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.
Tubing business sees massive increase following COVID-19 pandemic
The Lions Club Tube Rental feels people missed floating the river because it was one of the many activities shut down last year due to COVID-19.
The Lions Club Tube Rental feels people missed floating the river because it was one of the many activities shut down last year due to COVID-19.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
TPWD reminds boaters to "clean, drain and dry" over holiday weekend
Boaters need to remove all plants, mud and debris from boats, trailers, vehicles and gear and drain the water from all equipment and on-board receptacles before leaving a lake.
Boaters need to remove all plants, mud and debris from boats, trailers, vehicles and gear and drain the water from all equipment and on-board receptacles before leaving a lake.
WCRAS holding July 4th adoption special for dogs, cats
Now through Monday, July 5, adoptions for cats and kittens are Buy One, Get One and medium and large adult dogs are $4 with an appointment.
Now through Monday, July 5, adoptions for cats and kittens are Buy One, Get One and medium and large adult dogs are $4 with an appointment.
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar returns in-person for 2021 season
The Austin holiday shopping staple will run from December 15-24 at the Palmer Events Center.
The Austin holiday shopping staple will run from December 15-24 at the Palmer Events Center.
Austin's Fourth of July concert, firework show returning this year
The event will begin at 8:00 p.m. and finish with a fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.
The event will begin at 8:00 p.m. and finish with a fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Local fireworks stands experiencing shortage ahead of July 4th
While the COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for consumer fireworks, it also caused labor shortages and supply chain issues.
While the COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for consumer fireworks, it also caused labor shortages and supply chain issues.
AFD reminds Austinites that fireworks are illegal within city limits
AFD is reminding residents ahead of the July 4th holiday that it is illegal to have, use or sell fireworks within Austin city limits.
AFD is reminding residents ahead of the July 4th holiday that it is illegal to have, use or sell fireworks within Austin city limits.