When repeated incidents involving her sister’s son disrupting family pool parties, a woman chooses not to host the upcoming Fourth of July celebration — leading to accusations that she’s excluding them from family traditions.

During a Fourth of July celebration, a group gathered in the front yard to light fireworks. One firework tipped sideways and shot toward the garage and stockpile. A quick reaction prevented further explosions.

Online users shared a video showing U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump observing the festivities from a White House balcony.

On July 4, 1777, the Sons of Liberty set fireworks off over Boston Common and in Philadelphia the Pennsylvania Evening Post wrote “at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated.” The tradition stuck.

Richard Gere's sons see fireworks for the "very first time" as they celebrate the 4th of July. The actor shares his two younger sons, Alexander, 6, and James, 5, with wife Alejandra Gere.

The 49th annual “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks,” hosted by actor and singer Ariana DeBose, will air live on NBC and simulcast live on Peacock on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 p.m. ET, ...

Fireworks light up the sky during Santa Rosa’s Red, White and BOOM show at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, July 4, 2013. A new event, “Fired Up Freedom,” will bring fireworks back to the fairgrounds in 2025 for the first time in six years. (Alvin Jornada / For The Press Democrat file)

Gas prices for the Fourth of July are projected to be at least $1.30 lower than they were a year ago. The national average estimate for the holiday is $3.49 per gallon — a massive saving from 2022.

Athens. The Athens Lions Club will host its Fourth of July Celebration July 3 and 4 in Memorial Park, 112 Mueller St. in Athens. Festivities include a beer area, live music by Hyde from 7 p.m. to ...

The Fourth of July is a celebration of all things American with parades, backyard barbecues and the night sky lit up with fireworks.