independence day

If you're going to be spending your 4th of July weekend in the Adirondacks, whether you'll be camping or staying at a cozy bed and breakfast, you might want to head out to a local 4th of July celebration. Here's a list of where to find the party in the Adirondacks for the 4th.

NEW YORK (AP) — From fireworks soaring above the Washington Monument to hot dogs being downed in New York City's famed frank-eating contest, Americans aren't shy about celebrating their nation's birthday.

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says U.S. service members make it possible to enjoy the "incredible blessings" in the greatest country on earth.

Who's ready to celebrate our independence? A number of communities around central New York are planning fireworks displays to celebrate the July 4th holiday. Find out when and where you see them.

Independence Day is perfect for outdoor family fun. It's also the one time of year when it’s seems to be okay to play with matches. Family fun and playing with matches may seem like an unlikely combo, but hey, so is America, right?

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With Independence Day just around the corner, WIBX 950 wanted you to have a new flag to put on display for the holiday.

A Fourth of July fireworks celebration has left more than two dozen people injured in Simi Valley, California.

In this cute video, made by comedian Kevin Maher, little kids attempt to undertake a Nathan's-style hot dog eating contest in Coney Island. Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately), things don't go so well.

Fourth of July fireworks are for the birds. Actually, they're not.