Monday July 3, 2023.
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2023 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: How to watch, records, more
Fourth of July signals the return of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. Here’s how to watch the New York-based competition in 2023.
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Fanfare and boos marked July Fourth for presidents. Zachary Taylor's was the worst
Some presidents have inserted themselves front and center on Independence Day.