july 4th

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving this weekend.

Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol is reminding all Central New York residents on what fireworks are legal, and which are illegal. The sheriff tells The Rome Sentinel that some sparklers and other modest fireworks are legal over the July 4 period — most types of fireworks are still illegal...

We decided that our original list of 4th of July drinks was a little too short. Here's 5 more to give you a variety to choose from this holiday weekend.

CALAIS, Maine (AP) — Maine State Police say a man celebrating the Fourth of July died when he tried to launch a firework off the top of his head.

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

Fun fact for your 4th of July: This wasn't the day it was signed.

The only Fourth of July episode of anything worth mentioning is the series finale of ‘The Wonder Years.’ Airing on May 12, 1993, an epilogue set during a Fourth of July parade became one of the most memorable television moments of the last 25 years.

AAA estimates that more than forty million people are travelling this Independence Day holiday weekend.

Ready for the 4th of July? I know, summer just arrived and we're already talking about July and our nation's birthday. Time goes quickly when the nice weather finally gets here. Whether you're going to celebrate with a BBQ, picnic, or simply want to hang up some festive 4th of July decorations, check out these fun 4th of July finds I came across at the dollar store.

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