Follow live as America’s 250th anniversary events unfold on the July Fourth federal holiday, including fireworks and a Trump speech at Mt. Rushmore.

Cities and towns across the U.S. are facing the tough decision of canceling or postponing festivities as a triple-digit heatwave continues.

Happy semiquincentennial, America! That phrase doesn’t exactly trip off the tongue so maybe we should try it another way… Happy 250th birthday, America! July 4th, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

A weeks-long Reedley operation seized 3,000 pounds of illegal fireworks, including more than 10,000 mortars, ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

Several mid-Michigan communities are celebrating the country’s 250th anniversary this year with food, music, and of course, fireworks displays to light up the night sky in patriotic fashion. Have a look below at locations holding events and fireworks in Genesee,

The National Park Service will launch a dazzling 850,000 fireworks in the nation's capital this year. Officials acknowledge the potential health risks.

Agencies prepare for potential threats to Fourth of July crowds as millions gather on the National Mall for America 250 fireworks celebration.

This year’s July Fourth National Mall fireworks aren’t scheduled to begin until 10:30 p.m. at the earliest, and visitors will have to go through extensive security screenings to be let into the viewing area.