My 4th of July cookout has to have a really fun themed dessert or two. I put this list together to showcase either the red, ...

Rice Krispie Treats add a patriotic spin to your favorite chewy-crunchy bars. Just 7 ingredients and perfect for your summer celebrations!

In 1971 “We the People” again expanded, to include younger people, with the lowering of the voting age from 21 to 18. The ongoing Vietnam War shifted public opinion, and there was popular support for ...

The sunny streets along San Jose’s Rose Garden neighborhood were lined with spectators as they braved the heat for the annual Rose, White and Blue 4th of July Parade. The parade kicked off at ...

The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks. Those pyrotechnics also make it an especially dangerous holiday, typically resulting in ...

The city of Rancho Cordova got a head start on its Fourth of July celebrations with a Wednesday night carnival and fireworks show. It expected to draw 20,000 visitors with two days of Independence ...

Here's a look at some of the events taking place across our Central Coast communities this weekend, from Thursday, July 4th through Sunday, July 7th. The second of three Art in the Park festivals ...

Massachusetts in 1781 became the first state to make July Fourth an official state holiday. The tradition of setting off fireworks began in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, during the first organized ...

With this July 4th holiday hitting on a Thursday, many Americans may be looking for bargains and happenings near home. Nearly all (86%) of U.S. adults who have taken a staycation in the past ...

As the Fourth of July approaches, the anticipation of lively celebrations, vibrant fireworks, and patriotic gatherings fills the air. Amidst the hustle and bustle of planning the perfect ...

A July 4th Musical Celebration 7/4: At the Washington National Cathedral, enjoy a free performance from the U.S. Army Band Brass Quintet and Cathedral Organist Thomas Sheehan. and the world ...

In San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, the 4th of July is widely celebrated with fireworks, music, parades, and events for the family. Residents and visitors can join in these celebrations ...