Protesters gather at Texas Capitol for "Shed the Mask" rally
Protestors in the crowd said wearing masks is more dangerous than not wearing one.
Protestors in the crowd said wearing masks is more dangerous than not wearing one.
Hot dog champs repeat as July 4 eating contest moves indoors
The coronavirus outbreak moved the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest from the Coney Island boardwalk to an undisclosed indoor location but the results were familiar.
The coronavirus outbreak moved the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest from the Coney Island boardwalk to an undisclosed indoor location but the results were familiar.
Avoid using hand sanitizer before handling Fourth of July fireworks, officials warn
A fire department official warns that hand sanitizer and fireworks are a flammable combination.
A fire department official warns that hand sanitizer and fireworks are a flammable combination.
Trump plans fiery Rushmore rally amid coronavirus threat, protests
Trump, who has spoken forcefully against protesters who have tried to topple Confederate monuments and statues honoring those who have benefited from slavery, planned to target “the left wing mob and those practicing cancel culture," said a person familiar with his remarks.
Trump, who has spoken forcefully against protesters who have tried to topple Confederate monuments and statues honoring those who have benefited from slavery, planned to target “the left wing mob and those practicing cancel culture," said a person familiar with his remarks.
'Huge bummer': Fourth of July will test Americans' discipline
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
Daveed Diggs asks: 'What to my people is the Fourth of July?'
Speaking against a backdrop of historical images including the civil war to present-day photos of a kneeling Colin Kaepernick, Daveed Diggs talks of Black people being "terrorized" and "failed every day."
Speaking against a backdrop of historical images including the civil war to present-day photos of a kneeling Colin Kaepernick, Daveed Diggs talks of Black people being "terrorized" and "failed every day."
July 4th heat wave set to hammer US may bring ‘ring of fire’ effect
A Fourth of July weekend heat wave will put the ‘fire’ in ‘fireworks’ for much of the U.S., a report said Thursday — with the potential for a “ring of fire” effect to bring storms to parts of the Midwest.
A Fourth of July weekend heat wave will put the ‘fire’ in ‘fireworks’ for much of the U.S., a report said Thursday — with the potential for a “ring of fire” effect to bring storms to parts of the Midwest.
Details of DC’s Fourth of July celebration revealed by Interior Department
The Department of the Interior and National Parks Service on Wednesday announced details about Fourth of July celebrations in Washington D.C. over the weekend, which will include military flyovers, a salute from President Trump, and a “monumental” fireworks display.
The Department of the Interior and National Parks Service on Wednesday announced details about Fourth of July celebrations in Washington D.C. over the weekend, which will include military flyovers, a salute from President Trump, and a “monumental” fireworks display.
The National Archives will host its first-ever virtual celebration of Independence Day
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
The cinemas are still closed, but here are great Fourth of July movies you can watch at home
From wartime epics to beloved baseball yarns, these cinematic gems set off some storytelling fireworks.
From wartime epics to beloved baseball yarns, these cinematic gems set off some storytelling fireworks.
Galveston beaches to close for Fourth of July weekend
Galveston beaches will be closed and parking will be blocked on both sides of Seawall Boulevard over the holiday weekend in response to the surge of COVID-19 cases.
Galveston beaches will be closed and parking will be blocked on both sides of Seawall Boulevard over the holiday weekend in response to the surge of COVID-19 cases.
Temperatures in Austin could reach triple digits by July 4th
With elevated humidity levels through the weekend, heat safety will be very important, especially during the hottest part of the afternoon.
With elevated humidity levels through the weekend, heat safety will be very important, especially during the hottest part of the afternoon.
Austin Public Health warns Travis County cannot afford missteps in July 4th celebrations
Dr. Mark Escott will recommend the city and the county place a stay at home order if Austin Public Health sees a rolling average of 70 admissions or more a day.
Dr. Mark Escott will recommend the city and the county place a stay at home order if Austin Public Health sees a rolling average of 70 admissions or more a day.
Travis County to send COVID-19 emergency alert reminding community to practice good hygiene
Officials say the message is a "critical reminder" to the community about the recent spikes in COVID-19 cases.
Officials say the message is a "critical reminder" to the community about the recent spikes in COVID-19 cases.
Celebrate 4th of July and support local businesses
FOX 7 Austin has gathered a non-comprehensive list of some things you can do that will allow you to celebrate safely and also help support businesses that desperately need it at this time.
FOX 7 Austin has gathered a non-comprehensive list of some things you can do that will allow you to celebrate safely and also help support businesses that desperately need it at this time.
Firework superstores see increase in customers planning private fireworks shows
The store manager at American Fireworks in Garfield says they really didn't know what to expect this year with the COVID-19 pandemic, but as more cities started canceling fireworks shows, their sales started booming.
The store manager at American Fireworks in Garfield says they really didn't know what to expect this year with the COVID-19 pandemic, but as more cities started canceling fireworks shows, their sales started booming.
Officials in Round Rock cancel planned 4th of July events
Residents who purchased a ticket for the Pool Party will be issued a credit or refund in the coming weeks.
Residents who purchased a ticket for the Pool Party will be issued a credit or refund in the coming weeks.
City of Kyle hosting annual Independence Day Celebration Fireworks Show
This year, the City of Kyle has arranged a special treat in partnership with radio station KTSW 89.9 to live stream music choreographed with the show.
This year, the City of Kyle has arranged a special treat in partnership with radio station KTSW 89.9 to live stream music choreographed with the show.
Full Buck Moon: Lunar eclipse will occur on July 4
U.S. residents reveling in Independence Day festivities will get a prime-time view of a penumbral lunar eclipse that is expected to take over the night sky starting at 11:04 p.m. EDT.
U.S. residents reveling in Independence Day festivities will get a prime-time view of a penumbral lunar eclipse that is expected to take over the night sky starting at 11:04 p.m. EDT.
New Braunfels closes riverside parks, postpones 4th of July fireworks
According to the city, effective at noon June 26, all river parks along the Comal River and Guadalupe River within the city limits of New Braunfels are closing.
According to the city, effective at noon June 26, all river parks along the Comal River and Guadalupe River within the city limits of New Braunfels are closing.