Austin police investigating two shootings on Fourth of July
One of the shootings happened on Sixth Street in downtown Austin. The other happened in North Austin.
One of the shootings happened on Sixth Street in downtown Austin. The other happened in North Austin.
Will Smith pays for July 4 fireworks in New Orleans after learning city didn't plan show
Actor Will Smith picked up the roughly $100,000 tab for Independence Day fireworks in New Orleans after learning the city didn't plan a 2021 show.
Actor Will Smith picked up the roughly $100,000 tab for Independence Day fireworks in New Orleans after learning the city didn't plan a 2021 show.
Illegal fireworks damage cars, homes in Southeast Austin
AFD says the fireworks fire caused over $200,000 worth of damage. Investigators issued four citations for reckless destruction of property and fireworks used within city limits.
AFD says the fireworks fire caused over $200,000 worth of damage. Investigators issued four citations for reckless destruction of property and fireworks used within city limits.
America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
Joey Chestnut, Michelle Lesco win Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
Ransomware attack hits companies ahead of holiday
It's not yet known how many organizations have been hit by demands that they pay a ransom in order to get their systems working again.
It's not yet known how many organizations have been hit by demands that they pay a ransom in order to get their systems working again.
Stores that will be open during the Fourth of July
Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.
Though this is a holiday weekend, most major retailers from Home Depot to Target will still remain open — and in most cases, under normal business hours.
Air travel numbers at Austin-Bergstrom near pre-pandemic levels
On Friday alone, almost 28,000 people were expected to travel through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, just 1,000 shy of numbers from 2019.
On Friday alone, almost 28,000 people were expected to travel through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, just 1,000 shy of numbers from 2019.
APD enforcing personal watercraft ban on Lake Austin
Personal watercraft include wet bikes, motorized surfboards and similar devices designed to be operated by a person sitting, standing, or kneeling.
Personal watercraft include wet bikes, motorized surfboards and similar devices designed to be operated by a person sitting, standing, or kneeling.
Problems at pump as more people take road trips on Fourth of July weekend
A shortage of truck drivers is causing gasoline delivery delays, leaving some stations with low or no gas. Travelers taking road trips for the Fourth of July are advised to not let their fuel flirt too close to empty. They may have to travel to the next exit if they come upon a station without gas.
A shortage of truck drivers is causing gasoline delivery delays, leaving some stations with low or no gas. Travelers taking road trips for the Fourth of July are advised to not let their fuel flirt too close to empty. They may have to travel to the next exit if they come upon a station without gas.
July Fourth travel: Over 3M people expected to pass through airports
Americans enjoying newfound liberty are expected to travel and gather for cookouts, fireworks and family reunions over the Fourth of July weekend in numbers not seen since pre-pandemic days.
Americans enjoying newfound liberty are expected to travel and gather for cookouts, fireworks and family reunions over the Fourth of July weekend in numbers not seen since pre-pandemic days.
Round Rock's annual Fourth of July parade, fireworks show returns
The parade is expected to proceed rain or shine, according to the city.
The parade is expected to proceed rain or shine, according to the city.
Biden holds naturalization ceremony at White House ahead of July 4
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
Officials across US West ban fireworks amid historic drought
Local officials across the American West have enacted bans on fireworks amid extreme heat and drought conditions.
Local officials across the American West have enacted bans on fireworks amid extreme heat and drought conditions.
Summer fireworks return to Walt Disney World theme parks
Fireworks are once again lighting up the night sky over Disney theme parks. The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
Fireworks are once again lighting up the night sky over Disney theme parks. The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chance for heavy rain, thunderstorms over Fourth of July weekend
Thunderstorms could delay fireworks shows in some places with heavy rain and lightning posing the greatest risks.
Thunderstorms could delay fireworks shows in some places with heavy rain and lightning posing the greatest risks.
Celebrate 4th of July with these patriotic films on Tubi
If fireworks and barbecues aren't a part of your Fourth of July agenda, Tubi has you covered this Independence Day.
If fireworks and barbecues aren't a part of your Fourth of July agenda, Tubi has you covered this Independence Day.
APD to enforce No Refusal, personal watercraft ban on July 4 weekend
The Austin Police Department will be enforcing a DWI No Refusal Intiative and personal watercraft ban on Lake Austin this July 4th weekend.
The Austin Police Department will be enforcing a DWI No Refusal Intiative and personal watercraft ban on Lake Austin this July 4th weekend.
CapMetro to provide free rides all day on July 4th
CapMetro will operate its standard Sunday-level bus service for the holiday.
CapMetro will operate its standard Sunday-level bus service for the holiday.
July 4, Juneteenth and the meaning of national holidays
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.
We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth. But national holidays, even for the country's founding, didn't start until the United States was nearly 100 years old.