City of Taylor cancels 4th of July events, prohibits large gatherings
Mayor Brandt Rydell will issue an executive order canceling several upcoming events in the city, including the planned Independence Day vehicle parade and fireworks display.
Mayor Brandt Rydell will issue an executive order canceling several upcoming events in the city, including the planned Independence Day vehicle parade and fireworks display.
Soldier returns to Tampa in time for Father's Day, surprises kids with heartwarming photobomb
Lt. Col. Simon McKenzie returned to Tampa after being deployed for several months, so he and his wife decided to surprise their kids with a heartwarming photobomb during a photography session.
Lt. Col. Simon McKenzie returned to Tampa after being deployed for several months, so he and his wife decided to surprise their kids with a heartwarming photobomb during a photography session.
Pflugerville City Council adds Juneteenth to list of official city holidays
Neighbors have been working for years to have the end of slavery honored in Pflugerville but the work is far from over.
Neighbors have been working for years to have the end of slavery honored in Pflugerville but the work is far from over.
Williamson County fire marshal urges firework safety as sales are expected to go up for the Fourth of July
Williamson County fire marshal Hank Jones isn’t just urging safety for the stands but the people who buy from them as well.
Williamson County fire marshal Hank Jones isn’t just urging safety for the stands but the people who buy from them as well.
Local leaders get additional leeway for COVID-19 restrictions
With other towns still trying to decide whether or not to light the fuse or pull the plug, Governor Greg Abbott Tuesday issued an order providing organizers and local government officials some legal cover.
With other towns still trying to decide whether or not to light the fuse or pull the plug, Governor Greg Abbott Tuesday issued an order providing organizers and local government officials some legal cover.
Fireworks display takes over Brooklyn street as New York cracks down on illegal fireworks
On June 16, Christopher Maslanka shared the footage of one such display in Brooklyn and told Storyful he was traveling with a friend through the area when he witnessed the incident.
On June 16, Christopher Maslanka shared the footage of one such display in Brooklyn and told Storyful he was traveling with a friend through the area when he witnessed the incident.
July 4th celebration in Georgetown canceled due to COVID-19
One factor in the decision was concern that residents in nearby cities that have canceled their own fireworks displays would come to Georgetown and potentially increase crowding in city parks.
One factor in the decision was concern that residents in nearby cities that have canceled their own fireworks displays would come to Georgetown and potentially increase crowding in city parks.
Hill Country Galleria cancels 4th of July celebration amid coronavirus outbreak
The galleria continued, saying that public safety remains their top priority and that decision to cancel the event was "not taken lightly."
The galleria continued, saying that public safety remains their top priority and that decision to cancel the event was "not taken lightly."
Watch: Curious manatee joins beachgoers on Father's Day
A lone manatee was seen slowly moving about a Florida beach, but those enjoying the same waters didn't seem to notice.
A lone manatee was seen slowly moving about a Florida beach, but those enjoying the same waters didn't seem to notice.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat calm and safe on the Fourth of July
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
White House 4th of July celebration still on despite COVID-19 pandemic
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
Carver Museum in East Austin hosts virtual Juneteenth celebration
The Carver Museum hosts a celebration every year for Juneteenth but chose to host their event online this year, not only in an effort to promote social distancing but to also reach as many people as possible.
The Carver Museum hosts a celebration every year for Juneteenth but chose to host their event online this year, not only in an effort to promote social distancing but to also reach as many people as possible.
Dozens celebrate Juneteenth at historic Rosewood Park
The message of freedom resonated on that warm June day, however in 2020, many in the Black community still feel Black people are not free yet.
The message of freedom resonated on that warm June day, however in 2020, many in the Black community still feel Black people are not free yet.
FOX 7 Discussion: Remembering Austin’s Black history
Kymberly Keeton, an African-American community archivist at the Austin History Center, talks with Rebecca Thomas about the importance and history of Juneteenth in Austin.
Kymberly Keeton, an African-American community archivist at the Austin History Center, talks with Rebecca Thomas about the importance and history of Juneteenth in Austin.
White House announces July 4th celebration plans
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America" celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America" celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
Send your dad a virtual Father’s Day message
Can’t get your dad a Father’s Day card this year? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Can’t get your dad a Father’s Day card this year? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Members of Congress introduce bills to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that Union soldiers told enslaved African Americans in Galveston that the Civil War had ended and they were free.
Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 that Union soldiers told enslaved African Americans in Galveston that the Civil War had ended and they were free.
CapMetro to make Juneteenth a company holiday beginning next year
In a letter addressed to CapMetro employees, CEO Randy Clarke announced that Juneteenth will be a designated company holiday for all employees beginning in 2021.
In a letter addressed to CapMetro employees, CEO Randy Clarke announced that Juneteenth will be a designated company holiday for all employees beginning in 2021.
America marks Juneteenth as protests bring new attention
In addition to the traditional cookouts and readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, Americans were marching, holding sit-ins or car caravan protests
In addition to the traditional cookouts and readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, Americans were marching, holding sit-ins or car caravan protests
FOX stars come together to commemorate Juneteenth
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Rockmond Dunbar and Aurora Perrineau were among the stars commemorating the day in a powerful video.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Rockmond Dunbar and Aurora Perrineau were among the stars commemorating the day in a powerful video.